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Old 01-13-2010, 03:05 PM
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X2 on P21S. I used it on a set of rims that had yellowed far worse than the one in the pics above and they came out great.
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I've used P21S in the summer but couldn't understand what all the buzz was about with this stuff. I'm buying some more P21S to try on those dark stains that accumulate in the winter. I would sure like to know what that stain comes from.
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Originally Posted by ELEVENS
... I would sure like to know what that stain comes from.
I believe its from brake dust sitting on the rims over long periods of time ...
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First I went to a more dust free pad

Second - I am now using wheel wax and it seems to help

Third - I try to wash the wheels/car every week even if it is a touch less system
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That's why I like silver wheels - I know when to clean
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Are there any great tools to use that can easily clean around the disc brakes on the inside of the whee? I've tried getting my hand on the inside of the wheel, but it's a real pain. Thanks.
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I picked up a wheel brush from Walmart that is a tight fit between spokes but was cheap and works well ...
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I bought the foam pads from Griots Garage

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Originally Posted by Stevelev
I believe its from brake dust sitting on the rims over long periods of time ...
That's makes sense for three reasons - the color, the fact that it tends to accumulate on the leading edge of the wheel spokes, and that P21S cleaner reportedly works well which is touted as being designed to remove brake dust.
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Hey Reggie I've used those Griots Garage foam brushes for years, very handy for wheel spokes. This is what I use to get inside the wheel. I've had it for nearly 10 years, it doesn't seem to wear out.:



http://www.bavauto.com/fland.asp?par...utm_source=625


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