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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 10:24 AM
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Cleaning My Z28 Rims

How would i go about cleaning my Factory rims? I've heard use a sos pad pressure washer. But i wanna know whats the best way to clean them.
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 10:47 AM
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do they still have the clear coat on them?
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 11:28 AM
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I kinda doubt it, but i really can't tell you that till i see her again and that won't won't be til early October, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro - Nick's Chevrolet "Red 5" check if you can tell in these pics.
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 04:04 PM
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Well Meguiars sells some of this wheel cleaner that works really well!!!! Also you could refinish them, Duplicolor sells some good paints if your looking for something like that.
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 05:10 PM
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Ya i actually am looking to do that but what type of prep work am I looking at when doing that, and what was the orginal color of the rims, so i can know what i should buy.
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Old Aug 30, 2006 | 06:33 AM
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There is alot of info about rim refinishing on this site. I know because thats going to be my winter project. Believe it or not the repainting of the rim is the easy part! At least with the laced wheels.
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Old Aug 30, 2006 | 11:00 AM
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do mind helping me out with some linkage pls.
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Old Sep 5, 2006 | 02:27 PM
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Sticky: Polishing your wheels ~ this is at the top of Auto Detailing and Appearance
I'm not sure how to link it ~ sorry
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