RIM Cleaning - Please Help

Lukcas61 · 09-08-2015, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

no it's not for garage queens.

Yea mine gets driven everyday of the week.

Duc_Z09 · 09-08-2015, 09:32 AM

The best wheel cleaner I've ever discovered is WD-40. Use soap and water afterwards or the residue will draw dust.

kenchan · 09-08-2015, 10:17 AM

SouthArk370Z · 09-08-2015, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

The best wheel cleaner I've ever discovered is WD-40. Use soap and water afterwards or the residue will draw dust.

I can see putting some WD-40 (or similar, oil-based product) on a rag to clean stubborn dirt, but don't think spraying it around brakes and tires is a good idea. YMMV

kenchan · 09-08-2015, 10:33 AM

i use rc car motor spray to remove tar and stains. no need to wash, just wax afterwards.

but on my hobbycars, i rarely need to use harsh chemicals. just QD and done. oh wait, op was supposed to search.

kenchan · 09-08-2015, 10:34 AM

hate giving away free answers!

i also wipe off the overspray on my rotors and clean the calipers while im at it..

Ghostvette · 09-08-2015, 10:38 AM

IBTL

Goggle is your friend.

kenchan · 09-08-2015, 10:39 AM

or cooltoy.

he's our search engine...

mishuko · 09-08-2015, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LennyK

How Often Do You CLEAN Your Z - Rims?

How Do You Do It? AND What Do You Use?

Your Advise Is Appreciated - My Z Looks GREAT / Rims NOT So Much

to be the nice guy... if you wont' spray it on your hood, don't spray it on your alluminum rims.

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

gotta put in the effort..

i'm in a never ending battle with my car...

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

or cooltoy.

he's our search engine...

i thought he was your mechanic

Duc_Z09 · 09-08-2015, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

I can see putting some WD-40 (or similar, oil-based product) on a rag to clean stubborn dirt, but don't think spraying it around brakes and tires is a good idea. YMMV

Spray it on a paper towel and then wipe the rim. I've been doing it for years with no issues whatsoever.

jcosta79 · 09-09-2015, 02:53 PM

AutO'Rileys has wheel brushes for less than $10. That's what I use to get the barrels cleans.

RyanR · 09-09-2015, 03:31 PM

Soap+water, dry, then wax with TW Ice = Done

Fxstbi · 09-09-2015, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Leingod

Soap and water...sometimes with a wash cloth while taking a shower.

Wait.... you mean Z wheels!! Ohhhh.......

Soap and water... sometimes I'll use a MF towel.

Dude! You're mind's in the gutter, glad I'm not the only one....

Crypto2k · 09-09-2015, 05:44 PM

Adams deep wheel cleaner, brushes for surface and calipers, wheel woolie for behind spokes and their turbo stick to get all the crap that builds up on the drums you normally can't reach. Regular car wash soap should work too *if* you keep up on it. Finish with detailing spray or wax to make next time easier.
Ps. I have Works Gnosis 20" wheels so slightly diff needs from a design and reach perspective.

LennyK · 09-10-2015, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RyanR

Soap+water, dry, then wax with TW Ice = Done

THANK YOU - ALL (For Your Good Ideas)...

How Often - Do You Clean Rims???

1- Every Ride
2- Every Week
3- Every Once In A While...

09-08-2015, 09:32 AM	#17 (permalink)
Duc_Z09 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Frederick MD Posts: 876 Drives: With the blinker on. Rep Power: 23	The best wheel cleaner I've ever discovered is WD-40. Use soap and water afterwards or the residue will draw dust. __________________ 2009 370z #206 (all mods are Home Depot) 2009 Ducati 848 (full Ohlins, Termignoni, etc) 2003 Grand Cherokee (long arms, big tires, 4.56, lockers)

09-08-2015, 10:38 AM	#22 (permalink)
Ghostvette A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Shawnee KS Posts: 5,698 Drives: 15 Magma Red 6MT Rep Power: 2684376	IBTL Goggle is your friend. kenchan and jpkirk like this. __________________ 2015 Magma Red 6MT Sport Tech/2012 Fairlady MB 6MT Base (RIP 08032018)https://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/370Z/Coupe/

09-08-2015, 10:39 AM	#23 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	or cooltoy. he's our search engine... jpkirk likes this.

09-09-2015, 02:53 PM	#26 (permalink)
jcosta79 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: N/A Posts: 1,430 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 14	AutO'Rileys has wheel brushes for less than $10. That's what I use to get the barrels cleans. __________________ 2012 PW NISMO #0559 - GT Spec Brace Kit - Swift Springs - ARK TP & Invidia CBE K&N Intake - UpRev Tune - 15mm Z1 Spacers & Studs - StopTech Slotted Rotors & SS Lines - ZSpeed CMAK with Stage 2 Clutch and Lightweight Flywheel

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	hate giving away free answers! i also wipe off the overspray on my rotors and clean the calipers while im at it..

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RyanR Base Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Lower Arkansas - LA Posts: 62 Drives: Red Z TS Rep Power: 13	Soap+water, dry, then wax with TW Ice = Done

09-09-2015, 05:44 PM	#29 (permalink)
Crypto2k Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Denver Posts: 55 Drives: 2009 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 12	Adams deep wheel cleaner, brushes for surface and calipers, wheel woolie for behind spokes and their turbo stick to get all the crap that builds up on the drums you normally can't reach. Regular car wash soap should work too if you keep up on it. Finish with detailing spray or wax to make next time easier. Ps. I have Works Gnosis 20" wheels so slightly diff needs from a design and reach perspective.