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DylanVK · 05-21-2014, 10:48 AM

I use the balanced mix for really light to moderate weekly cleaning and that will keep an LSP intact for sure.

The SPW mixture will degrade or remove LSP's to some degree. If the wheel saw rain since its last cleaning since the brake dust turns to more of a slurry in those cases that is a little more substantial.

Obviously, best practices would mean a touchup application of your wheel protection should you choose to use the SPW mixture.

ihada69L78 · 05-21-2014, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by 2012 ZL1#1658

I need a lug nut brush. Such a pain to get inside the lug nut area. :(

Wally Mart, and maybe auto part stores, sells a detail brush which works pretty good. Very soft and about the size of a magic marker. It won't get all the way in, but u can't see down that far anyway.

CamaroDreams07 · 05-21-2014, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Dylan@SCG

I use the balanced mix for really light to moderate weekly cleaning and that will keep an LSP intact for sure.

The SPW mixture will degrade or remove LSP's to some degree. If the wheel saw rain since its last cleaning since the brake dust turns to more of a slurry in those cases that is a little more substantial.

Obviously, best practices would mean a touchup application of your wheel protection should you choose to use the SPW mixture.

Good to know. Thanks.

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Cincy10SSRS · 05-22-2014, 07:16 AM

Probably been asked/answered a bunch of times, but... after cleaning, what's the best way to polish/protect the factory polished wheels? AFAIK, they're clearcoated, right?

13lstuner · 05-22-2014, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Cincy10SSRS

Probably been asked/answered a bunch of times, but... after cleaning, what's the best way to polish/protect the factory polished wheels? AFAIK, they're clearcoated, right?

They are clear coated. Polish like you would your cars paint. Then seal them with your preferred sealant.

kstl01 · 05-22-2014, 09:40 AM

Just clean with soap and water and then polish with Adams detailing spray.

13lstuner · 05-22-2014, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by kstl01

Just clean with soap and water and then polish with Adams detailing spray.

Adams detailing spray has no abrasives in it. Therefore there is no way you can polish with it. Also, it would be a good idea to give your wheels more protection than a coat of detail spray. It would make cleaning them much easier.

Adam's Polishes · 05-22-2014, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Cincy10SSRS

Probably been asked/answered a bunch of times, but... after cleaning, what's the best way to polish/protect the factory polished wheels? AFAIK, they're clearcoated, right?

Yep, treat them just like any other painted/clear coated surface. Use paint polishes to remove defects if they exist, and then seal them up and you'll be good to go.

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DylanVK Drives: a few Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Colorado Posts: 507	I use the balanced mix for really light to moderate weekly cleaning and that will keep an LSP intact for sure. The SPW mixture will degrade or remove LSP's to some degree. If the wheel saw rain since its last cleaning since the brake dust turns to more of a slurry in those cases that is a little more substantial. Obviously, best practices would mean a touchup application of your wheel protection should you choose to use the SPW mixture. __________________ *1967 C/10 PROJECT TRUCK \| DETAILING EXPERT \| CRAFT BEER ENTHUSIAST*

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Cincy10SSRS Drives: 2010 2SS RS M6 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cincinnati area Posts: 1,522	Probably been asked/answered a bunch of times, but... after cleaning, what's the best way to polish/protect the factory polished wheels? AFAIK, they're clearcoated, right? __________________ Traded-in car: K&N Typhoon intake, JBA Shorty headers, Solo mid-pipes/hi-flow cats, GMPP Track Pack axle-back, Vmax ported TB, Billet Custom catch can, billet tensioner pulley, Hines Hex Vents, Z/TA rear spoiler, ProCustom headlight covers, Drake black/riveted quarter window covers, GM satin fuel door, chrome and brushed caps/covers under the hood, EmblemPros underhood bowtie & fuel rail "Camaro" plates, chrome "SS" door kick-panels, chrome trunk latch plate & strut rods, Street Scene lower grille ducts w/LED lights, front bowtie-delete, Yates Performance pedals, 35% tint, etc.

05-22-2014, 09:40 AM	#20
kstl01 KSTZL1 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Vert LPE 700 633 RWHP Join Date: May 2013 Location: RI Posts: 116 View My Garage	Just clean with soap and water and then polish with Adams detailing spray. __________________