I am just what is the best way to clean wheels on an slk 230 1998 I beleive they are brushed aluminum.

You want to use a product called P21s wheel cleaner. Do not use anything caustic. Your wheels are painted.
Here is a link to the product. don't know about the site, just did a google search for the name. The gel works the best.

http://www.autopia-carcare.com/p21-105g.html

Dave

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Thank you I will try that.