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Old 22-07-2004, 02:58 PM
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Default Cleaning Polished Alloys?

I've got a polished rim on my alloys and wondered whats the best product for cleaning them with after a bit of a boot. Got some 'Autosol' but it says on the packet "not recommended for mirror finish alloys". Any ideas

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Old 22-07-2004, 03:07 PM
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Normal car polish mate everytime
Old 22-07-2004, 03:17 PM
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Heard that b4, thought they was pulling my leg, but nice 1 m8 will give it a go
Old 22-07-2004, 03:40 PM
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i use peek, when i do mirror polishing, brought my intercooler up a treat
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If the alloy has been polished then lacquered = normal car polish

If it has just been polished up with no lacquer (un-lacquered alloy oxidises over time to a dull sheen) = peek or autosol
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NEVER USE AUTOSOL

The paste is very " Bitty " and causes numerous fine scratches to the surface making the wheel look shit
Old 22-07-2004, 05:39 PM
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Will just use some good old polish see how it goes, if not will give peek a try, cheers 4 advice boyz
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