Wheel well cleaning

Motivation? More like an incurable disease that began with the 911 RS replica that I built in the late 80's and then showed it in PCA Concours shows (and running it in track events). If something isn't exactly perfect mechanically and cosmetically, I can't sleep at night.

For example, I removed the 928 rear spring/shocks to disassemble/clean/refinish; not to replace the wheel bearings and take apart the CV joints would have troubled me to no end. Might as well pull down the exhaust system while I'm at it so I could properly apply the stainless steel coating and replace the O2 sensor. Will it ever end?

Wheel wells...wheels. Got to take them off to get to the other.

I put these Speedline 3-piece Alessio wheels on the car in 1995, and they were still intact in 2013 when I bought my car back from the current owner. However, like the undercarriage, it was just driven. Neglected is a strong word.

I'm replacing all the wheel bolts (good thing as they were rusted!) and then cleaning/polishing them. Nothing but elbow grease and some great chemicals.

I did 2 hard passes with Meguiar's 'Rain Spot Remover' to erase the surface oxidation of the rims, and then 2 final polishes with 'Flitz' polish, which is unlike anything I've ever used! Unbelievably great product that absolutely works!

Bob

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"Anyone want to buy a gallon can of Acetone, Lacquer thinner or Mineral Spirits? (tried them all.....)"

Get a quart of Dexron VI, mix with a quart of acetone, and have a lifetime supply of the best penetrant oil available.

Always good to have some solvents around - just be aware of the fire hazard.