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chambers3214@yahoo.com · 08-14-2015, 04:11 PM

I ain't to long just purchased a 15 ZL1? Just wondering what's a good wheel cleaner to use on the wheels? That will not fade or turn the color of the wheels. Y'all guys let me know what good cleaning agents y'all use?

Retro69 · 08-14-2015, 04:23 PM

I just use apc diluted about 50%. Don't let it dry on the wheels. I generally do the wheels first then soap 'em up with car wash shampoo before I start on the car to "hold" them until the final rinse. Helps to keep them from water spotting.

seven · 08-14-2015, 05:48 PM

I use the same car soap I use for car with wheel woolie and wash kit. I don't have your rims but mine are matte black and I coated them with Optimum Gloss Coat. Super easy to clean. And no need to wax regularly cause the coating should last a couple of years.

ZMEnow · 08-15-2015, 10:23 PM

Eagle One Aluminum wheel cleaner for a couple of years now. I wasted money on some of the exotic stuff and this stuff works fine. Spray it on, clean the wheels with your normal brushes and hose or power wash off. Gets that brake dust right off which is like every time you move the car. I also put on a good wheel wax at the beginning of the year.

chambers3214@yahoo.com · 08-16-2015, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by ZMEnow

Eagle One Aluminum wheel cleaner for a couple of years now. I wasted money on some of the exotic stuff and this stuff works fine. Spray it on, clean the wheels with your normal brushes and hose or power wash off. Gets that brake dust right off which is like every time you move the car. I also put on a good wheel wax at the beginning of the year.

What kind of wheel brush n wax u use?

2014CamaroZL1 · 08-17-2015, 01:53 PM

It depends how much you drive your car and how dirty the wheels get.
Sonax Full Effect wheel cleaner is a miracle for brake dust.
http://www.autogeek.net/sonax-wheel-...FcEUHwodquIEVA

However, it does not do anything for oily-based road grime.
Turtle Wax car soap works very well, if you are willing to do each wheel by hand.

mmarx82 · 08-17-2015, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 2014CamaroZL1

It depends how much you drive your car and how dirty the wheels get.
Sonax Full Effect wheel cleaner is a miracle for brake dust.
http://www.autogeek.net/sonax-wheel-...FcEUHwodquIEVA

However, it does not do anything for oily-based road grime.
Turtle Wax car soap works very well, if you are willing to do each wheel by hand.

I use the same...

Red2014SS · 08-17-2015, 02:39 PM

Simple Green. 50-50 mix with water. Spray on, let it sit for about 5 minutes, then rinse off. If it doesn't get it all off, then repeat.

bobby35ny · 08-17-2015, 02:49 PM

Mix 30% car soap and 70% water in a spray bottle that's all you need, get a Daytona wheel brush and woolies. do NOT use any type of "cleaners". Cleaners will dull out the clearcoat over time.
-Bobby

URBAN LEGEND · 08-17-2015, 02:57 PM

Sonax full effect. You still need to hand wash the wheels though.

Aequitas & Veritas · 08-17-2015, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Red2014SS

Simple Green. 50-50 mix with water. Spray on, let it sit for about 5 minutes, then rinse off. If it doesn't get it all off, then repeat.

Agreed, though mine might be a 30-70 mix pending and I use a microfiber towel and clean it off that way. But I do each wheel by hand as mine are powdercoated white so they collect dirt and grime easily. I do it once a week. Works great.

Red2014SS · 08-17-2015, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Aequitas & Veritas

Agreed, though mine might be a 30-70 mix pending and I use a microfiber towel and clean it off that way. But I do each wheel by hand as mine are powdercoated white so they collect dirt and grime easily. I do it once a week. Works great.

Yeah, I started using Simple Green on my Harley. Nothing sucks worse than brake dust on spoked wheels. This stuff works miracles.

ZMEnow · 08-17-2015, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 2014CamaroZL1

It depends how much you drive your car and how dirty the wheels get.
Sonax Full Effect wheel cleaner is a miracle for brake dust.
http://www.autogeek.net/sonax-wheel-...FcEUHwodquIEVA

However, it does not do anything for oily-based road grime.
Turtle Wax car soap works very well, if you are willing to do each wheel by hand.

I used SONAX until one day I ran out so I bought the Eagle 1, never looked back does the exact same thing, save your $$.. The diff is in what you coat your wheels with..

08-14-2015, 04:11 PM	#1
chambers3214@yahoo.com Drives: 2017 camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: south carolina Posts: 84	What's a good cleaning solution for ZL1 rims? I ain't to long just purchased a 15 ZL1? Just wondering what's a good wheel cleaner to use on the wheels? That will not fade or turn the color of the wheels. Y'all guys let me know what good cleaning agents y'all use?

08-14-2015, 04:23 PM	#2
Retro69 Drives: 2018 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Morgan, UT Posts: 1,359	I just use apc diluted about 50%. Don't let it dry on the wheels. I generally do the wheels first then soap 'em up with car wash shampoo before I start on the car to "hold" them until the final rinse. Helps to keep them from water spotting. __________________

08-14-2015, 05:48 PM	#3
seven Drives: 2015 Camaro RS 2LT AGM Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 672	I use the same car soap I use for car with wheel woolie and wash kit. I don't have your rims but mine are matte black and I coated them with Optimum Gloss Coat. Super easy to clean. And no need to wax regularly cause the coating should last a couple of years. __________________ 2015 RS Camaro 2LT with Sunroof, Performance Exhaust, Ground Effects, Tinted Windows, LED Fog Lights(DD), CAI Cold Air Intake, Ghosted Side Markers(Showstopper), Elite Catch Can, Xpel & SunTek PPF, Replica Z28 High Wing Spoiler, ZL1 Replica Wheels(Satin Black Factory Reproductions)

08-17-2015, 01:53 PM	#6
2014CamaroZL1 Drives: 2014 CRT ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Central NJ Posts: 712	It depends how much you drive your car and how dirty the wheels get. Sonax Full Effect wheel cleaner is a miracle for brake dust. http://www.autogeek.net/sonax-wheel-...FcEUHwodquIEVA However, it does not do anything for oily-based road grime. Turtle Wax car soap works very well, if you are willing to do each wheel by hand. __________________ *ZL1 Camaro* - Worlds Largest* Sports Car* Road King - Not Garage Queen

08-17-2015, 02:39 PM	#8
Red2014SS Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,421	Simple Green. 50-50 mix with water. Spray on, let it sit for about 5 minutes, then rinse off. If it doesn't get it all off, then repeat. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, L99, SW LTH w/HF Cats, GMPP Ex. Z/28 CAI, FR41s in PVD Black Chrome, Recaros, Pfadt Sway 377hp, 383tq 12.739@110.44 MPH

08-15-2015, 10:23 PM	#4
ZMEnow Drives: ZL1, 2013, tri-coat-red, manual Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,607	Eagle One Aluminum wheel cleaner for a couple of years now. I wasted money on some of the exotic stuff and this stuff works fine. Spray it on, clean the wheels with your normal brushes and hose or power wash off. Gets that brake dust right off which is like every time you move the car. I also put on a good wheel wax at the beginning of the year.

08-17-2015, 02:49 PM	#9
bobby35ny Drives: 18 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South East, FL Posts: 3,024	Mix 30% car soap and 70% water in a spray bottle that's all you need, get a Daytona wheel brush and woolies. do NOT use any type of "cleaners". Cleaners will dull out the clearcoat over time. -Bobby __________________ 2017 ZL1 M6 Bog City, 2013 ZL1 M6, 2010 2SS M6 ZL1::J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS

08-17-2015, 02:57 PM	#10
URBAN LEGEND Drives: 20 X3M CP & 19 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Brenham, TX Posts: 3,517	Sonax full effect. You still need to hand wash the wheels though. __________________ 🔺22 RS E TRON GT 🔺21 Model S Plaid