Alloy Wheel Wax

gazcaz · 3rd June 2015, 20:08

Anyone got any recommendations please

in anticipation for protecting my newly re-furbed wheels, cant wait Friday cant get here quick enough ,like a kid at Xmas

Been told to use various Armour,Autoglym,Poorboy,Rim Wax and Mer etc.

rich17865 · 3rd June 2015, 20:12

I use auto glym alloy wheel seal.

Jordan Apex · 3rd June 2015, 20:15

Bouncers looking sweet is good, auto finesse mint rims, you definitely want a wax and not a sealant? Plus are you aware you should let the paint cure fully for a few weeks prior to coating them, not wanting to teach you to such eggs but better to be told 100 times than 0 times

gazcaz · 3rd June 2015, 20:17

Thanks yes i will wait a bit

just want to get some so im ready

and basically a protector against brake dust mostly....

Jordan Apex · 3rd June 2015, 20:22

Nothing like being prepared, they will all protect against that but sealants last longer than waxes, quite expensive for initial outlay but really is great protection! Gtechniq c5 is a great sealant for long term protection

If you like waxing wheels then wheel wax is obviously great value as for about 15 quid you will get a good couple of years protection from a tub

aguy · 3rd June 2015, 20:25

Just my opinion.
You can spend a small fortune on specific waxes or you can do as I do these days and just keep them clean.

I spray with an alloy wheel cleaner , Astonish at about £3 a bottle,why pay more? brush in, rinse off and then use my car wax to shine and preserve.

I do use Collinite 476s and it tends to out last many of the waxes.

Thing with detailing products, in my opinion, is that there is an awful lot of snobbery. Fads come and go faster than you can poke a stick.

Best thing is to play around. Wash and clean before applying anything so that you don't scratch with the grime and enjoy the view when finished.

Did mine today nothing more fancy than Greased Lightening used as a detailer for the body and did the wheels as described above. I did use Gtechniq T1 for tyres as I like that.

Harry

ProfDave · 3rd June 2015, 21:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by rich17865

I use auto glym alloy wheel seal.

me too; easy to apply spray; good stuff

Supervinnie40 · 3rd June 2015, 21:14

Couldn't agree more with Jordan!
A good wax, sealant or coating will make cleaning a breeze, protect from dirt, chemicals and other contaminants and will keep them looking good for longer.

Another one not mentioned is car pro reload. Not expensive and works wonders on wheels, trim, rubber and paint. Versatile protection for almost everything.

macafee2 · 3rd June 2015, 21:25

I think as Jordon Apex says Gtechniq C5 http://gtechniq.com/products/auto/pe...5-wheel-armour

I'm sure I have seen this recommended some where

macafee2

Jordan Apex · 3rd June 2015, 21:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by macafee2

I think as Jordon Apex says Gtechniq C5 http://gtechniq.com/products/auto/pe...5-wheel-armour

I'm sure I have seen this recommended some where

macafee2

Probably by me

3rd June 2015, 20:08	#1
gazcaz I really should get out more....... MG ZT Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Worthing Posts: 2,744 Thanks: 3,944 Thanked 576 Times in 471 Posts	Alloy Wheel Wax Anyone got any recommendations please in anticipation for protecting my newly re-furbed wheels, cant wait Friday cant get here quick enough ,like a kid at Xmas Been told to use various Armour,Autoglym,Poorboy,Rim Wax and Mer etc. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] MG ZT 2.5 V6 234th of 2,834 Trophy Blue ZT 190 + Saloons Produced 14th of 27 MG ZTs Produced on 27-09-2001

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Jordan Apex This is my second home Jaguar XFR 2011MY Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Harlow Posts: 6,363 Thanks: 19 Thanked 816 Times in 759 Posts	Bouncers looking sweet is good, auto finesse mint rims, you definitely want a wax and not a sealant? Plus are you aware you should let the paint cure fully for a few weeks prior to coating them, not wanting to teach you to such eggs but better to be told 100 times than 0 times __________________ Now sold! http://i750.photobucket.com/albums/x...psd81417f5.jpg

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gazcaz I really should get out more....... MG ZT Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Worthing Posts: 2,744 Thanks: 3,944 Thanked 576 Times in 471 Posts	Thanks yes i will wait a bit just want to get some so im ready and basically a protector against brake dust mostly.... __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] MG ZT 2.5 V6 234th of 2,834 Trophy Blue ZT 190 + Saloons Produced 14th of 27 MG ZTs Produced on 27-09-2001

3rd June 2015, 20:22	#5
Jordan Apex This is my second home Jaguar XFR 2011MY Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Harlow Posts: 6,363 Thanks: 19 Thanked 816 Times in 759 Posts	Nothing like being prepared, they will all protect against that but sealants last longer than waxes, quite expensive for initial outlay but really is great protection! Gtechniq c5 is a great sealant for long term protection If you like waxing wheels then wheel wax is obviously great value as for about 15 quid you will get a good couple of years protection from a tub __________________ Now sold! http://i750.photobucket.com/albums/x...psd81417f5.jpg

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Supervinnie40 I really should get out more....... Rover 75 1.8 Club Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Tilburg (Netherland) Posts: 2,615 Thanks: 572 Thanked 336 Times in 247 Posts	Couldn't agree more with Jordan! A good wax, sealant or coating will make cleaning a breeze, protect from dirt, chemicals and other contaminants and will keep them looking good for longer. Another one not mentioned is car pro reload. Not expensive and works wonders on wheels, trim, rubber and paint. Versatile protection for almost everything. __________________ Proud owner of the Dutch "Golden 75". A much loved Gold White Metallic Rover 75 1.8 na from 2000.

3rd June 2015, 20:12	#2
rich17865 This is my second home Transit Connect Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Crewe Posts: 9,532 Thanks: 868 Thanked 1,619 Times in 1,095 Posts	I use auto glym alloy wheel seal.

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macafee2 This is my second home Rover 75 Saloon & Tourer Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Lincoln Posts: 14,931 Thanks: 1,630 Thanked 3,032 Times in 2,181 Posts	I think as Jordon Apex says Gtechniq C5 http://gtechniq.com/products/auto/pe...5-wheel-armour I'm sure I have seen this recommended some where macafee2