cleaning stock rims

[tonsrt]

what would be better a brush or a rag? or if you have other ways of cleaning rims let me know thankx

[silver_ek]

buy eagle one tire and wheel cleaner, works like a charm and just pressure wash them and wipe them clean

[Srtkr]

^^ yup

i use a degreaser, let it sit for a couple minutes then power wash it off. I then just spray windex on them and wipe off with a brush. Throw some tire shine on and there flawless

[red04]

On all my cars I use bleach white and a brush then rinse off. Works like a champ.

[Ragin_SRT]

just make sure that your wheels isn't spray painted otherwise it'll jack it up......

[evo77]

Quote: Originally Posted by tonsrt

what would be better a brush or a rag? or if you have other ways of cleaning rims let me know thankx

Don't waste money on wheel cleaners. If you wash your car regularly then your wheels won't accumulate brake dust/dirt that is bonded to the wheel that you'll need chemicals to remove it.

Simple car soap and water will do.

Brushes are ok but IMO they don't really do a thorough job. Buy a cheap sponge from Walmart or your local auto parts store. Their like a dollar.




Using scissors, cut a piece of the sponge so thats its small enough to fit in your hand. This will allow you to get it in between the spokes and crevices for a thorough cleaning. Take a bucket and pour half a gallon of warm water in and then a half ounce of quality car shampoo. This is all you need to clean your wheels.

I have also cut up old wash mitts and used them like below. These are sold by Griots Garage. First one is lambswool and the other is foam.

[SRT-4Cam]

Windex works great. Some of those other chemicals can be really bad for your rims, Especially if they are chrome, which I do doubt they are Haha