What did I do to this Alloy wheel and How can I fix it?

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I sprayed it with tire foam - and one wheel I can't get this off of!!
Ideas? I used wheel cleaner and soap and water (car shampoo, a brush.) Help!!!! Thanks.
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If the wheel is clear coated I might try some DP Wheel Glaze on it. It is mild yet has some good cleaning ability. If the wheel is just plan aluminum I just got some P21s Polishing Soap (thanks Truls) and it works great on uncoated Aluminum.
 
I don't know if it's coated or not, but we think it is polished.
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ltoman said:
I don't know if it's coated or not, but we think it is polished.
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If you not sure start with something mild. You can always use something stronger if it does not work. I'm sure some other forum members will have some good suggestions.
 
Were the wheels hot?.....if so always let the wheels cool.
Personally, the first thing I would do is steam them and go from there.
Clearcoated? Check the same as you would paint. Does your applicator turn black?
One thing I insist on at the shop...if you spray anything on the tires make sure you have a wheel shield over the wheel.
 
3Dog said:
Were the wheels hot?.....if so always let the wheels cool.
Personally, the first thing I would do is steam them and go from there.
Clearcoated? Check the same as you would paint. Does your applicator turn black?
One thing I insist on at the shop...if you spray anything on the tires make sure you have a wheel shield over the wheel.
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now, they weren't hot... and this only happened to one, but i am expected to fix it!!! i will be trying out every idea you guys throw at me. we are due to sell that van this spring and i have funked up a wheel!!!
waaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i just sprayed them with aa tire foam - got lazy......so no applicator..uhh
tried to clean them with eagle one wheel cleaner - nope. no ammonia - safe for all kin of wheelsds, it says - they make like 4 versions - still ugly.:o
 
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Why would you want to spray tire foam on wheels?

Wheels should get a good wheel cleaner, like DP, Pinnacle, or Wolfgang.

These cleaners are soft and safe.

Try polishing that off with Meguiar's NXT all metal polish (is available OTC).
 
supercharged said:
Why would you want to spray tire foam on wheels?

Wheels should get a good wheel cleaner, like DP, Pinnacle, or Wolfgang.

These cleaners are soft and safe.

Try polishing that off with Meguiar's NXT all metal polish (is available OTC).
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I think the foam splattered. i only sprayed the tires, of course.

It is the old beater, so I was finishing off some stuff I had. It did not hurt the 3 other cars I used it on. But it did not fix this either..........
off to auto zone for metal poish!
gracias!:D
 
Before I would use a metal polish I would try something like AIO.
 
RFulmer said:
Before I would use a metal polish I would try something like AIO.
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Well, we shall see what works!
Thank you all much.
NEVER had that happen before.
lol
oh well......
I will work on it!:grouphug:
 
Hey Lauren, I've had amazing results with stains on wheels like that with DP Gel Wheel Cleaner. Let me know if this works for you. I'm currently out, otherwise I'd send you a sample:(
 
dengood1 said:
Hey Lauren, I've had amazing results with stains on wheels like that with DP Gel Wheel Cleaner. Let me know if this works for you. I'm currently out, otherwise I'd send you a sample:(
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that is sweet of you, dennis.
just another good excuse to order, right? guess i wil get to it now!!! lol

lauren;)
 
Hi Lauren.

Just saw your post, I have had good results using WENOL Metal Polish. Very easy to use. It quickly removes surface rust, oxidation, stains, hard water spots and soap stains. Let me know if it works for you. Good luck.
 
after looking at the pics more, i think i remember wheels like that from work and i believe they are indeed coated, atleast on the shiny face. may also want to try Nevr dull if nothing else is working for you, you can get this locally at auto parts stores and i think walmart
 
AH ha!! Thank you all for being so kind!:righton:
I tried Klasse AIO - gone, just like that! Whew, what a relief.Im the MAN :awesome: Im the MAN :awesome:
Otherwise my husband was going to be very upset!!!!:(

Thank you all again - now I know so much more I can pass it on to others too when the occasion calls for it.;)

I love you guys - you rock!!
:cheers:
Lauren
Happy Camper​
 
Klasse AIO is packed with the powers of the "Force".

Glad you got it cleaned off.
 
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