Cleaning inside of wheels.

**Neothin** · 06-14-2006, 11:41 PM

having a large area between the spokes helps alot too. Just another perk of having 18" 5 spokes on the tC

**belcherm58** · 06-15-2006, 03:07 AM

Originally Posted by MikeyC

except I would only use a Magic Eraser if the wheels are not painted (says right on the box "do not use on painted surfaces"). If these are OEM wheels most likely they are painted. I can't tell from the pic what they are, but they look like they might be chrome. If they're chrome then the Eraser will be a-OK.

The Megs Wheel Brightener is EXTREMELY powerful and in my experience stronger than the Poorboy's Spray and Rinse.

I second the Meguairs Wheel Brightner as some strong stuff. Never damaged
my wheels. Never use on bare aluminum or anodized wheels though. Painted
and clear coated are good to go.

**miked2** · 06-15-2006, 01:17 PM

The Wheel Brightener from Meg's I believe is from their Detailers Line, which is intended for high-volume detail shops, hence the strong nature of the product. I prefer a more gentle product that requires some agitation, like P21S, Meg's "multi-part" wheel cleaner, etc.

**Meghan** · 06-15-2006, 01:23 PM

Originally Posted by miked2

The Wheel Brightener from Meg's I believe is from their Detailers Line, which is intended for high-volume detail shops, hence the strong nature of the product. I prefer a more gentle product that requires some agitation, like P21S, Meg's "multi-part" wheel cleaner, etc.

P21s Gel is a great wheel cleaner!

**dengood1** · 06-15-2006, 01:36 PM

some have suggested the PB Spray and Rinse Wheel Cleaner. I just ordered some.....any thoughts?

**ScottB** · 06-15-2006, 05:02 PM

Originally Posted by dengood1

some have suggested the PB Spray and Rinse Wheel Cleaner. I just ordered some.....any thoughts?

follow the directions and you will be amazed. Cool Wheels !! Wet Wheels !! Spray Liberally !! Allow to set !! Rinse with good stream !! You wont need to use it often, but amazing, even on barrels. Just remember NEVER on uncoated aluminium wheels either !!

P21S makes one of the safest and best wheel cleaners around, but you will need to agitate the areas and its expensive. (Maybe because I seem to use alot, and wash twice weekly)

**John U** · 06-17-2006, 09:07 PM

Originally Posted by 1LEHAWK

..nothing worked on some stubborn spots of tar/dirt and grime.

Try "knocking" off the larger clumps of tar spots with a plastic edge. I use a ScrapeRite (plastic razor blade) Then apply some WD-40 or 3M cleaner to dissolve it.
Works for me!
JU

**Russecu** · 11-10-2006, 12:18 PM

Any new opinions on this or new products that have came out? I am wondering the same b/c it is a pain in the @$$ for me to remove my wheels and clean them. If there is something that works well with a little agitation then I am game as I can crawl under my truck to clean them. I am not worried about the outside surface as I keep them clean with glaze and use the schmitt with soap.