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Old 05-28-03 | 08:32 PM
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Question polished lip.....

What is the best way to clean a polished lip? Are there any dressings, etc. to give it an extra shine?
Old 05-28-03 | 10:09 PM
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The Blitz look sharp!!!

Are you talking about your Blitz wheels? Most Japanese wheels have their outer rims clear anodized, so they are not particularly shiny, even when new. I found this to be the case on my Racing Sparco RR wheels on my MR2.

Unfortunately, there's not much you can do to "shine them up" if the outers are clearcoated or anodized...
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i think my blitz are too shiny..and too bling bling



Old 05-29-03 | 12:16 AM
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like most JDM wheels, Blitz wheels are clear coated..just soap + water..blot dry...no need for anything..esp NO harsh cleaning chemical..it will destroy/discolor the finish
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Thanks for the replies and compliments. I new that Japanese rims weren't as shiny (esp. the Japanese chrome). I odn't particularly want it bling-bling (not a fan of that), but just curious. I've been washing them w/ soap and water and I guess thats how it'll stay. Thanks guys.
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Originally posted by MyLexusSC300
Thanks for the replies and compliments. I new that Japanese rims weren't as shiny (esp. the Japanese chrome). I odn't particularly want it bling-bling (not a fan of that), but just curious. I've been washing them w/ soap and water and I guess thats how it'll stay. Thanks guys.
my lips ARE chromed..thats why they are super shiny...i was just making a joke

but yeah ilike the chromeon my blitz
Old 05-30-03 | 04:35 AM
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some people apply car wax on their lips without complaints of problems. feeling slightly adventurous?
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