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09-01-2012, 07:54 AM | #1 |
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Wheel Cleaner recommendation
Hey guys, anybody have a good spray-on, hose-off type of wheel cleaner recommendation. I am getting tired of spending 20 minutes on washing wheels only every time I hand wash my car.
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You may want to look into a wheel wax if you haven't already. It should cut down wheel cleaning time substantially.
My favorite wheel cleaners are Auto Finesse Imperial and Sonax Wheel Cleaner. Regardless, I find myself scrubbing a little every time I wash.
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All the above is correct. Agitation is required regardless unless you want to use unnecessary amounts of product. I would buy some sonax, get the rims nice and clean, and finally seal them up with a good product. From there on out you will only need to use your carwash shampoo and water to get the rims clean again
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09-01-2012, 02:03 PM | #5 |
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P21S wheel cleaner (liquid or gel). Wait 5 minutes (or longer, up to two hours). Lightly brush. Rinse. Apply Collinite 845 wax as sealer so cleaning is easier next time. A pressure washer makes all of this easier and faster too. The P21S will not remove the wax.
Sonax cleans well but smells like crap. Collinite wins wheel wax competition: http://www.detailingbliss.com/forum/...to-express.htm Even with all of this I spend about 5 minutes on each wheel (cleaning). I have the Competition wheels, and there are more nooks and crannies on these than the average wheel. Also try some wheel woolies - they're great tools and splatter less than some brushes: http://www.detailingbliss.com/forum/...lies-worth.htm Last edited by bvhbmw; 09-01-2012 at 02:11 PM.. |
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Any wheel cleaner will damage wheel protection. When you seal your rims you aren't supposed to be using wheel cleaners to clean them again but just simple shampoo and water
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09-03-2012, 04:13 PM | #7 |
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Sonax wheel cleaner on a COOL wheel (best not to apply when wheel is hot or just after a long drive).
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09-03-2012, 09:15 PM | #8 |
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I use P21s gel with a Daytona wheel brush for the barrels and Mcguiers wheel brush for the spokes. It takes about 5 minutes or so per wheel. I seal with Klass sealant.
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09-04-2012, 01:04 AM | #9 |
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As others stated before, Sonax, applied cool works great, but I find even rinsing with a pressure washer doesn't get everything. I found that the EZ detail brush, sold at a bunch of places like amazon or detailersdomain), makes ZCP wheels super easy to clean from front to back (all the way in the back). My pre-wash steps are usually.
1) cool down car. 2) spray sonax on wheels. wait 2 minutes. 3) use ez detail brush on all wheels 4) rinse with hose 5) dry (after wash) with electric leaf blower They always come out crystal clear. FWIW, for a while I got off Sonax, and was just using regular soap, but I think I have convinced myself that the sonax really does break down the grime better and leave me with wheels I can eat off of. |
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09-04-2012, 08:07 AM | #10 |
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Sonax. Life saver. Awesome stuff. I havent had the time to fully detail the wifes car yet, but the brake dust on it is incredible. I use some Sonax and hit it with a quick brush to aggitate and spray. It has yet to disappoint me...
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I have had good results with Diablo from Chemical Guys.
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You'll never find a spray on, hose off wheel cleaner that doesn't require any sort of agitation.
If you use a good wheel wax, all you'll ever need is soap and water and a wash mitt or sponge. Until then, sonax and a wheel brush will probably be needed to get all of the dirt off.
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To prevent excessive brake dust, get PosiQuiet Ceramic pads. They'll reduce dusting drastically.
Also, get this and use with a wheel brush: http://www.chemicalguys.com/Diablo_G...htm?Click=5104 http://www.chemicalguys.com/Wheel_Wo...htm?Click=5104 |
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As mentioned, sealing wheels makes it easier, as does the right tools like wheel wollies, or the Daytona speed master brushes. I like Wolfs Chemicals Rim Shield for a sealant, nothing sticks to it, and it lasts a long time.
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i used the sonax i ordered the first time today it works awesome my dads clk gets lots of brake dust on it and i sprayd it on a cool, dry wheel waiting 5 mins and a majority of the wheel came clean just hosing it off
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09-11-2012, 08:18 PM | #17 |
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our shop prefers Sonax Full Effect Wheel Cleaner plus either the Wheel Woolies or the EZ-Detail Brush for the inner wheels.
A good rim sealant will also help out with future cleanings. Wolf's Rim Shield is the hot one right now. |
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10-03-2012, 03:32 AM | #18 |
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Have a detailer Opti-Coat your rims. You can follow-up with Sonax Full Effect for subsequent washes, but don't use a harsh brush such as the EZ brush after it is coated.
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I use Sonax wheel cleaner, but it only helps partially. Still gotta use elbow grease to get the wheel looking perfect.
P.S. 220M's are so annoying to clean.
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