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Old Oct 21, 2004 | 02:15 PM
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While visiting JDN in Dallas I noticed how well maintained and clean his rims were.
I was surprised he just dusts them off and cleans them with a brush and water...

Tried it today...following Jimbos tip about dusting off with Swiffer, I proceeded to
clean the rims with water and a soft brush. I was able to get deep in the rim walls
with the brush with the water running at a gentle pace over the brush.
Was surprised how much brake dust had accumulated. In 20mins I was finished
and definately impressed with the result considering all I used was some water.
I reckon once a week - should keep my rims in showroom condition!!

Nice one Jim!!

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Old Oct 21, 2004 | 02:26 PM
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nice job !
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Old Oct 21, 2004 | 02:41 PM
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Works for me, Andy. Just don't let them get tooooo dirty before the rinse and brushing.
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Old Oct 21, 2004 | 03:10 PM
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Yea Swiffer!
Good job.
If you use a Cal. Mini-duster before they get too dirty, you can do with out the water.
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Old Oct 22, 2004 | 12:26 AM
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Originally Posted by JDN' date='Oct 22 2004, 12:41 AM
Works for me, Andy. Just don't let them get tooooo dirty before the rinse and brushing.
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Check! Will do...
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Old Oct 22, 2004 | 12:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Jimbo' date='Oct 22 2004, 01:10 AM
Yea Swiffer!
Good job.
If you use a Cal. Mini-duster before they get too dirty, you can do with out the water.
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Jimbo, this is Holland !! I get drenched in rain for most part of the year - I gonna
use water like hell and get my blood back!!

PS . Nice tip on the Swiffer, used it inside as well on the interior. Just perfect!
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Old Oct 23, 2004 | 02:28 AM
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I need to buy the swiffers too.. This time I'm gonna go to the supermarkt with my wife to find them!!
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Old Oct 24, 2004 | 09:05 PM
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nice, ill try that also
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Old Oct 31, 2004 | 08:41 PM
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Andy,

Just curious about what kind of brush you used...how long? Did it reach the entire rim? I ask only because I like to clean the entire interior of the wheel.
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Old Oct 31, 2004 | 10:16 PM
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i used swiffer the other day w/four very dirty rims . but the result was pretty good . i'm sure it could be better if i have cleaner rims <_<.
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