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Deputy347k9 · 06-29-2020, 01:51 PM

Within the last month I purchased two sets of 2014-2015 SS wheels, both set were painted. I had my powder coater give them a "make over". The color of the powder is called "Black Sapphire Too". High gloss and once in the sun light you can see a trace of the sapphire sparkle. Love the color. Center caps are OEM gloss black caps.

This morning I applied a coat of wax, both front and rear. Got thinking as to what would be the best wax or coating to use on the beautiful wheels?

Teach me something new please!

Larry

KillboyPowerhead · 06-29-2020, 06:58 PM

I'm not a detailing pro but I like Silver Wax's sealant; it's a sealant rather than a wax (basically a more durable wax, lasts much longer), and then you can apply your typical synthetic or natural wax on top of it (and then spray wax on top of that if you're so inclined). The sealant seems to work quite well and I get water beading off the paint even after 6 months (no waxing of any kind during those following 6 months - works great!). FYI you can also use the sealant on your windshield - it's like RainX on roids!

Bigdumogre · 06-29-2020, 08:00 PM

Ceramic coating would be a great choice. You can get a kit from amazon for like $40 and do your whole car and rims with it.

Deputy347k9 · 06-29-2020, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by KillboyPowerhead

I'm not a detailing pro but I like Silver Wax's sealant; it's a sealant rather than a wax (basically a more durable wax, lasts much longer), and then you can apply your typical synthetic or natural wax on top of it (and then spray wax on top of that if you're so inclined). The sealant seems to work quite well and I get water beading off the paint even after 6 months (no waxing of any kind during those following 6 months - works great!). FYI you can also use the sealant on your windshield - it's like RainX on roids!

Thank you for the advise. I believe the more suggestions I can get the more informed decision I will make.

Deputy347k9 · 06-29-2020, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Bigdumogre

Ceramic coating would be a great choice. You can get a kit from amazon for like $40 and do your whole car and rims with it.

Another great idea, thank you. With the powder coated wheels and the style I have selected (six sets now) that allow for easier cleaning has helped removing the brake dust.

I love shiny wheels!

Sir Nuke · 06-30-2020, 06:31 AM

Here is another vote for having them CERAMIC COATED. I have had this done to the last 3 cars I have owned and it makes so much of a difference….it makes them sooooooooooo easy to clean!

Valkyrie14 · 06-30-2020, 07:15 PM

Go to Custom Offsets, they carry a line of wheel and tire cleaner that I swear by.

06-29-2020, 01:51 PM	#1
Deputy347k9 Drives: 2014 Ashen Gray Convertible Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Havelock, NC Posts: 1,326	What "WAX" would you recommend? Within the last month I purchased two sets of 2014-2015 SS wheels, both set were painted. I had my powder coater give them a "make over". The color of the powder is called "Black Sapphire Too". High gloss and once in the sun light you can see a trace of the sapphire sparkle. Love the color. Center caps are OEM gloss black caps. This morning I applied a coat of wax, both front and rear. Got thinking as to what would be the best wax or coating to use on the beautiful wheels? Teach me something new please! Larry Attached Images __________________

06-29-2020, 06:58 PM	#2
KillboyPowerhead Drives: 2015 Z/22 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 786	I'm not a detailing pro but I like Silver Wax's sealant; it's a sealant rather than a wax (basically a more durable wax, lasts much longer), and then you can apply your typical synthetic or natural wax on top of it (and then spray wax on top of that if you're so inclined). The sealant seems to work quite well and I get water beading off the paint even after 6 months (no waxing of any kind during those following 6 months - works great!). FYI you can also use the sealant on your windshield - it's like RainX on roids! __________________ Overkill Tuned; K&N Typhoon Cold Air Intake, Ported 80mm Throttle Body/Intake Manifolds/Manifold Spacer; Solo Performance High-Flow Cats, Cat-back Exhaust; Vitesse Motorsports Throttle Controller; Elite Engineering E2 Catch Can; BC Racing BR Coilovers; JPSS Delrin Radius Rod Bushing Inserts, Sway Bars; Pegasus Aluminum Rear Cradle Bushings, Camber/Caster Plates; Z/28 Toe Links, Trailing Arms, Upper Control Arm Bushings, Rear Shock Mounts

06-29-2020, 08:00 PM	#3
Bigdumogre Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: New York Posts: 758	Ceramic coating would be a great choice. You can get a kit from amazon for like $40 and do your whole car and rims with it. __________________ 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS - K&N cai, Katech ported TB, GPI Ported/rod modded manifold, Texas speed 1 7/8 headers, HFC, Flowmaster 2 chambers with x pipe, Mishimoto CC, MSD wires, Roto fab washer relocation, DynoSteve tune, DLR harness, 35% tint, footwell led kit, luxe tinted markers, apex scoop, heritage grill, jre dipstick mod Complete street performance appointment booked - Cam, tsp CNC heads and converter.

06-30-2020, 06:31 AM	#6
Sir Nuke Master of All Things Drives: '20 Corvette Stingray Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southeast of Houston, Texas Posts: 20,609 View My Garage	Here is another vote for having them CERAMIC COATED. I have had this done to the last 3 cars I have owned and it makes so much of a difference….it makes them sooooooooooo easy to clean! __________________

06-30-2020, 07:15 PM	#7
Valkyrie14 Valkyrie14 Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin Posts: 533	Go to Custom Offsets, they carry a line of wheel and tire cleaner that I swear by. __________________ 2014 SS LS3/LSA Supercharger, AGP Dual Pump, ID 1050 injectors, Pegasus solid rear cradle bushings, LT Headers, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite E2 catch can 160 Thermostat, HP Tuners, JL Audio system.