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Old 01-23-03, 03:51 AM
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Hello.

My LS400 wheels are aluminum and there are some hard water marks on them. i can't seem to get rid of them using wheel cleaners and whatnot.

does anyone know to remove those marks from aluminum wheels?
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try diluted CLR from target or hard ware stores...hard water has mineral and you need to braek them down first
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Nevr-Dull or Eagle One Mag&Aluminum Polish
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thanks guys.

gs4will: CLR means cleaner?

Daddy-o: where can i purchase those?
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CLR is a brand of cleaner to remove Calcium, Lime, & Rust. I believe it comes in a green spray bottle. I've never seen it used on wheels, but it might be worth a try.
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Use Amazing Roll-off. This product works wonders, plus it does not contain any acid, which can damage your rims.

After using Amazing Roll-off, try Wheel Wax. Nice shine, nice protectant, plus it makes your rims easier to clean.

Hope this helps.

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Nevr-Dull or Eagle One Mag&Aluminum Polish are available at most auto stores or auto departments.
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Do you know if those Nevr-Dull or eagle one works on the repaired wheel? One of my wheel has begun to have "white-cloud" or dull. Don't know if these will work? Thanks....
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try car wax.

This should remove mild water marks and prevents dust from sticking to wheels also.

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