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Polishing

Discover a full lineup of semi truck polishing kits, tools, and accessories. From buffing wheels to rouge bars, waxes, felt bobs, goblets, detailers, and cleaning essentials, we've got everything you need to keep your ride shining like new at 4 State Trucks.
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    5 Inch DIA 1000 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    5 Inch DIA 1000 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    ZEPHYR

    Now: $19.75
    Was: $59.99
    Adhesive 100 Grit Sanding Disc* High Quality Adhesive Sanding Disk* 5 Inch Diameter* 1000 Grit* Made In USA* Sold Individually* Warranty On Adhesive Sanding Disks Against Defects In Workmanship &...
    09-17010038
    SKU:
    09-17010038
    Diameter Options:
    5 Inch
    Color:
    Blue
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Make:
    Universal Items
    Product Type:
    Polishing
    Ready To Ship:
    Yes
    Now: $19.75
    Was: $59.99
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    5 Inch DIA 800 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    5 Inch DIA 800 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    ZEPHYR

    $44.67
    Adhesive 800 Grit Sanding Disc* High Quality Adhesive Sanding Disk* 5 Inch Diameter* 800 Grit * Made In USA* Sold Individually* Warranty On Adhesive Sanding Disks Against Defects In Workmanship &...
    09-17010037
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    09-17010037
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    5 Inch
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    Universal Items
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    Polishing
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    $44.67
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    5 Inch DIA 600 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    5 Inch DIA 600 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    ZEPHYR

    Now: $31.27
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    Adhesive 600 Grit Sanding Disc* High Quality Adhesive Sanding Disk* 5 Inch Diameter* 600 Grit* Made In USA* Sold Individually* Warranty On Adhesive Sanding Disks Against Defects In Workmanship &...
    09-17010036
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    09-17010036
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    5 Inch
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    Universal Items
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    Polishing
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    Now: $31.27
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    5 Inch DIA 500 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    5 Inch DIA 500 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    ZEPHYR

    Now: $31.27
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    Adhesive 500 Grit Sanding Disc* High Quality Adhesive Sanding Disk* 5 Inch Diameter* 500 Grit* Made In USA* Sold Individually* Warranty On Adhesive Sanding Disks Against Defects In Workmanship &...
    09-17010035
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    09-17010035
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    5 Inch
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    Universal Items
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    Polishing
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    5 Inch DIA 400 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    5 Inch DIA 400 Grit Sanding Disk -Adhesive

    ZEPHYR

    Now: $31.27
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    Adhesive 400 Grit Sanding Disc* High Quality Adhesive Sanding Disk* 5 Inch Diameter* 400 Grit* Made In USA* Sold Individually* Warranty On Adhesive Sanding Disks Against Defects In Workmanship &...
    09-17010034
    SKU:
    09-17010034
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    5 Inch
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    Universal Items
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    Polishing
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    14 INCH X 1-1/4 Buff & Blend Prep Disc For Polishing Machines & Pedestal Buffers

    14 INCH X 1-1/4 Buff & Blend Prep Disc For Polishing Machines & Pedestal Buffers

    ZEPHYR

    $70.99
    Medium Surface Prep Disc* High Quality Surface Prep Disc* 14 Inch X 1-1/4 Inch* 2 Ply Disc* No Compound Is Used With The Buff And Blend Wheel* For Use With Commercial And Industrial Free-Standing...
    09-17010033
    SKU:
    09-17010033
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    14 Inch
    Shape Options:
    Round
    Material Options:
    Cloth
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    Universal Items
    Product Type:
    Polishing
    $70.99
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    14 Inch 2 Ply Coarse Surface Prep Disc For Polishing Machines & Pedestal Buffers

    14 Inch 2 Ply Coarse Surface Prep Disc For Polishing Machines & Pedestal Buffers

    ZEPHYR

    $88.99
    Buff & Blend 14 Inch Coarse Surface Prep Disc* High Quality Coarse Surface Prep Disc* 14 Inch* For Use With Commercial And Industrial Free-Standing Polishing Machines And Pedestal Buffers* Coarse...
    09-17010032
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    09-17010032
    Color:
    Black
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    14 Inch
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    Cloth
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    Universal Items
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    Polishing
    $88.99
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    Z-Ball Polishing Ball Kit

    Z-Ball Polishing Ball Kit

    ZEPHYR

    $27.02
    3 Inch Goblet Buff W/ 8 Inch Extender* High Quality Polishing Ball Kit* 3 Inch * Goblet Buff With 8 Inch Extender* Designed For Wheel Polishing And Other Hard To Reach Places* Please Note The Smooth...
    09-17010031
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    09-17010031
    Truck Class:
    Universal
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    Universal Items
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    Polishing
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    $27.02
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    3 Inch Cotton Sewn Muslin Polishing Buffing Wheel

    3 Inch Cotton Sewn Muslin Polishing Buffing Wheel

    ZEPHYR

    Now: $1.60
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    40 Ply Cotton Muslin 2 Row Sewn Buffing Wheel* High Quality Buffing Wheel* Made Of Cotton Muslin* 3 Inch* 40-Ply * 2-Row Sewn * This Wheel Is Perfect For Smaller Areas And Parts That Would Not Be...
    09-17010030
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    09-17010030
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    3 Inch
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    Round
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    Universal Items
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    Now: $1.60
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    6 Inch Cotton Sewn Muslin Polishing Buffing Wheel - Yellow

    6 Inch Cotton Sewn Muslin Polishing Buffing Wheel - Yellow

    ZEPHYR

    $9.15
    30 Ply Mill Treated Cotton 4 Row Stitching Buffing Wheel* High Quality Buffing Wheel* Made Of Mill Treated Cotton* Yellow* 6 Inch * 4 Row Stitching* 30 Ply* Light To Medium Cut* For Aluminum And...
    09-17010029
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    09-17010029
    Color:
    Yellow
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    6 Inch
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    Cloth
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    $9.15
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    8 Inch 40 Ply White Domet Flannel Finish Buff

    8 Inch 40 Ply White Domet Flannel Finish Buff

    ZEPHYR

    $15.03
    40 Ply White Domet Flannel Finish Buff For Very High Finish & Luster* High Quality Flannel Finish Buff* White* 8 Inch* 40 Ply* Very High Finish And Luster* Use Max Red Or White Chrome Rouge* Made In...
    09-17010028
    SKU:
    09-17010028
    Diameter Options:
    8 Inch
    Color:
    White
    Truck Class:
    Universal
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    6 Inch 30 Ply White Domet Flannel Finish Buff W/ 1 Row Sewn

    6 Inch 30 Ply White Domet Flannel Finish Buff W/ 1 Row Sewn

    ZEPHYR

    $9.17
    30 Ply White Domet Flannel Finish Buff For Final Finish Or Coloring Buff On Aluminum And Stainless Steel* High Quality Finish Buff* White* 6 Inch * Domet Flannel* 30 Ply With 1 Row Sewn* Final Finish...
    09-17010027
    SKU:
    09-17010027
    Color:
    White
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    6 Inch
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    Cloth
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    $9.17
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    10 Inch Cotton Sewn Muslin Polishing Buffing Wheel

    10 Inch Cotton Sewn Muslin Polishing Buffing Wheel

    ZEPHYR

    $23.78
    60 Ply Cotton Muslin 5 Row Stitching Buffing Wheel* High Quality Buffing Wheel* Cotton Sewn Muslin * 10 Inch* 5 Row Stitching* 60 Ply* These Cotton Sewn Polishing Wheels Need To Have Compound Applied...
    09-17010026
    SKU:
    09-17010026
    Diameter Options:
    10 Inch
    Color:
    Off White
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Shape Options:
    Round
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    Cloth
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    Universal Items
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    8 Inch Cotton Sewn Muslin Polishing Buffing Wheel

    8 Inch Cotton Sewn Muslin Polishing Buffing Wheel

    ZEPHYR

    $9.17
    30 Ply Cotton Muslin 3/8 Inch Stitching Buffing Wheel* High Quality Buffing Wheel* Cotton Sewn Muslin * 8 Inch* 3/8 Inch Stitching* 30 Ply* Stitching Is Measured Either In Total Concentric Rows Of...
    09-17010025
    SKU:
    09-17010025
    Color:
    Off White
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    8 Inch
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    Cloth
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    $9.17
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    8 Inch 20-Ply Cotton #4 Yellow Airway Mill Treat Medium to Heavy Cutting Wheels - 4 Pack

    8 Inch 20-Ply Cotton #4 Yellow Airway Mill Treat Medium to Heavy Cutting Wheels - 4 Pack

    ZEPHYR

    $15.04
    Yellow Primary Buffing Wheel Treated For Aluminum & Stainless Steel* High Quality Airway Buffing Wheels* Yellow* 8 Inch* 20 Ply* A High Density Pack Refers To The Buffing Wheels Being Constructed...
    09-17010023
    SKU:
    09-17010023
    Color:
    Yellow
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    8 Inch
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    Cloth
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    Universal Items
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    $15.04
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    8 Inch 16 PLY High Density Pack Airway Buffing Wheels - 4 Pack

    8 Inch 16 PLY High Density Pack Airway Buffing Wheels - 4 Pack

    ZEPHYR

    $15.28
    16 PLY Orange 8 Inch Airway Buffing Wheels For Initial Or Secondary Cuts* High Quality Airway Buffing Wheels* Orange * 8 Inch* 16 Ply* A High Density Pack Refers To The Buffing Wheels Being...
    09-17010021
    SKU:
    09-17010021
    Color:
    Orange
    Truck Class:
    Universal
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    8 Inch
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    Cloth
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    Universal Items
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    10 Inch Heavy Cut Clear Dipped Airway Buffing Wheel - Orange

    10 Inch Heavy Cut Clear Dipped Airway Buffing Wheel - Orange

    ZEPHYR

    $15.19
    Orange Ruffy Heavy Clear Dip Airway Buffing Wheel* High Quality Airway Buffing Wheel* Includes:  - 3 Inch Center Plate   - 5/8 Inch Arbor* Orange * 10 Inch* Heavy Cut Clear Dipped* For The Use Of...
    09-17010020
    SKU:
    09-17010020
    Diameter Options:
    10 Inch
    Color:
    Orange
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Shape Options:
    Round
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    Universal Items
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    Zephyr 8 Inch Airway Z-Red Clear Dip Buffing Wheel

    Zephyr 8 Inch Airway Z-Red Clear Dip Buffing Wheel

    ZEPHYR

    $13.25
    Red Clear Dip Heavy Cut Polishing Wheel* High Quality Airway Buffing Wheel* Includes:  - 3 Inch Center Plate   - 5/8 Inch Arbor* Red* 8 Inch* Heavy Cut Clear Dipped * For The Use Of Iron, Steel,...
    09-17010019
    SKU:
    09-17010019
    Color:
    Red
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Diameter Options:
    8 Inch
    Material Options:
    Cloth
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    Universal Items
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    Polishing
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    10 Inch Cloth Standard Airway Buffing Wheel - White / Purple

    10 Inch Cloth Standard Airway Buffing Wheel - White / Purple

    ZEPHYR

    $15.29
    10 Inch White Purple Standard Airway Buffing Wheel* High Quality Airway Buffing Wheel* Made Of Cloth* White/ Purple* 10 Inch * Standard* Made In USA* Sold Individually* Warranty On Airway Buffing...
    09-17010018
    SKU:
    09-17010018
    Diameter Options:
    10 Inch
    Truck Class:
    Universal
    Shape Options:
    Round
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    Cloth
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    Universal Items
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    $15.29
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    10 Inch White Bleached Combed Cotton Standard Airway Buffing Wheel

    10 Inch White Bleached Combed Cotton Standard Airway Buffing Wheel

    ZEPHYR

    Now: $13.56
    Was: $19.37
    White Bleached Combed Cotton Airway Buffing Wheel* High Quality Airway Buffing Wheel* White Bleached* 10 Inch* Bleached Combed Cotton- Finish* Made In USA* Sold Individually* Warranty On Airway...
    09-17010017
    SKU:
    09-17010017
    Diameter Options:
    10 Inch
    Color:
    White
    Truck Class:
    Universal
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    Cloth
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    Universal Items
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Semi Truck Cleaning, Polishing & Detailing Supplies

Deeply restore and detail your show truck with polishes, waxes, cleaners, and detailing tools for chrome bumpers, glass windows, aluminum wheel rims, and body paint. Our products help you complete the entire process from start to finish:
  • Wash & Degrease: Truck soaps, foam washes, citrus cleaners, and heavy-duty degreasers remove road film, grease, bugs, and chassis grime. Options include Zephyr Pro 60 SUDZ, WAB Ultimate Truck Wash, Citrol Citrus Cleaner, and Knock Out Degreaser.
  • Correct / Restore Surfaces: Water spot removers, sanding discs, scuffing pads, and surface-prep wheels tackle oxidation, staining, scratches, and neglected metal. Zephyr Pro 50 Water Spot Remover and multiple sanding and prep discs support heavier restoration work.
  • Cut & Polish Metal: Liquid metal polishes, rouge bars, airway wheels, and polishing kits restore aluminum, stainless steel, and chrome. Popular choices include Zephyr Pro 25, Pro 40, Brown Tripoli, Blue Moon, Max Red, WAB Gray Matter, and California Custom Purple Polish.
  • Protect & Finish: Waxes, spray detailers, drying agents, and ceramic sprays add shine, water repellency, and protection after cleaning or polishing. Products include Zephyr Pro 33 Spray Wax, Pro 32 Z-Creme, Pro 30 Ceramic Spray, Rebel Hydro Guard, and Vendetta detailers.
  • Interior Upholstery Cleaning: Cab cleaners, carpet and upholstery cleaners, leather and vinyl cleaners, wipes, and dressings help maintain seats, dashboards, sleeper areas, carpet, and plastic trim. Options include WAB Super Cab Cleaner, Mothers Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner, Vinyl Guard Dressing, and Zephyr Pro 39 Protectant.
  • Cleaning Tools & Accessories: Microfiber towels, wash brushes, stack brushes, polishing balls, buffing-wheel rakes, safety flanges, adapters, and polishers support washing, hand detailing, and machine polishing jobs.

Wash & Clean Your Semi Truck

Regular washing removes road film, grease, brake dust, and grime before buildup gets harder to remove.

  • Truck Wash Soap: Use on paint, fiberglass, tanks, and exterior surfaces. Options include Zephyr Pro 60 SUDZ, WAB Ultimate Truck Wash, Vendetta Legit, WABAM Whiteout, and Maverick Moneyshot.
  • Degreasers & Heavy-Duty Cleaners: Tackle oily areas, bugs, and chassis grime with Knock Out Degreaser, Citrol, WAB Engine & Chassis Cleaner, and Bombs Away.
  • Water Spot Removal: Eliminate mineral deposits on glass and polished metal using Zephyr Pro 50 Eliminator before polishing.

Prep Metal Before Polishing

Oxidation, staining, scratches, and damaged finishes sometimes need surface prep before polishing.

  • Sanding & Surface Prep: Use sanding discs, scuffing pads, cartridge rolls, and satin airway wheels for heavier restoration, starting with the least aggressive abrasive needed.

Polish Aluminum, Stainless Steel & Chrome

Fuel tanks, wheels, steps, toolboxes, exhaust, trim, and chrome accessories often need different polishing products.

  • Liquid Metal Polish: Ideal for hand polishing, maintenance, and final finishing. Options include Zephyr Pro 25, Pro 40, WAB Gray Matter, California Custom Purple, and Rebel Pro Red.
  • Rouge Bars & Compounds: Pair with buffing wheels for machine polishing. Options include brown Tripoli, green, gray, white, Blue Moon, and Max Red for cutting and refining metal.
  • Airway & Buffing Wheels: Use heavier wheels for restoration, medium wheels for refinement, and softer cotton, flannel, or muslin wheels for the final shine.

Build a Metal Polishing Setup

A typical restoration process follows this order:

  1. Wash and degrease.
  2. Remove water spots.
  3. Prep or sand damaged metal.
  4. Cut oxidation with a wheel and compound.
  5. Refine with a secondary polishing step.
  6. Finish with a softer wheel and compound.
  7. Apply liquid polish.
  8. Protect the finished surface.

We stock complete kits, buffing-wheel rakes, flanges, adapters, extenders, polishers, and microfiber towels help finish the job.

Wax, Detail & Protect

Protection helps paint and polished surfaces stay cleaner between washes.

  • Wax & Spray Detailers: Maintain surfaces with Zephyr Pro 33, Pro 32 Z-Creme, Mothers California Gold, and Vendetta detailers.
  • Ceramic Spray Protection: Add water repellency and surface protection using Zephyr Pro 30 Lock, Rebel Hydro Guard, or Vendetta ceramic detailers.

Tire Cleaners

Clean tires first, let them dry, then apply dressing. Shop WAB Tire Dressing, Magic Blue Tire Dressing, Vendetta 24 Seven Tire Shine, brushes, and applicators.

Interior Sleeper-Cab Cleaners

Use our selection of dedicated interior cleaners for seats, dashboards, door panels, carpet, vinyl, plastic, and upholstery.

  • Vinyl, Plastic & Leather: Clean and dress interiors with leather and vinyl cleaners, Vinyl Guard Dressing, and Zephyr Pro 39.
  • Carpet & Upholstery: Remove dirt from seats, carpet, and sleeper fabrics using Mothers Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner.
  • Quick Cleanup Supplies: Keep microfiber towels, shop towels, wipes, sprayers, and cleaning cloths on hand for routine maintenance.

Choose by Surface Condition

  • Routine maintenance: Truck wash, detail spray, tire dressing, microfiber towels, and mild metal polish.
  • Water spots or light oxidation: Water spot remover and metal polish.
  • Dull or oxidized metal: Compounds and buffing wheels.
  • Neglected metal: Sanding or surface prep before polishing.
  • Show-quality finish: Multi-stage buffing, finishing polish, and surface protection.

Frequently Asked Questions About Semi-Truck Polishing

What's the best polish for aluminum fuel tanks and wheels on my semi?

For aluminum components, we recommend starting with a medium-grade aluminum polish like Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish or Meguiar's Hot Rims Aluminum Wheel Polish. These work well for regular maintenance. For heavily oxidized surfaces, begin with a more aggressive compound like Flitz or Blue Magic, then finish with a finer polish. Always use a dedicated microfiber cloth or foam pad for each grade of polish to avoid cross-contamination.

How often should I polish my truck, and how long does the shine typically last?

Polishing frequency depends on your driving conditions and exposure to elements. For trucks running regular routes, polish aluminum components every 2-3 months and stainless steel every 4-6 months. The shine typically lasts 4-8 weeks on aluminum and 8-12 weeks on stainless steel. Applying a quality sealant or wax after polishing can extend the shine by 50% or more. Trucks exposed to road salt, harsh weather, or heavy dirt will need more frequent attention.

Can I use a standard buffer, or do I need special equipment for semi-truck polishing?

While you can use a standard rotary buffer, we recommend a variable-speed polisher (1000-3000 RPM) for better control. For large flat surfaces like fuel tanks, a 7-9 inch backing plate works best. For wheels and detailed areas, use a 3-4 inch backing plate. Airway buffing wheels are excellent for getting into lug nut holes and tight spaces. Always use appropriate pads - wool for heavy cutting, foam for finishing, and microfiber for final buffing.

What's the proper technique for remoOEMg heavy oxidation and pitting from chrome bumpers?

Start by cleaning the surface thoroughly with degreaser. For heavy oxidation, use 0000 steel wool with chrome polish, working in straight lines rather than circles. For deeper pitting, begin with a chrome-safe compound and a foam cutting pad on low speed (1000-1500 RPM). Graduate to finer polishes, finishing with a chrome-specific product like Simichrome or Autosol. Severe pitting may require professional re-chroming, as polishing can only improve surface oxidation, not fill deep pits.

Which areas of my truck should I avoid when polishing, and what precautions should I take?

Never polish over decals, DOT numbers, or reflective tape as aggressive compounds will damage them. Mask these areas with painter's tape before starting. Avoid getting polish on brake components, air lines, or electrical connections. When polishing near LED lights or plastic lenses, use only plastic-safe products. Always let the engine and exhaust cool completely before polishing nearby surfaces. Work in shaded areas when possible, as direct sunlight can cause polish to dry too quickly and become difficult to remove.


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