I need a wheel and tire cleaner/dressing combo..
06-05-2007, 06:38 AM
#1
I need a wheel and tire cleaner/dressing combo..
I can't decide which brand to use to clean my wheels and tires. And I can't decide which Dressing to use either.
This is enough gloss for me:
This is TOO much gloss:
Also, has anyone tried Poorboy
This is enough gloss for me:
This is TOO much gloss:
Also, has anyone tried Poorboy
06-05-2007, 07:17 AM
#3
Anybody used any of the following cleaners?:
Blackfire Gel Wheel & Tire Cleaner
Menzerna Gel 7.5 Tire & Wheel Cleaner
P21S Regular and Gel formula
Amazing Roll-Off
Or Dressings?:
Duragloss #253
Blackfire Long Lasting Tire Gel
Optimum Tire Shine
Blackfire Gel Wheel & Tire Cleaner
Menzerna Gel 7.5 Tire & Wheel Cleaner
P21S Regular and Gel formula
Amazing Roll-Off
Or Dressings?:
Duragloss #253
Blackfire Long Lasting Tire Gel
Optimum Tire Shine
06-05-2007, 07:44 AM
#4
wheel wax is for wheels, not tires-
most of your choices will be fine if you dont apply heavy and only one coat- apply and wipe off...
tip: for minimal gloss, your interior protectant is a good choice too
most of your choices will be fine if you dont apply heavy and only one coat- apply and wipe off...
tip: for minimal gloss, your interior protectant is a good choice too
06-05-2007, 07:52 AM
#6
Originally Posted by GranPrix,Jun 5 2007, 07:47 AM
I know, I wanted a wax/sealant so it's easier to clean.
i like non-acid based cleaners for 99% of wheels that i clean... and prob 85% of the time i use a good brush and the car shampoo (separate bucket). of the wheel cleaners that you mention, p21s is my fav
the 1% that i will go acid with are those with serious problems- usually baked on brake dust... always, always, always rinse the wheels first and do not let the cleaner sit on the wheel long enough to dry at all. too many guys use acid based cleaners as their go to cleaner- too easy to damage the wheel... especially clear coated wheels.
tip #2- whatever you use on your paint is a good choice for protecting the wheels- they are clearcoated just like the rest of the car
06-05-2007, 07:58 AM
#7
Originally Posted by wanabe,Jun 5 2007, 07:52 AM
o.k.
i like non-acid based cleaners for 99% of wheels that i clean... and prob 85% of the time i use a good brush and the car shampoo (separate bucket). of the wheel cleaners that you mention, p21s is my fav
the 1% that i will go acid with are those with serious problems- usually baked on brake dust... always, always, always rinse the wheels first and do not let the cleaner sit on the wheel long enough to dry at all. too many guys use acid based cleaners as their go to cleaner- too easy to damage the wheel... especially clear coated wheels.
tip #2- whatever you use on your paint is a good choice for protecting the wheels- they are clearcoated just like the rest of the car
i like non-acid based cleaners for 99% of wheels that i clean... and prob 85% of the time i use a good brush and the car shampoo (separate bucket). of the wheel cleaners that you mention, p21s is my fav
the 1% that i will go acid with are those with serious problems- usually baked on brake dust... always, always, always rinse the wheels first and do not let the cleaner sit on the wheel long enough to dry at all. too many guys use acid based cleaners as their go to cleaner- too easy to damage the wheel... especially clear coated wheels.
tip #2- whatever you use on your paint is a good choice for protecting the wheels- they are clearcoated just like the rest of the car
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06-05-2007, 08:10 AM
#8
Originally Posted by GranPrix,Jun 5 2007, 07:58 AM
the p21s regular of gel?
have used the gel, but thats almost as rare as acid based-
good point though- i first try the gel and only use the acid based on what the gel doesnt get (unless i can tell that the wheels are so neglected that prob nothing is gonna get it)- forgot to mention that above.
more info here:
http://www.p21s.com/products/bis_wc2.html
