I was cleaning my wheels today and noticed some spots on one of them. It looks like water spots, but they don't come off. What causes this? Is there a way to get this out? Any recommendations? It really looks crappy....

 

Have you used a wheel cleaner or took it to a car wash?

 

Hard water?
An acidic cleaner?

 

I cleaned each wheel today, that is how I noticed it. I used some wheel cleaner , and when I bought it I carefully read the label to make sure it was safe - and it is good for any wheel type. Though I noticed the spots after I did a general wash and when I got to that wheel to clean it individually - so it was before I used the wheel cleaner - and that didn't even work. Maybe I need to actually polish the aluminum. I just wanted to see if anyone had experienced this....

 

those spots look alot like when my dad left his car out side and the sprinker hit his wheel and after it dry up..

 

In AZ it is most likely to be "hard water spots" I would try diluted vinegar or windex. BTW Volk recommends use only soap and water to clean wheels to avoid ruining the finish.