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Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel

Posted By: Stump jumper

Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 03/24/24 01:57 PM

Is it safe to use? I don't see any warnings on the can.
Posted By: tmd11111

Re: Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 03/24/24 02:17 PM

yes
Posted By: hopalong

Re: Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 03/24/24 03:08 PM

yes

if it is thick I use some orange hand cleaner and brush first.
Posted By: Stump jumper

Re: Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 03/24/24 04:00 PM

Originally Posted by hopalong
yes

if it is thick I use some orange hand cleaner and brush first.

Just some 50w hub oil. Will wipe it down first.
Posted By: tmd11111

Re: Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 03/24/24 10:02 PM

After you clean them while they are dry spray them down with NAPA's Aluminum brightener. It will make them look like new. I used to use on my aluminum trailer when I had my bay boat. Stuff is amazing but wear gloves and eye protection when spraying it on.
Posted By: Stump jumper

Re: Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 03/24/24 11:57 PM

Originally Posted by tmd11111
After you clean them while they are dry spray them down with NAPA's Aluminum brightener. It will make them look like new. I used to use on my aluminum trailer when I had my bay boat. Stuff is amazing but wear gloves and eye protection when spraying it on.

Not sure anything will make galvanized wheels look good. I thought about replacing them with aluminum but it's a freakin trailer. Trailer has aluminum ibeams. I might have to try that NAPA stuff on them.
Posted By: Grasshopperglock

Re: Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 03/25/24 12:09 AM

Dish soap and vinegar. Squeeze in some hand sanitizer that's pure ethanol. Then you got yourself some Powerhouse Dawn. Vinegar is extra.


It's a zinc coating. Clean it in the shade and actually scrub it with a soft brush.









Posted By: tmd11111

Re: Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 03/25/24 12:17 AM

Originally Posted by Stump jumper
Originally Posted by tmd11111
After you clean them while they are dry spray them down with NAPA's Aluminum brightener. It will make them look like new. I used to use on my aluminum trailer when I had my bay boat. Stuff is amazing but wear gloves and eye protection when spraying it on.

Not sure anything will make galvanized wheels look good. I thought about replacing them with aluminum but it's a freakin trailer. Trailer has aluminum ibeams. I might have to try that NAPA stuff on them.


Didn't say the wheels would look good but they will look like new. If you do try that NAPA stuff make sure the surface you spray it on is dry. Let it sit for a minute they hose it off.
Posted By: gander

Re: Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 04/28/24 11:19 AM

I like this
Posted By: Stump jumper

Re: Engine degreaser on galvanized wheel - 04/28/24 12:13 PM

Originally Posted by tmd11111
Originally Posted by Stump jumper
Originally Posted by tmd11111
After you clean them while they are dry spray them down with NAPA's Aluminum brightener. It will make them look like new. I used to use on my aluminum trailer when I had my bay boat. Stuff is amazing but wear gloves and eye protection when spraying it on.

Not sure anything will make galvanized wheels look good. I thought about replacing them with aluminum but it's a freakin trailer. Trailer has aluminum ibeams. I might have to try that NAPA stuff on them.


Didn't say the wheels would look good but they will look like new. If you do try that NAPA stuff make sure the surface you spray it on is dry. Let it sit for a minute they hose it off.

I knew what you meant. Not sure why anyone would put galvanized wheels on a nice aluminum trailer. I have hated them since I bought it. I think the previous owner pinched a few pennies wherever he could.
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