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Old Jan 23, 2010 | 01:32 AM
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I just picked up some chrome 18'' Zinik rims off my buddy for real cheap, but they are pitted really bad in some spots. Whats the best stuff to use to clean these rims, so I can make them look as good as possible to sell on Craigslist?
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Old Jan 23, 2010 | 08:00 PM
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mr magic eraser(SP) pad worked great on mine to get all the dirt and stuff out of the pits in the chrome
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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 09:32 PM
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Old Jan 26, 2010 | 02:12 AM
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did you try what i said or are you just wanting more input, post a picture of them if you have time so we can see how bad they are pitted
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Old Feb 4, 2010 | 06:14 PM
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Im just looking for more imput. I want as many suggestions as possible. I'm looking to get like $500 out of the wheels and tires, so I gotta shine em up!
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