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    Benz rims

    A co-worker just got a 95 Benz and asked what he could use to clean the rims safely. They look to be satin aluminum. I have heard that Simple Green is a no-no on aluminum. Anybody have some suggestions as to a good, safe, easy-to-find wheel cleaner? I have Meg`s Citri-Gel, would that be safe to use?

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    you already have SSR2 ...try that you`ll be surprised
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    I am actually looking for something that he coud go to his local Pep Boys and buy. I could let him borrow my SSR2 for the initial cleaning (with proper $100,000 collateral to make sure I get it back), but for subsequent cleanings find something for him to use (I told him to clean them weekly so they wouldn`t get stained with brake dust) that he can go out and buy easily. There is a local paint supply shop just down the road from work where he could buy the Meg`s Citri-Gel, just want to know what people`s experience is with it on aluminum.

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    oh...I would recommend Bluemagic ...nasty smell of amonia, and you must wear gloves, but works real well...
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    My `98 Benz has that aluminum looking rim..however, if you look closely..mine are really painted then clearcoated. On my rims..by far..the best product I have used , is Eagle One A2Z wheel cleaner. Locally available..Walmart, Target, Autozone, etc. Spray on..agitate a little with an old paintbrush..rinse. I then dry them and add a coat of Collinite Insulator Wax..it really helps the next time you have to clean them..in fact I can now ususally use just a GPC diluted and brake dust comes right off.
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    Originally posted by unclearty
    I then dry them and add a coat of Collinite Insulator Wax..it really helps the next time you have to clean them..in fact I can now ususally use just a GPC diluted and brake dust comes right off.
    How long does the Collinite IW lasts ?
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