Wheel and Tire Clean-Up

Tires

These tires were pretty stained, so we had to apply a good amount of elbow grease to get through it. Part of the problem is simple deterioration and the drying out of the tire's sidewall. We used a high-quality car-washing detergent and a stiff bristle brush. You can also use a brass bristle brush if the tire really needs some scrubbing.


After cleaning, dry the wheel and tire off prior to applying any kind of tire preservative. We like to use a sponge with a wipe-on paste rather than spraying the tire and having to clean up the wheel again. You can get tire preservatives in a variety of formulas and forms, and there are some that actually have less sheen now. You may need to roll the car forward or back to get to the bottom of the tire where it rests on the ground.