Clean wheels - what do you recommend

JonL · 18th June 2008, 20:55

So I do like my car clean rather than dirty, although spending 9 hours on cleaning it is unlikley as I have the attention span of a newt

Any way apart from the stone chips (looks like a shot gun has shot my bonnet) my wheels have like brake dust or whatever in the little crevices and some discolouration. What do I need to use/do to clean them properly.

Also the stuff that makes your tyres shiney, I like that aswell what is it ?

Unknownsoldier · 18th June 2008, 20:58

Tyre Swipe is apparently good stuff for keeping your tyres looking new and bblack, however I use AG vinyl and rubber care, works just as well.

Tom

Unknownsoldier · 18th June 2008, 20:58

Try here:

www.ultimatefinish.co.uk

They do a few different products and their service is great.

Tom

x Dr Vodka x · 18th June 2008, 21:00

soap and bloody water, 3 x a week

robbo51 · 18th June 2008, 21:04

To clean..Pressure washer + Car shampoo
Protection: 2 to 3 coats of Poorboys Wheel Sealer
Every now and again: thorough clean..Wheels off...Meguiars Hot Rims Wheel Cleaner.
Re- application of poorboys Wheel sealer...

Munro · 18th June 2008, 21:05

Once you get your wheels clean, put a few coats of Poorboys wheel sealant on. It will be really easy to keep them clean after that.

Poorboys Wheel Sealant

JonL · 18th June 2008, 21:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by x Dr Vodka x

soap and bloody water, 3 x a week

I left it for a bit maybe 2500 miles and its burnt on, toothbrush won't lift it now. Don't want to scratch the wheels with anything stiffer.

That stuff on the website looks good, if a tad expensive

robbo51 · 18th June 2008, 21:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by JonL

I left it for a bit maybe 2500 miles and its burnt on, toothbrush won't lift it now. Don't want to scratch the wheels with anything stiffer.

That stuff on the website looks good, if a tad expensive

Use some strong wheel cleaner and wash off really well. You should get it all off provided it hasnt eaten through the clearcote.
If you have its a refurb jobby

Unknownsoldier · 18th June 2008, 21:38

I use AG engine degreaser and cleaner, spray on and leave for 5 minutes to soak in, then agitate with a stiff wheel brush, then spray with a garden sprayer (2 for 5 quid at B&Q, they are pressurised, like weedkiller bottles). I fill that with very strong car shampoo, then leave for a further 5-10 minutes (re-apply if it starts to dry!!!!!), then wash with a hose/jet washer. Or substitute cheap coke for the AG ECD.

Then coat with alloy wheel seal, it makes the job so much easier next time.

ATB,
Tom

JonL · 18th June 2008, 22:27

Will get some alloy wheel seal, never even knew you could get half this stuff for cleaning cars.

Whats that about cheap coke, does that lift the crap off.

It hasn't gone through the clear coat It just needs something stonger than shampoo to lift it off.

Will try these suggestions at the weekend chaps see what I can come up with.

PJS · 18th June 2008, 23:13

Okay, wheels - Bilt Hamber Auto Balm, but might need Auto Clay to remove any stubborn brake dust first. Be prepared to remove them to do the inside as well as the face/lip.
Thereafter, R222 wheel gel and Swissvax brush to clean, and maybe EZ Detailer Brush (not the cheapest, but a one off purchase).

As for the tyres - 303 Aerospace Protectant, which you can also use on the wiper blades, rubber seals, black trim, interior trim/dash, and leather seats. Heaps of UV inhibitor, so less likely to wind up with bleached out trim, etc if used regularly.

robbo51 · 19th June 2008, 07:12

I'm sticking with Poorboys Wheel Cleaner
Its easier to buff up too!!
The shine is superb and it lasts well
Cleaning is a doddle

Dimplyred · 19th June 2008, 11:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbo51

I'm sticking with Poorboys Wheel Cleaner
Its easier to buff up too!!
The shine is superb and it lasts well
Cleaning is a doddle

I use Poorboys too, and agree with Robbo it is very easy to use and very effective.

Rich 11 · 19th June 2008, 12:27

Autoglmn detailing brush ( the one with a point ), zymol car shampoo , dirty knees and alot of elbow grease lol

Dimplyred · 19th June 2008, 12:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich 11

Autoglmn detailing brush ( the one with a point ), zymol car shampoo , dirty knees and alot of elbow grease lol

Yes whatever product you go for, dirty knees and a lot of elbow grease if a the common ingredient.

Vet_2010 · 19th June 2008, 12:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbo51

I'm sticking with Poorboys Wheel Cleaner
Its easier to buff up too!!
The shine is superb and it lasts well
Cleaning is a doddle

This Poorboys stuff sounds like a good investment! I'm currently using Mer Wheel Wax and washing them with Meguiars Goldclass reguarly to keep the grime down.
Anyone know how the Poorboys compares to the Mer?
I might give the autobalm a go first since I have it already!

Rich 11 · 19th June 2008, 12:55

Rimwax is supose to be good.....might order some !!

x Dr Vodka x · 19th June 2008, 12:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich 11

Rimwax is supose to be good.....might order some !!

Good name .......

........... "hi dear, any rimwax left or have we used it all ....

Rich 11 · 19th June 2008, 13:02

Just bought some £16

x Dr Vodka x · 19th June 2008, 13:12

RIM.......RIM......RIM....

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Unknownsoldier Esox Lucius Rules!!!!!!!! Civinfo guru Join Date: 22nd September 2007 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 2,818 Thanks: 81 Thanked 32 Times in 30 Posts iTrader: (0)	Tyre Swipe is apparently good stuff for keeping your tyres looking new and bblack, however I use AG vinyl and rubber care, works just as well. Tom

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Unknownsoldier Esox Lucius Rules!!!!!!!! Civinfo guru Join Date: 22nd September 2007 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 2,818 Thanks: 81 Thanked 32 Times in 30 Posts iTrader: (0)	Try here: www.ultimatefinish.co.uk They do a few different products and their service is great. Tom

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x Dr Vodka x Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 12th May 2008 Location: Wigan Posts: 489 Thanks: 0 Thanked 11 Times in 10 Posts iTrader: (0)	soap and bloody water, 3 x a week

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robbo51 It's my fault! Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 3,874 Thanks: 66 Thanked 75 Times in 72 Posts iTrader: (0)	To clean..Pressure washer + Car shampoo Protection: 2 to 3 coats of Poorboys Wheel Sealer Every now and again: thorough clean..Wheels off...Meguiars Hot Rims Wheel Cleaner. Re- application of poorboys Wheel sealer...

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Munro Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 10th August 2007 Location: Scotland Posts: 1,225 Thanks: 27 Thanked 24 Times in 20 Posts iTrader: (0)	Once you get your wheels clean, put a few coats of Poorboys wheel sealant on. It will be really easy to keep them clean after that. Poorboys Wheel Sealant

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Unknownsoldier Esox Lucius Rules!!!!!!!! Civinfo guru Join Date: 22nd September 2007 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 2,818 Thanks: 81 Thanked 32 Times in 30 Posts iTrader: (0)	I use AG engine degreaser and cleaner, spray on and leave for 5 minutes to soak in, then agitate with a stiff wheel brush, then spray with a garden sprayer (2 for 5 quid at B&Q, they are pressurised, like weedkiller bottles). I fill that with very strong car shampoo, then leave for a further 5-10 minutes (re-apply if it starts to dry!!!!!), then wash with a hose/jet washer. Or substitute cheap coke for the AG ECD. Then coat with alloy wheel seal, it makes the job so much easier next time. ATB, Tom

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JonL Supporter Wheelnut Join Date: 5th June 2008 Location: North East, UK Posts: 67 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Will get some alloy wheel seal, never even knew you could get half this stuff for cleaning cars. Whats that about cheap coke, does that lift the crap off. It hasn't gone through the clear coat It just needs something stonger than shampoo to lift it off. Will try these suggestions at the weekend chaps see what I can come up with.

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PJS Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 27th May 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 479 Thanks: 0 Thanked 21 Times in 18 Posts iTrader: (0)	Okay, wheels - Bilt Hamber Auto Balm, but might need Auto Clay to remove any stubborn brake dust first. Be prepared to remove them to do the inside as well as the face/lip. Thereafter, R222 wheel gel and Swissvax brush to clean, and maybe EZ Detailer Brush (not the cheapest, but a one off purchase). As for the tyres - 303 Aerospace Protectant, which you can also use on the wiper blades, rubber seals, black trim, interior trim/dash, and leather seats. Heaps of UV inhibitor, so less likely to wind up with bleached out trim, etc if used regularly.

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robbo51 It's my fault! Civinfo guru Join Date: 1st July 2007 Location: Bingley, W.Yorks Posts: 3,874 Thanks: 66 Thanked 75 Times in 72 Posts iTrader: (0)	I'm sticking with Poorboys Wheel Cleaner Its easier to buff up too!! The shine is superb and it lasts well Cleaning is a doddle

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