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Old Dec 6, 2008 | 07:51 PM
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my rs 7 spokes are really bad for getting covered in really hard brake dust.i have grooved discs,i think they cause the majority of the dust as the get black very quickly.what is the best cleaner for getting the dust off?
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Old Dec 6, 2008 | 07:54 PM
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I use auto glym engine/machine cleaner, never done any harm
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Old Dec 6, 2008 | 08:12 PM
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try not to use acidic cleaner as it can damage the lacquer on the wheels.

ifa normal cleaner doesnt work, try mild clay on them, should get rid of most the little stuck on bits ( dont use the clay on the car again afterwards tho
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Old Dec 6, 2008 | 11:26 PM
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yep dont used acid based cleaner as i learned the hard way!

This is meant to be brilliant http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wheels.../prod_499.html doesnt contain acid
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Old Dec 6, 2008 | 11:46 PM
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I use Auto Glym alloy wheel cleaner


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Old Dec 8, 2008 | 10:14 PM
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Use this mate: R222 High Performance Wheel Gel Cleaner

Let it soak in for 30-45 mins. then agitate and rinse off.

Clay your wheels and seal them with a sealant. i.e Zaino Z-CS Clear Seal

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Old Dec 9, 2008 | 04:11 PM
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thats great,thanks.ill get some of that after christmas when i get some notes!
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