Not Sure if i would want to use it on my black rims just in case.
Cleaning wire wheels
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Not Sure if i would want to use it on my black rims just in case.
Spokes are silver, but the rims are odd.They look like a cross between very very sparkly paint, and anodised.
Almost like a superfine metallic.
the marks are as if the top surface has been broken, and dirt has leeched into / under the top surface
I hit a section again with the genuine rim cleaner, and a toothbrush, despite being done on Sunday, the section went deep purple and yes
it improved the appearance, the black marks are still there
They look like a cross between very very sparkly paint, and anodised.
Almost like a superfine metallic.
the marks are as if the top surface has been broken, and dirt has leeched into / under the top surface
I hit a section again with the genuine rim cleaner, and a toothbrush, despite being done on Sunday, the section went deep purple and yes
it improved the appearance, the black marks are still there
So black rims/ silver spokes? Shove a pic up, let's see, as some here may have had the same issue.
So black rims/ silver spokes? Shove a pic up, let's see, as some here may have had the same issue.
No rims are silver
when it stops raining, i'll go and take some pics
Have you tried GT85 on them yet? I’ve used it to get rid of all sorts of marks from my bikes over the years, including the wheels on my GSA’s, but they were black.
roamer
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That looks like silver anodising, the staining may come off with white spirit or similar,
Another option is to try a small area very lightly with t cut paint restorer,
Another option is to try a small area very lightly with t cut paint restorer,
They are same rims I have and I do think Bilt hamber will get them better than that. Mine had the same staining and are much better now. They are not like new but good enough for me. Buy some if your not happy I will buy yours lol at a reduced price. If I can be bothered I will take a picture but my bike is 7 years old and 36000miles
Well the Bilt Hamber turned up,
and i have to say it made almost sod all difference.
i'm going to have another go tomorrow alternating with Bilt & BMW cleaners
I use Sonax Xtreme Wheel Cleaner Full Effect. Available from ebay. Squirt it on agitate with a stiff brush, rinse off and Bobs your uncle. I then apply ACF50, WD40 etc with a cloth for added luster and protection. Easy really.
I got it from a friend at 2k miles at 5 years old. It’s as likely as not washed by AJ each service time.
Ali rims with stainless spokes( I think) SDoc/autoglym for last 10 years
Ali rims with stainless spokes( I think) SDoc/autoglym for last 10 years
Got pissed off looking at them , and thought sod it and rolled out the big boys
T cut, for mettalics
It works, Not perfect, but way way better.
than i'll hit it with some bilt hamber and then polish the fecker
T cut, for mettalics
It works
, Not perfect, but way way better. than i'll hit it with some bilt hamber and then polish the fecker
willbulls
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I would not use a vinegar cleaner - quite acidic - kills weeds!
grimo
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Try a tooth brush and APC
Mr Hatcho has it on Page 1 .. spray a bit of ACF50 into a cup and with a soft brush just brush around the edges and spokes .. it seeps in everywhere. Wipe off any excess job done. 
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