MAXC55

I just removed the wheels from the C55 for the winter wheel set up and realized the inside of the rim has brake dust that appears to be pitting the inside of the rim. I clean the inside of the rim the best I can each and every time I wash the car but this pitting has occurred and wont come off easily.

I have tried waxing and many cleaning solutions. Has anyone discovered a trick to removing this annoying mess?

Thanks for your input.

mercdream

I had that in two of my wheels w203 180k ,less than a 2years old with24k miles ,dealer replaced under warranty (ps probably they will say never happened before!!
i do clean my car also regularly too

320 dreamer

try meguires wheel cleaner and a medium brush. let it set for a few minutew. may not get it all off but worked well on my oems which had yrs of buildup before i got them

Viper98912

fyi, wheel cleaners can tarnish and stain the finish on brake calipers. careful how you spray it.

I just use soap and water, and a brush if necessary. for the inside of the wheel, a good rubdown is good enough for me. unless you're at a show, no one's looking at the inside of your wheels.

TemjinX2

just make sure you use a wheel cleaner that is clear coat friendly. Meguiars is what i use as well.

1Lop2K5C

I used this stuff call P21S for my aftermarket and OEM wheels. Its the best stuff I have used yet. Suppose to be easier on the clear coat.

Phil C55

+1 on P21S, it's made in Germany and will not stain wheels like some cleaners that clain to be safe for all finishes. I use Wheel Wax too, it will get any brake dust off that can be removed and leaves the wheels slick and brake dust doesn't stick. The only problem with Wheel Wax, is if you do go ahead and use a painted wheel cleaner instead of just soap and water, the cleaner will remove the Wheel Wax as well.

AlanG

I have had good luck with eagle 1 wheel and tire cleaner. I know it has mixed reviews on the web, but has always worked great for me (note:I have never had anything other than oem wheels, so I have never tried it on diffent finishes). Might be a good thing to use, especially for the inside of your wheels.