Just gona stick my tupeneth in.
Please do not use T-cut or even Poorboys SSR1, a bit too harsh for chromed, chromed/laquered wheels.
As described above try a mild shampoo and use a lambswool mitt.
Try an ez-detail brush to get to the back of the rim. Motorgeek sells these (Best wheel brush in the world)
Also bag yourself an Swissvaz wheel brush - they cost about £6 and are the 2nd best brush in the world. You can use this brush for bodywork too in knooks and crannys.
If you find that the wheels are unlaquered I'd try Meguiars NXT metal polish first and then Autoglym metal polish. These are a little less aggressive than autosol. If these don't acheive the finish you want go onto Autosol. No point going to autosol first, scratching the surface and ruining your wheels.
If they are laquered I'd try polishing with Autoglym Super resin first, then I'd go with some meguirs stage 1 or stage 2 cleaner & polish if the super resin is no good. Don't want anything agressive, unless the wheels are in poor condition, which I would doubt.
For protection any sealant will do, but I can recommend Poorboys wheel sealant or chemical guys whel guard. Both excellent
Hope this helps.
ex- pro detailer