Z06Vette.com Z06Vette.com

Go Back   Z06Vette.com - Corvette Z06 Forum > Other Z06 Topics > The Car Wash
Register Home Forums Gallery Active Topics Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read Casino

       
Z06Vette.com is the premier Corvette Z06 forum on the internet. Registered Users do not see the above ads. Please Register - It's Free!


Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 07-13-2008, 07:11 PM   #1 (permalink)
Z06 Authority
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Gainesville, VA
Posts: 1,066
Send a message via AIM to MrKool Send a message via MSN to MrKool Send a message via Yahoo to MrKool
I need help cleaning my CCWs

Well I used to clean my wheels when they were new and then i slacked for a while and now they are horrible so i said this weekend i am going to clean them all i took one off the car cleaned it with normal wheel cleaner first and then i started to use the Metal Polish #1 from Adam and well things started to look good but all day on one wheel and i am still not done with the outside lip and i want to do the whole wheel so come one some one tell me what is an easy way to clean these polished Aluminum 505A
__________________
MrKool is offline   Reply With Quote
Sponsored Links
Advertisement
 
Old 07-14-2008, 06:25 PM   #2 (permalink)
Premium Member (Lifetime)
 
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Alamosa CO
Posts: 2,918
Send a message via AIM to Jim Lembo
Lifetime Premium Member
Re: I need help cleaning my CCWs

Quote:
Originally Posted by MrKool View Post
Well I used to clean my wheels when they were new and then i slacked for a while and now they are horrible so i said this weekend i am going to clean them all i took one off the car cleaned it with normal wheel cleaner first and then i started to use the Metal Polish #1 from Adam and well things started to look good but all day on one wheel and i am still not done with the outside lip and i want to do the whole wheel so come one some one tell me what is an easy way to clean these polished Aluminum 505A
Go get yourself a mothers powerball. When I do my Fikse's it takes me 30 minutes on the car!

Jimbo
__________________
sig by GR8 White
'03 EB/mod blue VE interior, LME-LS3 Stroker, AFR 225's and a nasty cam from Pete at V-MAX, 3" custom Powerstick exhaust and lots of attitude! Any questions? Z06 Fest member III, IV, V, VI, and Winterfests 1&2. new times coming soon!
Jim Lembo is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-14-2008, 06:51 PM   #3 (permalink)
Moderator
 
wvphoto's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: charleston , WV "smart ass moderator"
Posts: 6,208
Send a message via AIM to wvphoto
Lifetime Premium Member
Re: I need help cleaning my CCWs

just did the powerball today on the miata.. works GREAT

just take you time.

then wipe with a good cloth after.
__________________
ZFest Member I II III IV V VI
more to come

RIP speedratchet * see you at next years fest *
wvphoto is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-15-2008, 10:42 PM   #4 (permalink)
Z06 Authority
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Gainesville, VA
Posts: 1,066
Send a message via AIM to MrKool Send a message via MSN to MrKool Send a message via Yahoo to MrKool
Re: I need help cleaning my CCWs

well i have the powerball i am not sure if i can keep using it even after it gets dirty? i have alot of brake dust
MrKool is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-16-2008, 10:57 AM   #5 (permalink)
Moderator
 
panzer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Wash DC area
Posts: 9,897
Lifetime Premium Member
Re: I need help cleaning my CCWs

Clean with your favorite wheel cleaner. Put on some Rejex metal protectant. It will keep the grime and brake dust from sticking on the metal. After that wipe it with a dry rag or get a small steam cleaner.
__________________
Ed Gibson 2001 Black Z06 64 & 68 Corvette verts
1985 BMW K100 m/c

panzer is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-18-2008, 10:11 PM   #6 (permalink)
Z06 Authority
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Gainesville, VA
Posts: 1,066
Send a message via AIM to MrKool Send a message via MSN to MrKool Send a message via Yahoo to MrKool
Re: I need help cleaning my CCWs

Quote:
Originally Posted by panzer View Post
Clean with your favorite wheel cleaner. Put on some Rejex metal protectant. It will keep the grime and brake dust from sticking on the metal. After that wipe it with a dry rag or get a small steam cleaner.
hey Ed how you doing are you planning on coming to the BK show today?

I tried to buy a normal wheel cleaner that said it is aluminum safe and could not find one so that is why i was asking.
MrKool is offline   Reply With Quote
Sponsored Links
Advertisement
 
Reply


  Z06Vette.com - Corvette Z06 Forum > Other Z06 Topics > The Car Wash



Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Chroming CCWs?? KillerVette C5 Z06 - Pit Road 39 08-03-2006 09:49 AM
Got some CCWs, but... ack.Z06 The Garage 12 03-17-2004 07:04 AM
FS: 02 Z06 QS/Mod Red with CCWs and much more! KillerVette Member Sales - Parts & Cars 22 02-29-2004 12:57 PM
New 19" CCWs on my EB z06 TZL C5 Z06 - Pit Road 21 11-10-2003 01:37 PM
CCWs 18's got em!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! JOEZ06 C5 Z06 - Pit Road 14 01-06-2003 05:39 AM

Links

» Log in
User Name:

Password:

Not a member yet?
Register Now!
» Wheel & Tire Center


Sponsors

Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.0 RC1

All times are GMT -7. The time now is 12:50 PM.

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.6.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2008, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.1.0
  • AutoForums.com
  • Truck
  • European
  • Import
  • Domestic
  • Manufacturer

AutoForums.com is the premier network of enthusiast-owned enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
We operate more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share experiences and opinions as a community.

Visit AutoForums.com today.

For advertising information, please visit our AutoForums.com website and Contact Us, or send an email message to sales@autoforums.com.