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Old 02-17-2014, 11:40 PM
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Default Best polish for unfinished wheels

I just bought a set of RTS wheels and they're kind of dirty. What is everyone using for polish? I also need recommendations on a good wax. Thanks guys
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Try White Diamond polish.
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I like Meguiars Hot Rims aluminum polish. I've used it for rims, aluminum radiators and polished trim pieces.
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I use wizards metal polish
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One of the only store bought products I will likely ever recommend, and that is mothers aluminum polish. I've tried many products and to me it works the best. The only other brand polish I keep in my arsenal is Adams.
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Our Metal Polish #1 and #2 work VERY will with minimal work.

Once polished up, I'd recommend a sealant rather than a wax, as they will last longer. Our Quick Sealant is awesome on wheels since it's an aerosol. Easy to apply and will give you a few months of protection per application.
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Another vote for Adams!!
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Mother's is good for off the shelf, but ordering some Adams would be a good call.

I have some of the Meguires listed above and it is very very sub par to the Mother's (smells nice though).

White Diamond mentioned above should be a good liquid rouge based polish too if you can find it. Blue Magic is another similar product.
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White diamond metal polish. It's a polish and sealant, works great.
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Originally Posted by Nick@Adams
Our Metal Polish #1 and #2 work VERY will with minimal work.

Once polished up, I'd recommend a sealant rather than a wax, as they will last longer. Our Quick Sealant is awesome on wheels since it's an aerosol. Easy to apply and will give you a few months of protection per application.
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Adams all the way! You get better results faster with less work!
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Ive had the best luck with white diamond in the past. Never tried adams though, but the autoparts store brands are junk compared to white diamond.
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Thanks guys!



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