Cleaning the inside of wheels - Honda Pilot

smithjason · 04-28-2007, 05:03 PM

I need a good way to keep the "backsides"(insides) of my wheels clean. Any suggestions?

rlapid · 04-28-2007, 05:55 PM

i use a sponge and just try to squeeze my fingers through all the little spaces between the spokes. i can't get to the deeper parts, but nobody sees that anyway.

maybe you could remove the entire wheel...

smithjason · 04-28-2007, 06:09 PM

Thanks. I'm thinking about soething I can do at tire rotation time when the wheeels are off. A polish of some kind to help keep oxidation down.

smithjason · 04-29-2007, 01:55 PM

Ran across some good advice today:

Clean the inside of the wheel with a scuff pad (Scotchbrite pad) and wax the inside of the wheel. It will keep it clean and prevent ocidation.

Looks great!

kuota · 05-03-2007, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by smithjason
Ran across some good advice today:

Clean the inside of the wheel with a scuff pad (Scotchbrite pad) and wax the inside of the wheel. It will keep it clean and prevent ocidation.

Looks great!

i wouldn't recommend scotchbrite pads as you run the risk of scratching the clear coat on the wheels. Clear coat failure can lead to oxidation of the aluminum wheels.

Detailing clay works wonders in removing baked brake dust. Once it is cleaned you can apply polish and sealant.

smithjason · 05-03-2007, 10:27 PM

Thanks for the tip. I verified with the Honda dealer that the insides of the wheels are not sealed, this the fast pitting and oxidation (this Pilot is only 3 months old).

I'll treat them with care.

Nathan @ NBO · 05-07-2007, 11:08 PM

Why not just clean them and apply some clear coat, possibly the engine enamel type (high heat)

04-28-2007, 05:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
smithjason Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 4 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Cleaning the inside of wheels I need a good way to keep the "backsides"(insides) of my wheels clean. Any suggestions?

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rlapid Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: West Sacramento, California Posts: 847 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i use a sponge and just try to squeeze my fingers through all the little spaces between the spokes. i can't get to the deeper parts, but nobody sees that anyway. maybe you could remove the entire wheel... __________________ 2006 Pilot EX-LN 4WD \| Taffeta White \| "Amelia" OEM accessories: chrome side steps, crossbars, cargo tray, cargo cover, wheel locks, rear splash guards, door edge guards, full-size spare Aftermarket accessories: Yakima Big Powderhound, LED license plate and door bulbs, Infinity 6012i speakers, 4300k HID, 35% tint, Nokya yellow fogs + yellow Lamin-X

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04-28-2007, 06:09 PM	#3 (permalink)
smithjason Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 4 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thanks. I'm thinking about soething I can do at tire rotation time when the wheeels are off. A polish of some kind to help keep oxidation down.

04-29-2007, 01:55 PM	#4 (permalink)
smithjason Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 4 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Ran across some good advice today: Clean the inside of the wheel with a scuff pad (Scotchbrite pad) and wax the inside of the wheel. It will keep it clean and prevent ocidation. Looks great!

05-03-2007, 10:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
smithjason Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 4 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thanks for the tip. I verified with the Honda dealer that the insides of the wheels are not sealed, this the fast pitting and oxidation (this Pilot is only 3 months old). I'll treat them with care.

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