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Pima · 05-10-2013, 12:48 PM

I am just trying to get people experience with different products so i can make a good decision on what i need for my 1le wheels

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CamaroDreams07 · 05-10-2013, 01:00 PM

The best thing you can do for your wheels is wash them every time you wash the car. If you do this, you'll never need anything more than car soap and water. I just use a utility microfiber towel and my wash water after I finish cleaning the car.

If you get behind, you'll need a stronger cleaner. I really like Sonax Full Effect and Adam's Deep Wheel Cleaner. I'd say these are interchangeable in terms of effectiveness. It'd be a good idea to invest in a boar's hair brush as well.

Keeping a coat of sealant on the wheels will help keep brake dust from sticking and will make cleaning a ton easier.

Hope that helps

AmericanMuscleCars · 05-10-2013, 02:51 PM

Black magic tire wet BUT listen to camarodreams07 he knows more than anybody else on this forum!

CamaroDreams07 · 05-10-2013, 02:56 PM

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Black magic tire wet BUT listen to camarodreams07 he knows more than anybody else on this forum!

Not even close. No.

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Dznts · 05-10-2013, 04:11 PM

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LuSe4 · 05-10-2013, 04:21 PM

Always treat your wheels like you would your door or your hood. Car wash soap and water as Camarodreams has stated. Harsh chemicals are never the answer!

Pima · 05-10-2013, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroDreams07

The best thing you can do for your wheels is wash them every time you wash the car. If you do this, you'll never need anything more than car soap and water. I just use a utility microfiber towel and my wash water after I finish cleaning the car.

If you get behind, you'll need a stronger cleaner. I really like Sonax Full Effect and Adam's Deep Wheel Cleaner. I'd say these are interchangeable in terms of effectiveness. It'd be a good idea to invest in a boar's hair brush as well.

Keeping a coat of sealant on the wheels will help keep brake dust from sticking and will make cleaning a ton easier.

Hope that helps

What about adams wheel cleaning supplies? Like there brushes, are they worth investing in

Galaxy s3

CamaroDreams07 · 05-10-2013, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Pima

What about adams wheel cleaning supplies? Like there brushes, are they worth investing in

Galaxy s3

They sell really great brushes. I have a few myself.

CamaroJim56 · 05-10-2013, 04:53 PM

Wish Adams would sell individual samples, instead of the kits which don't contain all I want to try...or maybe they do...???

CamaroDreams07 · 05-10-2013, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroJim56

Wish Adams would sell individual samples, instead of the kits which don't contain all I want to try...or maybe they do...???

What do you want a sample of? I'll send you some if it's something I have if you cover the shipping.

CamaroJim56 · 05-10-2013, 05:17 PM

I may take you up on this!

Hell, I might think about flying you up to the Wash., DC area and ALLOW you to detail my car! (for free of course)

Wish I knew who to take it to in Northern Virginia for at least one good detailing. Shouldn't be too tough as she is only 3 months old.

My biggest issue are the wheels, they are from my 2011, and the barrels are real bad, and no amount of cleaner or scrubbing seems to clean them.

Thanks for the offer.

Jim

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Originally Posted by CamaroDreams07

What do you want a sample of? I'll send you some if it's something I have if you cover the shipping.

CamaroDreams07 · 05-10-2013, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroJim56

I may take you up on this!

Hell, I might think about flying you up to the Wash., DC area and ALLOW you to detail my car! (for free of course)

Wish I knew who to take it to in Northern Virginia for at least one good detailing. Shouldn't be too tough as she is only 3 months old.

My biggest issue are the wheels, they are from my 2011, and the barrels are real bad, and no amount of cleaner or scrubbing seems to clean them.

Thanks for the offer.

Jim

Hey, you fly me there, I'm in!

Vacations are great and then you'll know how to do your cars from now on.

PM me and I can get you some of Adam's new Deep Wheel Cleaner and some tips on how to attack those barrels.

AmericanMuscleCars · 05-10-2013, 05:33 PM

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Only joking lol

jokerkojack · 05-11-2013, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroDreams07

Hey, you fly me there, I'm in!

Vacations are great and then you'll know how to do your cars from now on.

PM me and I can get you some of Adam's new Deep Wheel Cleaner and some tips on how to attack those barrels.

Cam07.. Can you share them tips.. I'm also having a hard time with baked on brake dust... Maybe someone can make a video!

05-10-2013, 12:48 PM	#1
Pima Drives: 2013 2ss/rs/1le vr. Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: cincinnati Posts: 268 View My Garage	What do you use to clean your wheels I am just trying to get people experience with different products so i can make a good decision on what i need for my 1le wheels Galaxy s3

05-10-2013, 01:00 PM	#2
CamaroDreams07 Drives: Slow V6 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: East Lansing, MI Posts: 9,361 View My Garage	The best thing you can do for your wheels is wash them every time you wash the car. If you do this, you'll never need anything more than car soap and water. I just use a utility microfiber towel and my wash water after I finish cleaning the car. If you get behind, you'll need a stronger cleaner. I really like Sonax Full Effect and Adam's Deep Wheel Cleaner. I'd say these are interchangeable in terms of effectiveness. It'd be a good idea to invest in a boar's hair brush as well. Keeping a coat of sealant on the wheels will help keep brake dust from sticking and will make cleaning a ton easier. Hope that helps __________________ [B]

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LuSe4 Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS RS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 1,058	Always treat your wheels like you would your door or your hood. Car wash soap and water as Camarodreams has stated. Harsh chemicals are never the answer! __________________ -2013 Summit White over Inferno Orange 2SS RS- -2014 White Diamond Silverado Z71 Crew Cab Short Box-

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AmericanMuscleCars Teenage Dream Camaro Drives: A Visually Stunning Camaro Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Florida Posts: 1,722	Black magic tire wet BUT listen to camarodreams07 he knows more than anybody else on this forum!