Hey guys just got my Torque Thrust IIs mounted and I'm wondering what the best thing to use would be in order to keep them polished.

Lots of stuff is going on with the El so maybe I'll post a little update with pictures later on :cool:

Mothers.

Check out Zoops also. They have a nice coating to keep aluminum and billett pieces from ever needing polished again.

www.zoops.com

John 8)

Those wheels should have a clear coating; use a good carnuba wax.

Those wheels should have a clear coating; use a good carnuba wax.


I did that and it turned out better than it was, but it seemed to make them a little more hazy looking than before and I did get all the wax of I thought. Are you sure they have a clear coat? I didn't know that. It would be nice though :)

Torque Thrust II's are polished and do not have a clear protective coating applied at the factory.

They will take elbow grease as they get older.

Trust me, I asked before I bought mine. The alternative was to get the chrome plated TT's for almst double the price.

John

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/545033/TTII.JPG

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/545033/Sideview.JPG

Well they're good enough for now. I just wiped them off, but figured I'll need something better for the future. Here are some pics I took. My blower's manifold got messed up. Once my new one comes and gets installed I can take it out for some better pictures :cool:



Front (http://elcaminocentral.com/modules.php?set_albumName=album248&id=TTIIs_033&op=modload&name=Gallery&file=index&include=view_photo.php)

Rear (http://elcaminocentral.com/modules.php?set_albumName=album248&id=TTIIs_034&op=modload&name=Gallery&file=index&include=view_photo.php)

Mrapii is right. They SHOULD have a clearcoat, but they don't. Which prompts the question, Has anyone had any successful experience applying an after-market clearcoat?

I've always had a lot of respect for youse guys who love to polish those rims, but you see, I've got this medical problem. All that rubbing makes me sick! Take care..

ANy non-abrasive polish will work to get them shiny. Then apply at least three layers of a good polish such as Zaino Z2 or Meguiar's NXT to protect them. Aftere that it is just simple maintainance to keep them up. I use window cleaner to keep off the brake dust and shine them up. Reapply polish every couple of months.

What is MOST important is not to use an old towel or tee shirt. Use a proper detailing towel as the wrong thing will scratch your wheels real fast.

Hey 86

The best product i have used..Works the best!

http://www.mothers.com/products/productcatalog/productpix/05106.jpg

From the website "Mothers"

Mothers® Billet Metal Polish takes our world famous metal polish technology to a whole new level. State of the art cleaners and cutting edge formulation give your billet, forged and finely cast aluminum, brass and other polishable metals the absolute finest finish available — guaranteed. If you’ve spent big bucks on quality metal accessories, step up to a polish worthy of your investment.

Hey 86

The best product i have used..Works the best!

http://www.mothers.com/products/productcatalog/productpix/05106.jpg

From the website "Mothers"

Mothers® Billet Metal Polish takes our world famous metal polish technology to a whole new level. State of the art cleaners and cutting edge formulation give your billet, forged and finely cast aluminum, brass and other polishable metals the absolute finest finish available — guaranteed. If you’ve spent big bucks on quality metal accessories, step up to a polish worthy of your investment.

^ Its me 86

Talk Later, Jim

"jims78elky"

Mother's has a product called Mag & Aluminum polish that shines and protects, and works pretty good.

I would like to know if anyone has tryed the spray on protectant. I have heard that it cost about $100 and it will last for about 2-3 years.

My TT's did not have a clear coat...........just polished aluminum!

I just ordered some Zoops for my new TT II's.

http://zoops.com/zoopseal.asp

The stuff works!

John 8)

Thanks guys for all the advice. Might have to invest in a few of your products Leo

I just heard some excellent reviews and praise for Poorboys Wheel Sealant. Testers have said their wheels are easily hosed off and stay clean after 2 or 3 coats. http://www.poorboysworld.com/wheel-sealant.htm

I might look into that. I just bought some Mother's Billet so I'll see how that works when I get around to cleaning the Camino up.

i used blue magic on my engle alloys works awsome the shine last weeks
had this bottle for a while stuff works wonders on all it claims , hands down
:nanawoot:

BLUE MAGIC WORKS GREAT, STILL SHINEING AFTER A MONTH AN A 1/2
WITH ELBOW GREASE, GOING TO TRY THE FLITZ BALL NEXT, CANT WAIT