White walls... your tips on cleaning

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kite surfer

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Getting a good bit of oil spattered on my tire whitewalls. Looking for your tricks, cleaners, and tips on getting them nice and white again, and keeping them that way. I tried a few household cleaners with less than stellar results.
 

Venice Motor Bikes

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Most auto parts stores sell spray cleaner specifically for white wall tires.
Just read the instructions carefully & remember to wear protective gloves & glasses because that stuff really burns if it touches your skin!!
 

Chaz

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I'm a bit old school. I've used sos pads and water to clean and then car wax to help keep the white walls from absorbing any new oil stains.

I haven't tried any of the newer products.
 

Allen_Wrench

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I have all-white tires. I just use a spray-bottle of white vinegar and a wash cloth, and I keep a bowl of water next to me to rinse the cloth now and then. Works great for me.