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OUR72GTO · 08-20-2009, 12:23 AM

Does Windex still have Ammonia in it??....not good for alloys.

Angelo@Autopia · 08-20-2009, 07:42 AM

Give P21S Gel Wheel cleaner a chance ( one of the best and safe cleaners out there )and use the EZ Detail Brush also.

Camaro_OK · 08-20-2009, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by OUR72GTO

Does Windex still have Ammonia in it??....not good for alloys.

I think so. It cleaned them good but it has rained for the last two days so my work was for naught. But I think they will be easier to clean back up. I just may use soap and water this time.

Hylton · 08-20-2009, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Orange ss crush

Good Call Hylton - Go see if my cars done yet!!! LOL Thanks !!!

It's just been delayed by another 2 weeks......have a nice day!

LadiesMan217 · 08-20-2009, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ffrcobra_65

Mothers Aluminum Polish. Works great!

NO NO NO!!! I have a feeling if you keep using this you're going to develop a "haze" on the rims...and they'll begin to pit.

Just regular car wax as they have a clearcoat on them!

myold88 · 08-25-2009, 07:59 PM

I only use mild car wash soap with a very soft brush on my Polished wheels. I think there is a blurb in the owners manuel re cleaning wheels. Remember, your not cleaning aluminum, your cleaning a clear coat finish. Brake dust will ruin these wheels.

Thrillz · 08-25-2009, 08:04 PM

I personally use a sponge with car soap. Be careful with those tire cleaning products the cheap stuff can ruin your finish.

ucbran · 08-26-2009, 11:20 AM

Need some advice. I have the entire Zaino line ordered and shipping to me and I want any help anyone can offer to get swirl marks out if the clearcoat on the rims - polished alum rims. Sad to say we were not as educated on washing the car until the damage was done. Would love some feedback. Thanks!

fee5fofum · 08-26-2009, 09:45 PM

I use " WHEEL WAX " so far the best product i have used in a long time.

http://www.wheelwax.com/

You can find this product cheaper locally instead of ordering direct and paying for shipping ..

Paperer · 08-26-2009, 09:52 PM

Soap/water and a coat of wax of your choice. Just soap and water is fine if you don't feel like waxing. Though, I wax every time.

bluman · 08-27-2009, 07:04 AM

soap and water and a coat of Rejex, brake dust just washes off after that

firstmate · 08-27-2009, 12:42 PM

I saw the note above that the "polished" rims had clear coat, what about the Midnight Silver, do those also have clear coat on them?

*KILLER74Z28* · 08-27-2009, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by firstmate

I saw the note above that the "polished" rims had clear coat, what about the Midnight Silver, do those also have clear coat on them?

Yes they do. The rims are painted and then clear coated.

Also, be careful with the wheel cleaners some may cause damage to your rotors and calipers...

stirthepot · 08-28-2009, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by bluman

soap and water and a coat of Rejex, brake dust just washes off after that

what he said, REJEX is great. I use it on the whole car.

08-20-2009, 12:23 AM	#15
OUR72GTO 2010 SIM Beige RS 6M Drives: SIM RS 6M 66 Corvair Silverado LTZ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Kamloops,British Columbia Posts: 4,677	Does Windex still have Ammonia in it??....not good for alloys. __________________ CAMARO.. 2010 The Heart Beat is back in CHEVROLET Now let's put it back in America

08-26-2009, 11:20 AM	#22
ucbran Lovin' Livin' Drives: 2LT/RS SIM/Black Polished Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Turlock CA Posts: 58	Need some advice. I have the entire Zaino line ordered and shipping to me and I want any help anyone can offer to get swirl marks out if the clearcoat on the rims - polished alum rims. Sad to say we were not as educated on washing the car until the damage was done. Would love some feedback. Thanks! __________________ Ordered 5/13/09 Born 6/25/09 Delivered 8/7/09

08-26-2009, 09:52 PM	#24
Paperer Ragin' Cajun Drives: '02 Camaro SS - '10 CGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Texas/Oklahoma Posts: 1,166 View My Garage	Soap/water and a coat of wax of your choice. Just soap and water is fine if you don't feel like waxing. Though, I wax every time. __________________

08-27-2009, 07:04 AM	#25
bluman Drives: '10 Corvette GS/'13 Mustang Join Date: May 2009 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 636	soap and water and a coat of Rejex, brake dust just washes off after that __________________ 2010 Camaro SIM/CGM RS/2LT VIN #310 SOLD 2010 Corvette Grand Sport

08-27-2009, 12:42 PM	#26
firstmate Drives: 2010 Blk/Gry SS/RS M6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 454 View My Garage	I saw the note above that the "polished" rims had clear coat, what about the Midnight Silver, do those also have clear coat on them? __________________ Ordered 10-13-08 2SS/RS M6 BLK/GRY VIN #2386 Delivered 6-11-09 - Woo Hoo!!! Hey Houston locals-------- Join the H-Town Camaro Club www.H-TownCamaroClub.com

08-20-2009, 07:42 AM	#16
Angelo@Autopia Drives: 2014 Ford Focus ST Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 939	Give P21S Gel Wheel cleaner a chance ( one of the best and safe cleaners out there )and use the EZ Detail Brush also.

08-25-2009, 07:59 PM	#20
myold88 Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 2018: Lakewood Ranch, Fl. Posts: 8,112 View My Garage	I only use mild car wash soap with a very soft brush on my Polished wheels. I think there is a blurb in the owners manuel re cleaning wheels. Remember, your not cleaning aluminum, your cleaning a clear coat finish. Brake dust will ruin these wheels.

08-25-2009, 08:04 PM	#21
Thrillz Drives: 2019 Dodge Daytona R/T Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ontario Posts: 2,572	I personally use a sponge with car soap. Be careful with those tire cleaning products the cheap stuff can ruin your finish.

08-26-2009, 09:45 PM	#23
fee5fofum Drives: 2012 CTS-V Coupe & 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 374	I use " WHEEL WAX " so far the best product i have used in a long time. http://www.wheelwax.com/ You can find this product cheaper locally instead of ordering direct and paying for shipping ..

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