Any tips for cleaning the backside of clearcoated polished aluminum wheels?

Apr 10, 2004 7 Replies

I've recently bought a 2nd 10AE that has been somewhat neglected and the backside of the wheels are hideous...no amount of cleaning with "clear coat safe" cleaners will make a dent in it. I'm concerned about going to anything more abrassive. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.



Thanks,



James '99 10AE (2) '97 Montego Blue


Uh...*three* Miatas? I think you have the record, around here at least. Out of curiosity, why did you purchase two identical vehicles?

The '97 is now my wife's, the 1st 10AE was mine, and the 2nd was just a steal that I couldn't turn down. Will most likely be selling it off once I have a little fun with it.

I wonder if spray brake cleaner (and a teflon pot scrubbing pad, if needed) would do the back side of your wheels? You might also try naptha (lighter fluid), but I think the brake cleaner will be a stronger solvent.

Randy

This is what meguiars has to say:

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Leon

try turtle wax "Wheel clean". Agressif !!! but damm good

I've done some pretty serious cleaning jobs with 'simple green' I also like that it's biodegradable.

Chris

92BB&T

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