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Old 05-05-2009, 08:54 PM
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Hi all,
Well spring is trying to arrive, and Bill and I have the srt6's back on the road. I want to do some spring cleaning and have noted my wheel rims are black. Suggestions for the best clean up method? Thanks,
Barbara
 
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Old 05-05-2009, 10:09 PM
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Barbara, to help cut down on the amount of brake dust try replacing your present pads with some aftermarket name like Rotex Gold. You can find them online at www.brakeworld.com

There are a few other brand names out there that do just as well; I'm just familar with the Rotex's.

To get them cleaner quicker you can try a spray bottle of wheel cleaner like Meguiars Gold. Just spray it on & use a paintbrush or toothbrush to get into all the corners. Rinse it off & hit it again if it still needs some work. Voila', clean wheels again !

The Rotex's (or similar) are the way to go, long term. I hate cleaning my wheels, takes too much time.
 
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Old 05-06-2009, 05:41 AM
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Once or twice a year depending on how much I drive the car I take the wheels off and give them a good cleaning with soap and water. Then a good coat of wax. This makes clean up more easy the rest of the time. Rotex Gold is the way to go as stated above.
 
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Old 05-06-2009, 08:07 AM
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Thanks for the help guys. I'll see how the wax works, may change the break pads down the road.
Barbara
 
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