Wheel cleaning - tips please if you would
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I clean my wheels on a regular basis but still they appear to get a few black spots on them that I have trouble shifting. I'm not sure if this is brake dust and/or road debris but would like some pointers as how best to shift them. I don't want to use anything too abrasive or acidic as this may damage the finish on the wheels. If it helps the car is a Cayman 'S' and the wheels are the standard 18"ers.
Any tips on products to invest in gladly received.
Yex
Any tips on products to invest in gladly received.
Yex
Yex said:
I clean my wheels on a regular basis but still they appear to get a few black spots on them that I have trouble shifting. I'm not sure if this is brake dust and/or road debris but would like some pointers as how best to shift them. I don't want to use anything too abrasive or acidic as this may damage the finish on the wheels. If it helps the car is a Cayman 'S' and the wheels are the standard 18"ers.
Any tips on products to invest in gladly received.
Yex
Any tips on products to invest in gladly received.
Yex
try that tar/tree sap remover stuff. leave it one for 1minute first.
The best way to look after your wheels is stay clear of any dirt/grime removers, and most definate stay away from Wonder Wheels fullstop.
If you have to use a cleaner, I recommend Muc Off or Pro Clean, these are superb. If using either of these products first wet the whole wheel (with water) let it drip off, then spray this on, I then leave for a minute then wash the wheel (soapy sponge) then wash off.
If you do wash your car on weekly basis (every Sunday, lol) you should be able to get away with hot soapy water, any chance you get with taking the wheels off or even make a point of doing it! is to polish your wheels like you would your car, especially the inner wheel where it's a lot harder to get to, this will give better protection against brake dust and tar and will result in easier removal.
If you have to use a cleaner, I recommend Muc Off or Pro Clean, these are superb. If using either of these products first wet the whole wheel (with water) let it drip off, then spray this on, I then leave for a minute then wash the wheel (soapy sponge) then wash off.
If you do wash your car on weekly basis (every Sunday, lol) you should be able to get away with hot soapy water, any chance you get with taking the wheels off or even make a point of doing it! is to polish your wheels like you would your car, especially the inner wheel where it's a lot harder to get to, this will give better protection against brake dust and tar and will result in easier removal.
official porsche wheel cleaner kit...or for a cheaper option, just the liquid (green stuff) in a spray bottle, and their brush kit, its superb ! also get yourself some gloves (disposable) to protect your hands from scuffs and muck. total cost is about £20 from memory and my brush set is onto its 2nd 997 now !
wonder wheels as horrid stuff, avoid on all cars ! I had a set of audi alloys replaced because of that stuff
make sure whatever you use you thoroughly rinse down after using it.
wonder wheels as horrid stuff, avoid on all cars ! I had a set of audi alloys replaced because of that stuff
make sure whatever you use you thoroughly rinse down after using it.
Yes be very careful of Wonder Wheels.
I used some a few years ago - and it left dull stains on my alloys.
Aggressive wheel cleaning products, too much brushing and the over use of power jet washes will progressively damage alloy wheels, micro-penetrating the lacquer and paint, eventually leading to corrosion.
I'm sure this is to blame for a lot of problems with the 'Sport Design' wheels.
I used some a few years ago - and it left dull stains on my alloys.
Aggressive wheel cleaning products, too much brushing and the over use of power jet washes will progressively damage alloy wheels, micro-penetrating the lacquer and paint, eventually leading to corrosion.
I'm sure this is to blame for a lot of problems with the 'Sport Design' wheels.
Pretty much the most well regarded safe wheel cleaner is P21S.
It's not cheap when you see what it costs next to the cheaper harsher stuff, but I guess it's still cheaper than a refurb.
I'd give them a clean and then seal them to make them easier to clean next time.
At the "things you may already have" end Autoglym SRP will do the job, or if you want to spend some money look at Poorboys or Chemical Guys Wheel Sealants.
It's not cheap when you see what it costs next to the cheaper harsher stuff, but I guess it's still cheaper than a refurb.
I'd give them a clean and then seal them to make them easier to clean next time.
At the "things you may already have" end Autoglym SRP will do the job, or if you want to spend some money look at Poorboys or Chemical Guys Wheel Sealants.
Claying will remove the stubborn tar spots, followed by Autoglym SRP which is also slightly abrasive, followed by a good wax product will do the trick. I'm currently using Hyperturismo Wheel wax which is no longer available! but i've heard good things about this product - www.wheelwax.com/
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If the brake dust has built up and has set hard then acidic wheel cleaner is your answer,you can water it down aswell but just make sure you dont leave it on there for a long period of time .
Use a stiff brush to get the stubburn brake dust up up off.
Once you have removed all the dust then give them a good clean with clay bar then a cleaner fluid.Swissvax were approached by Bugatti about the brake dust build up on the new Veyron,they came up with Autobahn wheel wax which contains around 26-27% teflon for that non stick affect which they are now currently using.If anyone is interested in this give me a shout.
Use a stiff brush to get the stubburn brake dust up up off.
Once you have removed all the dust then give them a good clean with clay bar then a cleaner fluid.Swissvax were approached by Bugatti about the brake dust build up on the new Veyron,they came up with Autobahn wheel wax which contains around 26-27% teflon for that non stick affect which they are now currently using.If anyone is interested in this give me a shout.
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