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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:18 PM
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is windex safe for rims?

i have some oem 19s. im wondering if windex is safe to use on my rims?
i dont want to water them down since where im currently at i dont think we are allowed to use much water >.> anyhow, i need something simple. and i think windex is the simplest form since i would just spray it on and wipe away,
any info is much appreciated.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:20 PM
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You could just go to the auto parts store and get some wheel cleaner..............
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:22 PM
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windex is for glass
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:23 PM
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don't use spray on wheel cleaners thinking you can just wipe it off. most need to be hosed off vigorously or it will ultimately stain the wheels. wheel quick detailers are a different story.

OP, just use soap & water. use a bucket if folks hassle you for bringing out the hose.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:29 PM
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they too cheap to let you use the hose ..???
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:31 PM
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its a complex, i used to live somewhere else but here in cali, we cant abuse the water lol. plus i dont pay for the water bill so i guess thats a thing too. a bucket of water and soap will have to do lol
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:34 PM
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wtf....your water bill might be 20 cents more for using the hose

amazing!!

spend $5 and spend 20 cents jeez!

are you gonna use eazy off on your motor also?
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by blazeplacid
wtf....your water bill might be 20 cents more for using the hose

amazing!!

spend $5 and spend 20 cents jeez!

are you gonna use eazy off on your motor also?
i dont pay for the water.... as i stated above. its a complex.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:42 PM
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:59 PM
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meguiars quick detail spary is safe for the wheels; very mild and cleans well. just spray and wipe off.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 05:05 PM
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is it ok to use wax on them? i have always wondered lol
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 05:07 PM
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Get some ONR and create a quick detail formula. It works well on the OEM wheels in my experience.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 05:26 PM
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I have used winded for already clean wheels. Doubt it would do anything for dirty ones,

Drive to a car wash....that's what they are for. Use the bay, spray the wheels and have a buddy scrub
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 07:02 PM
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That's a first I ever heard.. Windex? Lol. Tons of wheel cleaner options out there
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 08:32 PM
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Glass cleaner is good for these:

 
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