.....anybody got any secrets? The back ones are ESPECIALLY a PITA because they are so rough in texture. Help! Posted by DanA_F99_1977 (Member # 118) on :
I painted the back ones gloss black. It made it a lot easier to clean them!
[ 07. September 2003, 09:16 PM: Message edited by: DanA_F99_1977 ]
Posted by DWS44 2K2HAWK (Member # 1317) on :
AMEN...they are a PITA!
For the textured surface in the back, I got a decent sized scrub brush, the kind that has the fairly stiff bristles, but softer tips.
Dip the brush in the car wash solution, and scrub like crazy. Just going over it w/ a towel or sponge just wasnt cutting it!
[ 07. September 2003, 08:59 PM: Message edited by: DWS44 2K2HAWK ]
Posted by Scott Chab (Member # 174) on :
Simple solution... don't start cleaning them and you won't have to keep them clean!
Chab
Posted by cytruffle (Member # 1733) on :
quote:Originally posted by Scott Chab: Simple solution... don't start cleaning them and you won't have to keep them clean!
Chab
.....good solution....except that, in a 1000 pt. show 'n shine, i'll get like 900 pts. taken off!! Posted by sscamaro (Member # 1330) on :
I put Armor All on the front and spray the rear with tire dressing. It helps keep the clean and the get nice anf black.
Posted by 02BestSSyet (Member # 1998) on :
I remove the wheels for the best access to the wheel wells for cleaning. For faster cleanings I spray cleaner on wet wheel wells and let it soak in for a few minutes. I then scrub using a small brush, where I can reach, and then I rinse. Keeping them constantly clean helps the most. I try to avoid dirt, mud, water and anything else loose on the road. It pays off come time to clean!
[ 08. September 2003, 12:03 AM: Message edited by: 02BestSSyet ]
Posted by DanPazich (Member # 1352) on :
spray with simple green...rinse...if there are stubborn spots, just use a brush with stiff bristles. That should work.
Posted by cytruffle (Member # 1733) on :
Thanks, guys! I will try some of those suggestions!!
....I guess I won't mention that scrubbing the wheel wells is hell on a manicure....no sympathy here, huh!? Posted by ss_rs_z (Member # 1888) on :
You can sit back and relax cy as I would clean them for you. This way you can keep your manicure looking ssweet. Posted by SS_CarGuy (Member # 2065) on :
Check Griot's Garage on the web. He has a spray detailer that works real well to make the wheel wells look good without all that elbow grease.
Posted by MM (Member # 1247) on :
I don't drive mine in the rain so its easy to keep clean.... I will second the above post Garrots Garage has some stuff to detail the wheel wells... warning about that place. After you buy stuff from them you WILL be hooked.
Posted by JohnS (Member # 1073) on :
Shhhhh! Here's my secret car show trick, but don't tell anyone.
Paint on STP Son-of-a-Gun flat finish (not shiny)protectorant with a short bristle paint brush. It dissolves the dirt and, once it dries, it gives the wheel wells a natural clean look.
Posted by Orange 01 SS (Member # 1700) on :
I blast the puddin' out of them at the do-it-yourself pressure wash every time I wash the car. No crud under mine.
Oh, and drive around puddles. Posted by KenC (Member # 189) on :
what type of cheese do you want wit dis whine, dear?.............................................
muuahahahahahaaha
d&r
Posted by cytruffle (Member # 1733) on :
quote:Originally posted by ss_rs_z: You can sit back and relax cy as I would clean them for you. This way you can keep your manicure looking ssweet.
You got yourself a deal, Mr. ss_rs_z! Hmmmm.....you're in Michigan, I'm in Texas.....let's both drive to St. Louis!! Posted by cytruffle (Member # 1733) on :
quote:Originally posted by KenC: what type of cheese do you want wit dis whine, dear?.............................................
muuahahahahahaaha
d&r
.....certainly not goat cheese....... Posted by ss_rs_z (Member # 1888) on :
Sounds good to me cy as I am on vacation this week. I know I can do a great job. Posted by DaddySS (Member # 848) on :
quote:Originally posted by JohnS: Shhhhh! Here's my secret car show trick, but don't tell anyone.
Paint on STP Son-of-a-Gun flat finish (not shiny)protectorant with a short bristle paint brush. It dissolves the dirt and, once it dries, it gives the wheel wells a natural clean look.
Bingo!!!! We have a winner. This is what I do. It works great.
Posted by RagSS (Member # 1127) on :
...sent you a PM.
Duplicolor "Truck Bed coating" ...
Use this AFTER you clean them. Semi-gloss appearance, durable, ..and easy to keep clean.
(available at Walmart...)
Kevin
[ 09. September 2003, 01:35 PM: Message edited by: RagSS ]
Posted by westell (Member # 2034) on :
quote:Originally posted by cytruffle: Thanks, guys! I will try some of those suggestions!!
....I guess I won't mention that scrubbing the wheel wells is hell on a manicure....no sympathy here, huh!?
there's some sharp edges in the back. cut my hands more than once.
i usually armor all the back, works until they get dirty again and again, ad nauseam
Posted by Hawkeye (Member # 88) on :
quote:Originally posted by KenC: what type of cheese do you want wit dis whine, dear?.............................................
muuahahahahahaaha
d&r
From a guy who's car has never even seen a cloud!
Posted by RagSS (Member # 1127) on :
Cy, Here are some pics of the rear wells with the Duplicolor brushed on. Due to the flash they look A LOT glossier than they really are, ...it's more of a semi-gloss appearance.
Kevin
Posted by T TOPSS (Member # 1674) on :
I also followed the same route as Kevy Raggs and love how easy they clean up...more of a slick finish and much shinier than that tar gunk they use at factory. Layed it on thick enough to fill in wrinkly cracks and brushed out edges for a more finished look along lower rockers too...
Posted by 2002Z4CSS (Member # 1393) on :
I just use the garden hose and a nylon brush with soap and water.
[ 10. September 2003, 06:29 AM: Message edited by: 2002Z4CSS ]
Posted by cytruffle (Member # 1733) on :
Wow!! Lots of great suggestions for me to try!! First thing I'm going to buy is a brush....really liked the ones on the Griot's Garage site...
And I really appreciate the pictures, Mr. RagSS and Mr. 2002Z4CSS! Both look great!....now hmmmm....must get those wheels off.....
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