Rim sealant for brake dust

ItsHectic · 01-11-2012, 04:13 AM

Can anyone recommend where I can get a good rim wax/sealant, I called my local stores and they only had rim cleaners.

Black Sheep · 01-11-2012, 07:55 AM

Wheel Wax

http://www.detailedimage.com/Wheel-W...-P118/8-oz-S1/

Red Bread · 01-11-2012, 09:06 AM

I've tried Wheel Wax and while it might help on some cars, it doesn't seem to do anything on either of my BMW's. I use Blackfire Wet Diamond on the wheels a couple of times a year and Armor All Wheel Protectant after every wash. Provided the wheels don't get wet, they look clean between washes.

Black Sheep · 01-11-2012, 09:15 AM

I have had no luck with Armor All's product. BFWD Sealant or Collinite 845 would be good choices also.

HondaGoneRogue · 01-11-2012, 09:24 AM

I have been having decent luck with meguires quick detailer. It been a week and the still look good. On my advans anyway. Im not sure if the gloss on the advans contributed to it. I do notice a difference with the detailer tho.

pinmagic · 01-11-2012, 11:43 AM

You may have tried other Armor All products, but if you haven't tried the Wheel Protectant, you really should. I've used it, and it's great. Reviews by other users are almost universally positive, from what I've seen.

P1 · 01-11-2012, 12:16 PM

I use Jetseal 109 and it helps OK.

Red Bread · 01-11-2012, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pinmagic

You may have tried other Armor All products, but if you haven't tried the Wheel Protectant, you really should. I've used it, and it's great. Reviews by other users are almost universally positive, from what I've seen.

This is the key. All other Armor All products get the stink eye from me, but the wheel protectant is great stuff. Just allow it to dry over night, as it has a habit of slinging off if you drive right after spraying it on.

Xios135 · 01-11-2012, 04:21 PM

The AA stuff is good. Just make sure the wheels are clean, DRY and only apply one even coat.

ItsHectic · 01-12-2012, 01:13 AM

Thanks guys but need a place that can ship internationally.

Eddie135 · 01-12-2012, 10:02 PM

I got WheelWax from Tischer BMW and they work great for me.
It also has a nice scent.

Just remember apply two coats to the front and one coat to the rear.

Harlequin · 01-12-2012, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pinmagic

You may have tried other Armor All products, but if you haven't tried the Wheel Protectant, you really should. I've used it, and it's great. Reviews by other users are almost universally positive, from what I've seen.

This.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Bread

This is the key. All other Armor All products get the stink eye from me, but the wheel protectant is great stuff. Just allow it to dry over night, as it has a habit of slinging off if you drive right after spraying it on.

And this.

Quote:

Originally Posted by xiosmx5

The AA stuff is good. Just make sure the wheels are clean, DRY and only apply one even coat.

And this.

I tried everything... The AA one is the only one that I've been happy with... And I hate all their other products...

ItsHectic · 01-14-2012, 10:06 PM

Before I made this thread I had called Auto One and they told me they didnt have it, even though I called twice to confirm.

Anyway went there today to get some cloths and car wash etc and I saw they had the AA stuff so got me some.

If I had known the opti seal etc would work too I would of got my rims done when I had my paint done last week.

ken1137 · 01-15-2012, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Bread

This is the key. All other Armor All products get the stink eye from me, but the wheel protectant is great stuff. Just allow it to dry over night, as it has a habit of slinging off if you drive right after spraying it on.

+1...the Armor All product must be completely dry before you drive off. I am OCD so I ended up Opti coating my wheels and still use the Armor All. Works great.

FORMnFUNCTION · 01-17-2012, 12:44 PM

I'm going to order some and give it a shot, Stoptech pads sucks for brake dust..(still better then OEM though)

Detailers Domain · 01-17-2012, 02:07 PM

have you tried

first cleaning them with Sonax Full Effect Wheel Cleaner, then use Wolf's Rim Shield it durable and works well.

(this works best when you can take off the wheel and make sure the wolf's rims shield or any wheel wax has good coverage.)

MPFit · 01-18-2012, 01:57 PM

I use sonax to clean.
Armor All to coat. AA products in general suck, except for the wheel protectant- and it's the best. Didn't like wheel wax and opti coat is nice but $$.

airs · 01-19-2012, 12:19 PM

I use FK1000p or Menzerna Powerlock for wheels. The key is proper preparation - take the wheels off and clean them thoroughly before applying anything. When washing wheels, try not to use anything that might strip the protection.

Greg@DetailedImage · 01-19-2012, 01:28 PM

The Poorboy's World Wheel Sealant is my favorite wheel sealant, very strong protection, applies with ease and smells AMAZING!

Greg @ DI

Harlequin · 01-19-2012, 06:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg@DetailedImage

The Poorboy's World Wheel Sealant is my favorite wheel sealant, very strong protection, applies with ease and smells AMAZING!

Greg @ DI

I've got that. I found it to be almost useless. Although I do like the smell

89alpinem3 · 01-20-2012, 08:36 AM

Try chemical guys wheel guard over a layer of jet seal, they'll be easy to clean after.

Greg@DetailedImage · 01-20-2012, 11:42 AM

If you want some crazy durable protection clean and polish your wheels and then apply the Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0 Permanent Paint Coating to them. That will last a long time and make the wheels look outstanding.

Greg @ DI

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Black Sheep A Zip an a Double Cup 80 Rep 4,462 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: McHenry, IL iTrader: (5)	Wheel Wax http://www.detailedimage.com/Wheel-W...-P118/8-oz-S1/ __________________ PTF Tuned \| RB's \| AMS FMIC \| AR DP's \| HPF Exhaust \| CP-E DCI \| Apex Arc 8's \| 235/275 Star Specs \|
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Red Bread Major General 4463 Rep 9,160 Posts Drives: Smog machines Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0)	I've tried Wheel Wax and while it might help on some cars, it doesn't seem to do anything on either of my BMW's. I use Blackfire Wet Diamond on the wheels a couple of times a year and Armor All Wheel Protectant after every wash. Provided the wheels don't get wet, they look clean between washes.
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Black Sheep A Zip an a Double Cup 80 Rep 4,462 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: McHenry, IL iTrader: (5)	I have had no luck with Armor All's product. BFWD Sealant or Collinite 845 would be good choices also. __________________ PTF Tuned \| RB's \| AMS FMIC \| AR DP's \| HPF Exhaust \| CP-E DCI \| Apex Arc 8's \| 235/275 Star Specs \|
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HondaGoneRogue They like my Swag... 433 Rep 3,762 Posts Drives: 15 GSM 435i GC Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: South Dakota iTrader: (4) Garage List 2015 435i Gran Coupe [0.00]	I have been having decent luck with meguires quick detailer. It been a week and the still look good. On my advans anyway. Im not sure if the gloss on the advans contributed to it. I do notice a difference with the detailer tho. __________________ 2015 435i Gran Coupe - Current 2008 AW 135i - Sold
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pinmagic The Only Sane One Here 61 Rep 1,135 Posts Drives: 135i Convertible Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Arlington, VA iTrader: (1)	You may have tried other Armor All products, but if you haven't tried the Wheel Protectant, you really should. I've used it, and it's great. Reviews by other users are almost universally positive, from what I've seen. __________________ 2011 135i VERT SGM/SB/MOONLIGHT - ED - with every single friggin' option they offered.
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P1 Lieutenant General 11572 Rep 11,136 Posts Drives: 2004 3/4 ton Duramax Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: United States iTrader: (1)	I use Jetseal 109 and it helps OK.
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ItsHectic But your honour it's my Affluenza I swear! 58 Rep 533 Posts Drives: at a reasonable speed Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NSW iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys but need a place that can ship internationally. __________________ 135i M Sport DCT. BSM/Oyster/GP trim. FBO Cobb, Bilstein EDC coilovers, M3 bushings, PSS. Knowledge of the Tapa Tapa Tapa street race start.
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Eddie135 N55 Commando 55 Rep 797 Posts Drives: 135i - DCT - N55 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	I got WheelWax from Tischer BMW and they work great for me. It also has a nice scent. Just remember apply two coats to the front and one coat to the rear.
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01-14-2012, 10:06 PM	#13
ItsHectic But your honour it's my Affluenza I swear! 58 Rep 533 Posts Drives: at a reasonable speed Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NSW iTrader: (0)	Before I made this thread I had called Auto One and they told me they didnt have it, even though I called twice to confirm. Anyway went there today to get some cloths and car wash etc and I saw they had the AA stuff so got me some. If I had known the opti seal etc would work too I would of got my rims done when I had my paint done last week. __________________ 135i M Sport DCT. BSM/Oyster/GP trim. FBO Cobb, Bilstein EDC coilovers, M3 bushings, PSS. Knowledge of the Tapa Tapa Tapa street race start.
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01-17-2012, 12:44 PM	#15
FORMnFUNCTION Private 0 Rep 54 Posts Drives: AW 135i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	I'm going to order some and give it a shot, Stoptech pads sucks for brake dust..(still better then OEM though)
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Detailers Domain Major General 1998 Rep 6,916 Posts Drives: 20 M2C / 22 X3MC Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (24)	have you tried first cleaning them with Sonax Full Effect Wheel Cleaner, then use Wolf's Rim Shield it durable and works well. (this works best when you can take off the wheel and make sure the wolf's rims shield or any wheel wax has good coverage.)
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MPFit Second Lieutenant 4 Rep 251 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 135i CSM Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Gulf Coast, FL iTrader: (1)	I use sonax to clean. Armor All to coat. AA products in general suck, except for the wheel protectant- and it's the best. Didn't like wheel wax and opti coat is nice but $$.
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airs Private First Class 15 Rep 160 Posts Drives: 2009 Space Gray 135i Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	I use FK1000p or Menzerna Powerlock for wheels. The key is proper preparation - take the wheels off and clean them thoroughly before applying anything. When washing wheels, try not to use anything that might strip the protection. __________________ Forge FMIC \| Apex ARC-8 w/ Michelin PSS \| 261 powder coated w/ Conti DWS \| BMW Perf Spoiler \| Tint \| Black Kidneys
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Greg@DetailedImage 125 Rep 3,515 Posts Drives: clean and protected Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	The Poorboy's World Wheel Sealant is my favorite wheel sealant, very strong protection, applies with ease and smells AMAZING! Greg @ DI
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89alpinem3 Private First Class 53 Rep 168 Posts Drives: 16'320i,89'M3,08'X3,12'128i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tucson,AZ iTrader: (0)	Try chemical guys wheel guard over a layer of jet seal, they'll be easy to clean after.
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Greg@DetailedImage 125 Rep 3,515 Posts Drives: clean and protected Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	If you want some crazy durable protection clean and polish your wheels and then apply the Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0 Permanent Paint Coating to them. That will last a long time and make the wheels look outstanding. Greg @ DI
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