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Aug 5, 2010 | 10:44 AM

#11

kwb377

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From: Birmingham, AL

Quote:

Originally Posted by MoChrome

I use Westley's Bleach White followed by a Mr Clean Magic Eraser. This keeps them looking bright white!

+1...and it doesn't take me any longer than when I clean black wall tires (they get Bleach White, then scrub brush instead of Magic Eraser).

Aug 5, 2010 | 10:45 AM

#12

TMART

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From: Longview,TX

I love white walls,but finally got tired of cleaning them,so I had a set of dunlop E3s put on last Saturday,problem solved.

Aug 5, 2010 | 10:46 AM

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mcneal

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From: Abbotsford, B.C. Canada

Wal-mart sells a multi-purpose cleaner degreaser called " Super Clean " which will make your white walls sparkle...it's a concentrate...just be carefull not to get it on wheel bearings etc.

Aug 5, 2010 | 10:49 AM

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KING'S RIDE

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From: Orange County, CA

I use a S.O.S. pad. Have heard of guys using everything from degreaser to laquer thinner. Regardless of what you use its gonna be a pain in the *** and gonna take some serious elbow grease.

Aug 5, 2010 | 11:38 AM

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flyer91

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MoChrome

I use Westley's Bleach White followed by a Mr Clean Magic Eraser. This keeps them looking bright white!

Yup, WBW and Mr. Clean ME's really do get it done.

I jack up my scoot, and place a box with a plastic garbage bag liner in it under the tire (so the WBW run off doesn't make and mess) and then just sit on a short stool and take my time.

Looks almost like it went to the dentist for a "whitening".

Hmmmm ....... I wonder if I slapped a bunch of Crest Whitestrips on them before I go to bed ............ ????

Aug 5, 2010 | 12:04 PM

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bigdumbnoitall00

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castrol power clean and a stiff nylon brush takes about 2 minutes per side.

Aug 5, 2010 | 12:10 PM

#17

1931jamesw

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Use a clean rag and carb cleaner. They will wipe clean as new.

Aug 5, 2010 | 12:10 PM

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smittypac

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I use a brillo pad, works great. Lasts a couple of weeks. Gonna change out to Metzlers this winter though.

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Aug 5, 2010 | 12:27 PM

#19

bdavis385

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I clean mine weekly with WD 40 and rag, then a little soap and water. Dirt comes off witha simple swipe of the rag, no real rubbing or scrubbing. Before anyone howls, it is not oil, it is a Water Displacement product. Doesn't hurt the rims either.