10-26-2011, 09:31 AM | #1 |
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Keeping the wheels clean
Since our 1Ms are bestowed with beautiful yet hard-to-clean wheels, can fellow enthusiasts share tips on keeping them clean?
The excessive brake dust collection on the wheels is quite annoying. e.g. Experience with different types of wax/spray, brake dust shield, manual/powered cleaning tools, etc. Thanks! |
10-26-2011, 09:46 AM | #2 |
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Sonax, a wheel stick to get the barrel and a protective coating on it to keep the wheels from accumulating alot of dust. Wheel protectant http://www.detailersdomain.com/Wolfs...ant_p_530.html Last edited by MusclezMarinara; 10-26-2011 at 09:54 AM.. |
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10-26-2011, 11:34 AM | #4 |
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ArmorAll Wheel Protectant will keep them clean for weeks. There have been threads here on that, and you can check out youtube videos for customers who show with/without comparisons. The stuff is great.
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I just pretend like my wheels turn into gunmetal finish every week and then I wash them back to bright silver.
It's like having two sets of wheels!
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10-26-2011, 12:55 PM | #8 |
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Your best bet is going to be three tools:
A interior wheel brush similar to that shown above. Or something like this: http://www.detailedimage.com/DI-Brus.../Full-Size-S1/ A large boar's hair brush to clean the outside of the tire and wheels: http://www.autogeek.net/8inmoorbohaw.html A small detail boar's hair brush for the wheel bolt and spokes: www.autogeek.net/lug-nut-brush.html I also usually spray a wheel cleaner on my wheels prior to scrubbing with regular car shampoo, I am partial to Einzett, but there are other good products out there too. The key point here is you want to be sure you use something that does not strip wax. http://www.1z-usa.com/einszett_wheel_cleaner.html Be very careful with wheel cleaners, many are designed to get dirt off at all costs. The heavy detergents used will strip your wax and in some cases damage the finish of the wheel. Finally, once you have them cleaned up apply a high temperature wax or sealant. I am partial to FK 1000p. Its cheap, easy to apply, lasts forever and rated for higher temps. Higher temp rating is important when it comes to wheels because your brakes and tires can get hot, this heat radiates out to the wheels and can cook off regular wax and sealants. **Edit: Once properly sealed your wheels will be WAY easier to clean and maintain moving forward. Last edited by Amnizu; 10-26-2011 at 12:58 PM.. Reason: more detail |
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I would never use armorall on any BMW or Car especially wheels it will grease up everything... and their wipes SUCK imo |
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I've never had issues with it slinging either, but only use it when I can let it dry overnight. |
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I use Adam's wheel and tire cleaner on my wheels. It is not too harsh; that is what I like about it. And it does the job really well. |
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I waxed my wheels when they were new with Wheel Wax. 2 coats. Now they clean up very easily, but having said that, my 4 wheels take almost as long as the rest of the car.
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Works well on keep brake dust from accumulating and easier to wash off. I'll try that Wolf's wheel product to see if it's any better than Rejex. With Rejex on track wheels we can go a year and the brake dust still comes off easily with car wash soap. Last edited by HP Autosport; 10-27-2011 at 12:32 PM.. |
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Musclez -- where do I buy this wheel cleaning attachment? What are the cleaning elements made of (material)? Love the 1M wheels, but they are tough to clean, especially the barrel. Thanks. |
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I would never use armorall on any BMW or Car especially wheels it will grease up everything... and their wipes SUCK imo[/QUOTE]
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Oops, sorry for double post, 18 month old kid! I agree that in general to avoid armor all. However, the wheel protectant is excellent. I have tried many products and it is great and cheap. And no slinging grease if used as directed. |
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