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Nov 28, 2006, 07:26 AM

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Mothers Hotwheel cleaner and a good wheel brush. Thats what i do all the time and it keeps them as bright and when they where new.

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Nov 28, 2006, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by rcheung

The only problem with a pressure washer is I'm afraid it might chip the paint. A hose and a rag works fine. Also its "Brakes" not "Breaks".

A pressure washer isn't a good idea. A few years ago I did this when I had my 2002 GTI and the pressure washer literally peeled the clearcoat off the wheels!

I would recommend using "Hot Rims," which is made by "Meguiar's," but don't leave the cleaner on the wheels for more than about 30-45 seconds, as it is acidic. You don't want to risk pitting your wheels by leaving it on too long. This stuff works like a charm.

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Nov 28, 2006, 07:55 AM

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The above looks liek a great way to Ruin you breaks Claer Coat.

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Nov 28, 2006, 08:07 AM

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Watered down Simple Green and a rag

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Nov 28, 2006, 08:09 AM

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Shine.

What really makes them shine is a set of race pads.

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Nov 28, 2006, 08:38 AM

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Watered down Simple Green and a rag

+2..or just some wheel cleaner and some water will do you good.

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Nov 28, 2006, 08:39 AM

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I'll try that. Thanks keevo54 and 19psi.

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Nov 28, 2006, 09:05 AM

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Wipe clean the areas exposed through the rim then roll your car to expose the rest.

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Nov 28, 2006, 03:51 PM

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+2..or just some wheel cleaner and some water will do you good.

+ 3 on Simple Green

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Nov 28, 2006, 04:37 PM

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The calipers are painted.

Good joke

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Nov 29, 2006, 12:08 AM

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I use greased lightning degreaser on mine. Works amazing. Same on teh wheels and my rear bumper from my exhaust turning my bumper black. Everything comes right off with ease.

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Nov 29, 2006, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Dont Try To Run

Good joke

It's not a joke. The calipers are painted:

https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...t=paint+brakes

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Nov 29, 2006, 04:48 AM

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After you wash your car, use the same soapy water and a cotton towel to clean them up. If you keep them waxed, they are a hell of a lot easier to keep clean. I wouldn't ever use a "wheel cleaner" on my wheels or calipers. It is just not necessary, and who knows what they put in there.

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Nov 29, 2006, 04:58 AM

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+4 for simple green and a little bit of elbow grease. I always wipe them with a detail spray which may help prevent the dust from building up as fast.