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Old 08-18-2018, 07:21 PM
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i tried washing these with that chemical guys orange wheel cleaner which was recommended and didn’t help. It’s as if it’s rust + dirt.

any recommendations ?

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That does look like rust, your only option may be to seek out a wheel refinisher. One option would be to try a product like Carpro Iron X Iron remover, there are other iron removers out there so look into them. If you like DIY projects, after cleaning with the iron remover you could look into repainting yourself.
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Wheel acid might do the trick. Don't leave it on too long though.
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You could try a wheel polish. WD40 is good at removing light rust but be careful not to just spray it all over your tires as that could cause a much more dangerous issue.
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You don't think a bit of butter, or maybe some honey, will help?
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Originally Posted by raftaman
i tried washing these with that chemical guys orange wheel cleaner which was recommended and didn’t help. It’s as if it’s rust + dirt.

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I found the problem!

I don't know who recommended that cleaner but it doesn't do much against brake dust (dirt maybe). As mentioned, you need something like CarPro IronX (recommend lemon scent, more tolerable IMO).


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you will probably need multiple products and applications. Try some Sonax
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Will be using Iron-X this weekend on my GPW if my Hydrosilex gets here, will post results.
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try chemical guys diablo gel cleaner, or if nothing works i would recommend poorboys spray and rinse wheel cleaner, and a brush to aggitate


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