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1quk240
12-01-2010, 05:55 PM
I followed the directions and applied the cleaner to wheels. Only the front wheels were stained not the rear. Any help will do.
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Jason913
12-01-2010, 06:13 PM
:( You're only supposed to use VERY mild wheel cleaner... or just soap and water on clear coated lips such as volk/work.
BustedS13
12-01-2010, 06:40 PM
that'll buff right out?
ignited
12-01-2010, 06:44 PM
you will need to get them re-finished, imo. here is one company that does that exact repair. they have several locations.

Wheels America (http://www.wheelsamerica.com/index.php)

good luck.
1quk240
12-01-2010, 07:19 PM
that'll buff right out?

nope tried that already

you will need to get them re-finished, imo. here is one company that does that exact repair. they have several locations.

Wheels America (http://www.wheelsamerica.com/index.php)

good luck.

thanks ill check em' out. there's a couple places out here in AZ but i was trying to avoid that route. You have any idea of what that normally cost?

:( You're only supposed to use VERY mild wheel cleaner... or just soap and water on clear coated lips such as volk/work.

It was Eagle 1 and people said it was good stuff. No more wheel cleaning products for me!
Jason913
12-01-2010, 07:35 PM
Listen to what I'm saying... you CANNOT use regular wheel cleaners on clear coated wheels such as work/volk. Please read up on their finish and how to clean them so it doesn't happen again. Refinishing the lips is an expensive mistake, one I doubt you'll feel like repeating once you get the bill.
sleep
12-01-2010, 10:59 PM
Also any acid based (best) wheel cleaners, will destroy chrome/polish.

Pure acid wheel cleaners are the shit, if used properly. Mind you, they will burn your skin and clothing.

Wheel cleaning and detailing - The dangers and proper technique to perfect wheels. - Auto Detailing Articles and Tips by Kevin Farrell - Professional Auto Detailing Resources (http://www.autodetailingnetwork.com/detail-articles-kleen-car/2009/7/30/wheel-cleaning-and-detailing-the-dangers-and-proper-techniqu.html)