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Old 04-24-2005, 02:46 PM
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Is brake cleaner safe to use on rims? Or will it damage the clear coat?
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Old 04-24-2005, 03:03 PM
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can ruin finish
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why do you need to use such a harsh cleaner?
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wont damage it, itll probably TOTALY REMOVE IT...maybe some paint too.
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have some tar or something stuck on one wheel, having a hell of a time getting it off
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try claybar...
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is it that hard to scrub your wheels
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It's fine. And be sure to use steel wool on bird poop... & polish paint w/ hand fulla' gravel.
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