Filthy Stained Wheels

[D.I.Y. Mik]

i have a set of Volks that need the inside cleaned properly

I bought these dirty, so who knows how long it been on there oxidising

tried bug and tar remover first, then bowdens wheel cleaner

im not keen to use anything too harsh and stain the rim, i dont want acid leaking between the rim and centre(disaster!)

This pic is after the bug and tar remover, the bowdens did help a little, but after several applications and scrubbing they are still very stained.

What should i try next?

[GTR-N1]

Tried Subaru UEC on a l'il patch?

It's non abrasive but clear would need to be reapplied.

[D.I.Y. Mik]

i actually have a can of that stuff somewhere, but im not sure, its pretty full on.

i may settle for this

a patch cleaned with a soft brass brush and autosol

[GTR-N1]

Let us know how the UEC goes on a nearby patch?

Yes, I use Autosol too on the exhaust.

[D.I.Y. Mik]

By the way.... has anyone ever used Subaru UEC in an RB?

[junkie]

Try Wheely Clean, it should dissolve all the stains

http://www.bowdensown.com.au/wheely-clean

Most Autobarn stores will have it

[NISSAN GTR]

This might help , depends how far you want to take it

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/topic/406788-my-attempt-refurbishing-3-piece-work-rims/

[SMOKEYV35]

I've had success on the inner barrels using a scotch pad an lightly rubbing with warm water and dish soap. It will leave some light abrasions by makes it look like a brushed finish which is better than stains IMHO!

[D.I.Y. Mik]

Got bowdens, it cleaned a bit off.

There is a clearcoat on these which has a very subtle purple/green pearl, so a full refurb would be tricky.

Scotch pad isnt strong enough

If you notice in the photo, some of the black stains have a white centre, thats the alloy corroding, its eaten right through the clear.

I have tried oven cleaner, doesnt work. thats as far as ill go with acids and stuff.

So ive just kept going with the soft brass brush and Autosol. They are becoming acceptable.

Careful inspection reveals where a previous owner used harsh chemicals, a run or two on the rim where its dissolved the clear.

Still happy with the price i paid. Very, there Rays Volks with minor imperfections.

[iruvyouskyrine]

By the way.... has anyone ever used Subaru UEC in an RB?

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/topic/425831-subaru-upper-engine-cleaner/?hl=+subaru