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Old Apr 18, 2007 | 09:52 PM
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Search isnt working right for me for some reason, Im getting Black ZR1s here soon so how do you keep black wheels clean and from chipping. And what is best to use on them???
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Soap and water works good on mine
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Old Apr 19, 2007 | 10:25 PM
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I use soap and water. I never use wheel cleaner as I have always had bad experiences with hazing. I always use polish and then use detail spray after every wash. The paint on my wheels are as good as the paint on the body

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I used soap and water, Then i always put a small coat of wax on them to give them a little bit more **** and protection.
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i use just soap and water. the paint is the same as on the car.
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 12:22 AM
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i also wanted to know if my wheels are gonna be ok during the winter??? i mean i imagine they are just like the body and as long as i wash them and keep them clean the salt and all that wont hurt them. Plus its powdercoating and we dont usually get a lot of snow.
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Old Nov 29, 2007 | 01:19 AM
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yeah.. I have been havin some problem because mine are a texury flat black.. that are becoming a PITA to keep clean.... nothin works like soap
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I use soap and water to clean them. I also use a sealer which seals the wheel. It repels water and makes it easier to clean brake dust. I also use meguiars quick wheel detailer. Its a quick way to keep the wheel looking good.
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