Brake Dust

macca · 9th July 2007, 18:02

I am really suprised how dirty the alloys get with brake dust. I have the 19" rages on my CTR, not sure if its any different with the other honda alloys?

Does anyone have any tips on how to protect or keep them clean?

FWH · 9th July 2007, 18:17

Don´t use the brakes!

No seriously, there are some aftermarket treatments for alloys to make them easier to clean, some kind of protective coating, but I have not tried any of these myself.

cylon2007 · 9th July 2007, 21:08

The Civics do seem to create rather a lot of brake dust, just use Wonder Wheels or similar to keep them clean. The only other option would be different pads but I have no idea which are better

kamshaft · 9th July 2007, 22:04

i used "EBC Green Stuff" brake pads on my previous car, they were awsome. Hardley no brake dust, i would reccomend them to anyone. They also braked better than the standard pads aswell.

Peekaboo · 10th July 2007, 09:37

Sent you a pm

allan79 · 10th July 2007, 10:31

you can get brake dust covers for about 12 pounds each but the only prblem there is to check pads you have to remove the wheel

davidj241 · 10th July 2007, 10:38

Can you tell me where you can get these covers from

as I have been looking for some time and have not had any success.

allan79 · 10th July 2007, 12:33

http://superiorcarcare.net/kleenwheeldu.html this is just one site but there is loads cant remember where or what site had them for 12 pounds in uk

davidj241 · 10th July 2007, 12:40

thanks for the prompt response, not sure though if this company can supply for UK spec vehicles - I'll e-mail them and ask. As I need some for both the Civic and also our Passat.

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Originally Posted by allan79

http://superiorcarcare.net/kleenwheeldu.html this is just one site but there is loads cant remember where or what site had them for 12 pounds in uk

allan79 · 10th July 2007, 13:24

just look up brake dust covers there is loads of places that do them

alanwalne · 10th July 2007, 22:48

The only problem I can think of with covers is the brakes will get even hotter.
I used to have a Zafira DTi with steel wheels and trims and when I put 5 spoke alloys on the wheels were a lot cooler after 'spirited' driving. I saw some Zafiras with warped trims so I was not the only one!!

Charles_Harding · 11th July 2007, 15:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by macca

I am really suprised how dirty the alloys get with brake dust. I have the 19" rages on my CTR, not sure if its any different with the other honda alloys?

Does anyone have any tips on how to protect or keep them clean?

I use Turtle Wax, Brake Dust Barrier on Millie's wheels.

It obviously does not stop the dust but seems to make it easier to clean when they do get grubby.

......and it gives the alloys a nice shine!

"The difference between a woman and a battery is that a battery has a positive side!"

Charles H.

Morph3ous · 18th July 2007, 09:49

I've read that Chemical Guys Jetseal 109 is the business when it comes to protecting your wheels. Applying several coats will stop brake dust etc clinging to your wheels, allowing you to easily clean with just soapy water.

Hope this helps,

Morph

ruracer · 18th July 2007, 11:17

so far for me 1000kms in my new car, ive not had any major dust build up,washing it once a week and doing the wheels with the same shampoo, nxt wash.
As the wheels are still new and silky smooth (is that lacquer), this may be why so far, its been easy.
But it might change, so i want to get some kind of wheel protect. I saw the brake dust barrier by turtlewax, looks good, but are there any other recommendations out there?

Morph3ous · 18th July 2007, 14:19

My recommendation is one post above yours!

Morph3ous · 21st July 2007, 14:37

Check out the pictures of the gold Subaru wheels part way down this page to see how well Jetseal works. I'm thoroughly impressed...

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/foru...t=33876&page=2

gray52 · 23rd July 2007, 21:36

I Use Wonder Wheels, Excellent Product. Keep On Top Of The Brake Dust Bulid Up And They Are Easy To Keep Clean With No Effort.

ruracer · 25th July 2007, 21:48

Should I wax the wheels after washing them?
Would I use the nxt spray wax or something different to do this or is there even a point to it?

Brodick · 25th July 2007, 22:05

I use Karcher Universal cleaner bucket and sponge on the cars and on the alloy's
and both come up a treat each time

No need for these powerful chemical alloy wheel cleaners
at the end of the day they are more likely to damage the alloy

ruracer · 26th July 2007, 01:25

yeah, i think so, i use the nxt wash that i use on the car body on the wheels too, great results. But ive read somewhere about waxing the wheels after washing....

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FWH Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 3rd June 2007 Location: Sweden Posts: 5,227 Thanks: 6 Thanked 44 Times in 39 Posts	Don´t use the brakes! No seriously, there are some aftermarket treatments for alloys to make them easier to clean, some kind of protective coating, but I have not tried any of these myself.

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cylon2007 Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 14th April 2007 Location: South Manchester/North Cheshire Posts: 469 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	The Civics do seem to create rather a lot of brake dust, just use Wonder Wheels or similar to keep them clean. The only other option would be different pads but I have no idea which are better

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kamshaft Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 27th April 2007 Posts: 140 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	i used "EBC Green Stuff" brake pads on my previous car, they were awsome. Hardley no brake dust, i would reccomend them to anyone. They also braked better than the standard pads aswell.

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Peekaboo Valve Cap Join Date: 14th May 2007 Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Sent you a pm

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allan79 Wheelnut Join Date: 19th May 2007 Posts: 74 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	you can get brake dust covers for about 12 pounds each but the only prblem there is to check pads you have to remove the wheel

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davidj241 Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 6th July 2007 Location: St.Neots, Cambridgeshire Posts: 26 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Can you tell me where you can get these covers from as I have been looking for some time and have not had any success.

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allan79 Wheelnut Join Date: 19th May 2007 Posts: 74 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	http://superiorcarcare.net/kleenwheeldu.html this is just one site but there is loads cant remember where or what site had them for 12 pounds in uk

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allan79 Wheelnut Join Date: 19th May 2007 Posts: 74 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	just look up brake dust covers there is loads of places that do them

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alanwalne Who needs a 4x4?? Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 11th June 2007 Location: Kent Posts: 919 Thanks: 4 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	The only problem I can think of with covers is the brakes will get even hotter. I used to have a Zafira DTi with steel wheels and trims and when I put 5 spoke alloys on the wheels were a lot cooler after 'spirited' driving. I saw some Zafiras with warped trims so I was not the only one!!

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Morph3ous Wheelnut Join Date: 29th March 2007 Location: Norwich, Norfolk Posts: 57 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I've read that Chemical Guys Jetseal 109 is the business when it comes to protecting your wheels. Applying several coats will stop brake dust etc clinging to your wheels, allowing you to easily clean with just soapy water. Hope this helps, Morph

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ruracer Wheelnut Join Date: 5th July 2007 Posts: 77 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	so far for me 1000kms in my new car, ive not had any major dust build up,washing it once a week and doing the wheels with the same shampoo, nxt wash. As the wheels are still new and silky smooth (is that lacquer), this may be why so far, its been easy. But it might change, so i want to get some kind of wheel protect. I saw the brake dust barrier by turtlewax, looks good, but are there any other recommendations out there?

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Morph3ous Wheelnut Join Date: 29th March 2007 Location: Norwich, Norfolk Posts: 57 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	My recommendation is one post above yours!

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Morph3ous Wheelnut Join Date: 29th March 2007 Location: Norwich, Norfolk Posts: 57 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Check out the pictures of the gold Subaru wheels part way down this page to see how well Jetseal works. I'm thoroughly impressed... http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/foru...t=33876&page=2

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gray52 Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 23rd November 2006 Location: peterborough Posts: 901 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	I Use Wonder Wheels, Excellent Product. Keep On Top Of The Brake Dust Bulid Up And They Are Easy To Keep Clean With No Effort.

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ruracer Wheelnut Join Date: 5th July 2007 Posts: 77 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Should I wax the wheels after washing them? Would I use the nxt spray wax or something different to do this or is there even a point to it?

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Brodick Perfect Guy! Rocketship door handle Join Date: 2nd December 2006 Location: Central Scotland Posts: 1,706 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	I use Karcher Universal cleaner bucket and sponge on the cars and on the alloy's and both come up a treat each time No need for these powerful chemical alloy wheel cleaners at the end of the day they are more likely to damage the alloy

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ruracer Wheelnut Join Date: 5th July 2007 Posts: 77 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	yeah, i think so, i use the nxt wash that i use on the car body on the wheels too, great results. But ive read somewhere about waxing the wheels after washing....