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Post by v8vega on Oct 17, 2014 10:07:06 GMT -5
Ok, I'm struggling here with the white letter tires on my Goat. What's the trick to getting them white. Somebody out there must have some witch doctor concoction that works. Two tires stay pretty white, the other two are yellow.
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Post by sYc_Nova on Oct 17, 2014 10:17:12 GMT -5
There is a special paint pen to redo them. You can use Spic n Span or maybe Simple Green, but you have to very lightly wipe them or the surface will rub off.
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Post by 63vair on Oct 17, 2014 17:09:10 GMT -5
I used to use Westley's Bleche-Wite, it worked great. However, when I did a search to see if it was still available, the reviews said it was bought out by Black Magic and does not work worth a darn anymore. Some people recommended Purple Power that may or may not be available at Walmart. Personally I have been using Carbon-X. It is very popular in the aviation world, probably because it will remove exhaust stains from engine cowlings without damaging the paint. I spray it on, scrub with a nylon bristle brush, and spray off with a stream of water. The stuff is not cheap but it is concentrated so it can be diluted and go a long way. This place seems to have the best price right now: pilotshq.com/product_info.php?products_id=2623Just a note: if the white rubber is turning yellow, I don't think there is any cleaning that can be done to bring it back to white. |
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Post by chevy300deluxe on Oct 17, 2014 22:04:44 GMT -5
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Post by sYc_Nova on Oct 17, 2014 22:49:25 GMT -5
Never used it for that, but I guess it would work.
I have a couple of bottles Mark. You want me to bring it, or you just gonna buy some?
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Post by 65stang on Oct 18, 2014 17:05:58 GMT -5
Westleys Bleche White works, but use small amounts and protect your wheels or keep them wet. This hassle is half the reason I won't run white letter tires anymore.
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Post by 63cdv on Oct 18, 2014 17:26:41 GMT -5
Yeah Bleche Wite works but it will damage aluminum finishes... even if they are clear coated. I don't use it anymore. Also FYI: Car washes (automatic & wand type) use very harsh detergent that will damage aluminum finishes too. Their goal is to cut the crud as fast as possible so they get as many cars through as fast as possible. If your aluminum is a little cloudy afterwards, oh well. Unfortunately there is no substitute for mild detergent & elbow grease.
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Post by v8vega on Oct 20, 2014 14:33:40 GMT -5
Ok, well I used some brake cleaner sprayed on a rag. Seemed to work ok. I'll try the goo gone stuff next time. I have some of that.
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