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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 03:36 PM
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Hey Guys, I have a set of BBS rims with REALLY caked on brake dust.. mean BAD!!!! SO bad it looks like the rim is rusted.... anyone have any suggestions on how to remove it?
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 03:43 PM
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Maybe something like this http://detailaddict.com/tires-and-wh...l-cleaner.html and a brush.
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 03:43 PM
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uhm i've used the turtle wax bug and tar remove and with a little bit of elbow grease it will come off
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 03:46 PM
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the absolute best wheel cleaner I've ever found
http://www.malcoautomotive.com/Compl...a-details.aspx

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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 04:08 PM
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 05:30 PM
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After you clean it make sure you clean it on a regular basis. Then you wouldn't have that problem.
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 05:55 PM
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You pay a premium for it, but P21S Wheel Gel. It is about $15-$17 for 16oz. Spray it on, agitate, let it sit for 30min-2hrs not in direct sunlight, and spray of with high pressure water.
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 06:36 PM
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Sonax has to be one of the best wheel cleaners and it's about the same price as the P21S ($16 for 16.9oz. bottle).
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 07:21 PM
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+1 for Sonax

I've used it and p21s and I think sonax wins.


Also, adam's APC is pretty good, not as good as sonax, but worth getting.

Wax the wheels after you clean them up to help make them easier to clean next time.
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I've never used it, but the Sonax pictures look amazing!
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bought them caked on...


Originally Posted by 2cam16
After you clean it make sure you clean it on a regular basis. Then you wouldn't have that problem.
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 09:32 PM
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where can i get this ..... I think I am going to try soaking it in some orange glow stuff from the dollar store... see if it helps... but if people know where to get the Sonax, let me know... want to salvage these BBS Golds


Originally Posted by thejordan
+1 for Sonax

I've used it and p21s and I think sonax wins.


Also, adam's APC is pretty good, not as good as sonax, but worth getting.

Wax the wheels after you clean them up to help make them easier to clean next time.
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 10:31 PM
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Once your done cleaning it. Honda Polish. It will not let the dust stick to it again.
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 10:48 PM
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Originally Posted by cueballsi
where can i get this ..... I think I am going to try soaking it in some orange glow stuff from the dollar store... see if it helps... but if people know where to get the Sonax, let me know... want to salvage these BBS Golds
Most of the professional grade stuff, you'll have to purchase online. The Adam's Polishes All Purpose Cleaner, you can get from the Adam's Polishes website or from one of their independent retailers.
Old Jul 12, 2011 | 10:51 PM
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http://www.autogeek.net/sonax-wheel-cleaner.html

i think if you add the coupon "autopia" you get 10% off..

If your in a hurry, you can come by my house maybe on Thursday and use some of mine



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