Best wheel cleaner for Aluminum?

98 svt · Jul 28, 2020

I have a set of True Forged Vector wheels. Great wheels, but raw aluminum is just a pain in the ass to keep nice. Thinking I may pick up something different over the winter.
I ceramic coated them 2 years ago, and Im sure they could use it again. Im going to wait until the season is over though.

Im looking for a good quality wheel cleaner that is 100% safe. Anything that will actually increase the shine?
Also, what is recommended for an aluminum polish?

triple-s · Jul 28, 2020

I've tried a couple of them and to me blue magic works the best.

NastyGT500 · Jul 28, 2020

I've always liked Blue Magic. Works well.

I use Adam's and McKee's37 metal polishes.

For wheel cleaner, you need to be careful, specifically if they are 'bare/polished' aluminum. Some wheel cleaners could etch, cloud, discolor, etc your wheels.

You may just have to wash them really good with your car shampoo then get to town with the metal polish.

If they need some 'extra' cleaning other than your regular regime, Adam's Eco Wheel Cleaner will do it.

98 svt · Jul 28, 2020

Thanks guys.
You don't think the wheels are safe to spray anything onto, even after wetting the wheel? Thats why I asked. I'm a little worried myself.

Norton · Jul 28, 2020

NastyGT500 said:
I've always liked Blue Magic. Works well.

I use Adam's and McKee's37 metal polishes.

For wheel cleaner, you need to be careful, specifically if they are 'bare/polished' aluminum. Some wheel cleaners could etch, cloud, discolor, etc your wheels.

You may just have to wash them really good with your car shampoo then get to town with the metal polish.

If they need some 'extra' cleaning other than your regular regime, Adam's Eco Wheel Cleaner will do it.

Nailed it.

98 svt said:
Thanks guys.
You don't think the wheels are safe to spray anything onto, even after wetting the wheel? Thats why I asked. I'm a little worried myself.

Like @NastyGT500 said, Adam's Eco Wheel Cleaner is probably the safest thing next to plain car shampoo.

SLOWBRA · Jul 28, 2020

I use Adams on my TF wheels. Never tried the EVO, but will buy some.

Mine are a total PIA to clean with the assembly bolts and design. Love the look, but my hands and body can’t take the cleaning. I’ve contemplated getting something else that doesn’t require the maintenance. Wish I would have gotten these in chrome!

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Best wheel cleaner for Aluminum?

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