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Old 10-01-04 | 06:11 PM
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Rim cleaners. Help please!!!

What other than simple green is a good rim cleaner? How does rubbing alcohol compare? Also are any citrus products effective like goo gone (a product I like to use for many things but havn't tried on my rims yet). What about a quick sanding?
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Old 10-01-04 | 06:51 PM
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no i wouldnt sand my rims
try cleain the brake pads
you might be able to give them a quick sand
i use rubbing alcohol on my rims and my pads
works for me
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Old 10-01-04 | 07:03 PM
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I just sanded the pads. But I don't know what to do with my rim. I know I don't have the best brake set up but i want to maximize the performance. I know how to tune my brakes for optimum contact.
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Old 10-01-04 | 07:12 PM
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You could just use 1 part vinager(sp?) and one part water.. mix it in a bowl and put a paper towel in there and rub your rims.. you dont want to use all that crazy stuf.. i've heard of simple green getting into the rim and caroding it and I dont think that would be a pleasent experience. So stay away from the harsh cleaners.. you dont need to strip the finish off them, just get the dust and gook and what-not off them..
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