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Nov 28, 2008 | 12:08 PM

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spots on rims, plz help

i got my car cleaned the other day and now i have noticed spots on the chrome lips on my rims, look like soap but wont come off. factory gray zo6 rims if that helps. any input would be usefull thanks.

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Nov 28, 2008 | 12:36 PM

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i didnt think those had chrome lips

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Nov 28, 2008 | 02:10 PM

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if the rims have a chrome lip just take some very fine grade steel wool and lightley rub to see if it comes off. p.s. on the chrome only.

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Nov 28, 2008 | 03:18 PM

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i think they could have the clear coat finish... if so steal wool wont work.

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Nov 28, 2008 | 04:59 PM

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If they are just stubborn spots, trying using like a chrome or aluminum polish. I have the turtle was chrome polish and it works wonders on my chrome wheels.

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Nov 28, 2008 | 05:49 PM

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Claybar.

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