How to polish my Factory Wheels

SCREMNGT

SCREMNGT

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I have factory premium aluminum wheels on my 04 GT. They have always been clean and waxed, I have been told, but not positive, that these aluminum wheels are clear coated. So anyways I see my wheels are just not as shiny as I would like them to be, Lots of tiny scratches in the surface.

So the million dollar question is what to do? What is the best way to get the best shine? Is this something I should try or should I let it go to a pro?
I know I can't use metal polish if they are clear coated.
Below is a picture of the wheels I am talking about.
Thanks for everyone's advice and help
Bill
 

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ford20

ford20

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If they are clear coated I would assume a cutting compound followed by a polishing and than a wax would do the trick but IDK
 
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WNY CROFTGATEUSA

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Your picture is fuzzy but we will try to give you the best advice! The wheel looks great from what I see, a simple cleaning and wax should do it. If you have staining (deposits) of the clear coat you can try white vinegar, usually the spots are organic deposits that white vinegar should remove. If the clear is yellowed, you can try croftgateusa mega polish or mothers clear coat safe wheel cleaner.
I usually keep my old claybars for the rims, if you have a old one you can also try that, I have great results with claybars on rims! Hope it helps!
Really any paint polish with mild abrasives will help, you just dont want to use any metal polishes.
 
SCREMNGT

SCREMNGT

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Thanks for the help guys, Yeah the picture was just to show what type of rims they are.
Anyone know if they really are clear coated?
 
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