GM Chrome Clad Rims.

[86lxjunker]

Hi Guys - I have a quick question. I just got my kit today and I also ordered the Green Wheel Cleaner.

 

Is it safe to use on GM Chrome Clad rims - my 09 Malibu has 18" Chrome Clad and was wondering what the best method is to clean them.

 

I have been just washing them with soap & water and have NOT been using any products on them, because I know they are not true chrome.

 

Whats the safest cleaner to utilize ?

 

(I used search to no avail)

 

Thanks

[Z71_Denali]

yes its safe! treat it just as you would painted wheels.

 

if you put QS on the wheels, stick to car shampoo mixed with water in a bottle with a foaming sprayer. it'll make the sealant last longer.

[BlueGenCoupe]

What Kit did you get?

 

Your best bet would be green wheel cleaner with the turbo stick. On my matte black rims, i use the adams shampoo and the merino wash mit.

[86lxjunker]

Thanks for the quick replies - I bought the PC premium kit with a side order of Green Wheel cleaner and Quick sealant.

[mc2hill]

If soap and water has been cleaning them to your satisfaction, then keep using that. As Ryan said, using pre-mixed shampoo with a foaming sprayer makes it even easier! If they are very dirty, then step up to the GWC.

Least aggressive product first!

[Chewy]

If soap and water has been cleaning them to your satisfaction, then keep using that. As Ryan said, using pre-mixed shampoo with a foaming sprayer makes it even easier! If they are very dirty, then step up to the GWC.

Least aggressive product first!

 

This is how I cleaned the wheels on all my vehicles last year! Not once did I need GWC, but I do a LOT of highway driving with my G8.

 

GWC is a GREAT product, but it's like polishing. Only use a the product that gives you the results you need while being less destructive to the finish.

[Chris@Adams]

Adam's Green Wheel Cleaner - 36 oz Is safe on your clad rims.

Regular washing is key on any wheel surface, to keep brake dust down.