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Old Jan 24, 2007 | 11:18 AM
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Got in a quick wash today!!

A bit warmer up here in N.E. PA so washed her up real quick. Took pics with my Blackjack phone, so not the best quality. Quick question, my wheels are starting to get real beat up. Some foggy spots and scratches, is there any solutions to mke them look good again. Thanks!!



 
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Old Jan 24, 2007 | 12:31 PM
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Nice truck.

Well if your wheels are clear coated you can treat them just like you do the paint on your truck. For the scratches and foggy spots you can try something like Meguiars Sctrach X to restore the finish, and then give the wheels a coat of wax after you are done.

If your wheels are not clear coated, you can use a metal polish to bring back the shine. I like Meguiar's All Metal Polysh. You could also try Heavy Metal Polish. I have never used it myself, but several others on the board seem to like their metal polish.
 
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Old Jan 24, 2007 | 12:35 PM
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Nice Looking truck. Pics look great for being a camera phone.
 
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Old Jan 24, 2007 | 12:53 PM
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I'd say pick up some chrome polish and see if the chrome shines back up again, but the best way to keep them looking good is to take them off during the winter. The road salt and calcium chloride really attack the chrome. I live in western Pa, and I always keep the stock wheels for my vehicles to run during the winter so I don't damage my custom wheels. If you already sold your stock wheels, check ebay, as there are always sets of stockers on there for decent prices. Just my .02.
 
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Old Jan 24, 2007 | 02:13 PM
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Good God! The pics look awesome for being taken from a camera phone!

Nice n' clean .. .. enjoy it while you can.
 
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Old Jan 24, 2007 | 02:23 PM
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I'm a sucker for any thread with pictures. Looks great!
 
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