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Tire sidewall care

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by joesTundra, Sep 22, 2018.

  1. Sep 22, 2018 at 5:14 PM
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    joesTundra

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    having difficulty with my side that look rusty looking. I have been using three different rim cleaners and whiter wash on side wall. I do
    believe it is the rim cleaner it the brands that turn red or purple or pink or like a jel anyone experiencing the same problems. I do not
    iuse and tire dressing. thanks for the help
     
  2. Sep 22, 2018 at 5:18 PM
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    Prostar 190

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    I only use Simple green on my tires and they always look good.
     
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    Aerospace 303
     
  4. Sep 27, 2018 at 8:11 AM
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    This is gonna happen with tires unfortunately. What I use is Mother’s Foaming Tire and Wheel Cleaner. It’s available at Walmart and auto parts stores.
    Spray it on the tire, scrub with a brush, and spray it off. You may have to repeat it if they’re pretty bad.
    It will come back periodically. I don’t know of anything that will permanently stop it.

    A good tire dressing like Waxaddict or Meguair’s Gel will help keep it from showing so much.
     
  5. Sep 27, 2018 at 8:12 AM
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    I like aerospace 303
     
  6. Sep 30, 2018 at 10:25 AM
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    I use Adam's polishes tire and rubber cleaner, never a issue. Look em up.

    -Jason
     

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