protection for new wheels

[black olive]

Blackolive is being treated to a set of new alloy wheels.
whats the best product to use from the outset to protect them from brake dust etc ?

thanks

[JohnDotCom]

Not using Car normally cures it.

Or Don't Brake. :D

[pmessling]

well according to auto express product test,
1, Mer Wheel Wax
2, Turtle wax extreme nano-tech wax for wheels
3, Autoglym Alloy wheel seal
4, Rim wax

the product that i use is turtle wax brake dust barrier, the only thing it got slated for is that is doesn't buff up as shinny, although through the amount of time i have used it brake dust comes off easily everytime. when i run out i will try another product

Peter

[Tatts]

I've heard good reviews on this (http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wheels-amp-tyres/chemical-guys-wheel-guard/prod_197.html). Chemical Guys products are pretty good!


What are you using to clean them at the moment?

[AURORA MG]

If you use any of the sealers you need to take wheels off the car or ideally do it before they get put on in the first place however I don't ever bother with any of them & I am a professional valeter & able to get any of them whenever I want.also unless you do as below anyway it's pointless applying the stuff.

My wheels are pretty much as good as they were origionally & on my ZR-Express van they are chrome lipped!.
*Wash them as often as you can & only when they are cold.
*Find the best brush or brushes to get inside the grooves or nuts if they are a more fancy style like split-rims. Halfords/Wilkinsons do some good brushes & Autoglym have just brought out a new soft brush which I have now got (It's red).
*Get some Autoglym or similar mild truck wash diluted in a hand spray & wet the wheels first then spray a little all over the wheel & tyre & use the appropriate utensil to work for you.
By doing this as often as you can prevents brake dust build-up & stops the wheels going dull & peppered with black spots.

[Jules]

Blackolive is being treated to a set of new alloy wheels.
whats the best product to use from the outset to protect them from brake dust etc ?

thanks

What design wheels have you chosen Steve?
Any pics?

The OEM 260 alloys were poor quality finish IMO

[deano78]

i use the wheel guard tatts mentioned, not only does it deter dust build up,making them easier to clean without reaching for superstrong cleaner every wash, it also gives them a "wet" shine. one tub will last an absolute age. in fact you're in my neck of the woods arent you black olive? feel free to pinch some if you like.

[black olive]

Thanks for the offer Deano- I will take you up on that.
Ill Pm you and get in touch