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2SS45th · 10-17-2012, 06:37 PM

Does anyone have an opinion on what I should be using to polish my wheels? They are brushed centers, with a chrome lip, see pic below. I know Modulare said to use soap and water for cleaning, but want to know about wax.

charlietuna · 10-17-2012, 07:08 PM

Check out the thread on Adams Quick Sealant. you can then wax over it for added shine/protection.

2SS45th · 10-17-2012, 07:26 PM

I know I'm not supposed to use any chemicals on these, so I should have clarified that. Really don't want to mess up the finish on these, so I don't want to try anything too crazy.

Lil' Nasty · 10-17-2012, 09:14 PM

You can pm Dylan on here he'll know for sure

2SS45th · 10-17-2012, 09:42 PM

Thanks for the tip, I'll send him a PM.

ihaveacamaro · 10-17-2012, 10:41 PM

Blackfire Wet Diamond Sealant.... or the best thing would be to get some opticoat on there.

Either way, brake dust should be super easy to get off, so much so that normal soap and water will do the trick, no more need for dedicated wheel cleaners

Adam's sealants will work too, if you decide that route.

2SS45th · 10-18-2012, 04:07 PM

I'm not trying to keep brake dust off, my wheels are already coated straight from Modulare, just looking for a way to keep them from getting chemicals on them.

Dznts · 10-18-2012, 04:12 PM

Adam's Quick Sealant is a great product for wheels.

Adam's Polishes · 10-18-2012, 04:47 PM

You're on the right track with the soap/water washing for the wheels... no need for dedicated wheel cleaners unless you get to a point where the brake dust is significant enough to require it. Just need to avoid car washes that contain wax or other additives or that are not pH balanced. Some cleaners are VERY acidic and will cloud up an aftermarket wheel like that in no time flat.

I take a couple ounces of our Adam's Car Wash Shampoo, mix in an empty bottle with a foaming sprayer and use that for delicate wheel cleaning.

Between full washes I'll use our Waterless Wash to wipe the wheels down. Its very gentle and doesn't contain anything that'll leave a coating behind.

Like the others have suggested, Quick Sealant is a great option if you want to put another coating down to keep them protected. A lot of guys here use it for their wheels, but it can also be used for any exterior surface - paint, glass, wheels, etc. I just wrapped up a 1000 mile drive not long ago and used it to protect my truck from bugs... worked perfect!

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=256074

2SS45th · 10-19-2012, 02:20 PM

Found out what to use, talked to a wheel place in town that deals in high end wheels, so I got some Mother's Billet wheel polish. They said that's what to use, so I'll post before and after shots.

Adam's Polishes · 10-19-2012, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 2SS45th

my wheels are already coated straight from Modulare

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2SS45th

Found out what to use, talked to a wheel place in town that deals in high end wheels, so I got some Mother's Billet wheel polish. They said that's what to use, so I'll post before and after shots.

These 2 statements are at odds with eachother...

If the wheels are indeed coated from the manufacture then a billet polish is not what you'd want to use. Probably need to clarify what the surface of the wheels are before you jump to any one product.

If they're coated then they'll be treated like paint... its clear coat.

If they're not coated then you'll use 'billet polish' or any other aluminum polish to CORRECT imperfections. Polishes do not protect the finish.

You also definitely don't want to start polishing on a brushed finish like the spokes.

ihaveacamaro · 10-19-2012, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 2SS45th

I'm not trying to keep brake dust off, my wheels are already coated straight from Modulare, just looking for a way to keep them from getting chemicals on them.

My understanding is If your wheels are coated that means they have clear paint on them. If that's the case then all you need to do is put wax or sealant on it

myold88 · 10-19-2012, 04:15 PM

Any non abrasive car wax will do- The trick is to keep them clean and wax as often as you can- at least every couple of weeks if you use your car often and in bad weather.

2SS45th · 10-19-2012, 05:22 PM

Talked to Modulare finally, they have apparently been busy. They said soap and water, carnauba if I want to. The billet stuff is fine for the hardware and such. And no to anything non organic. So I guess I'll use the was I have, and then jump for some Adams when I run out! I can use the billet on my other non cleared stuff too.

10-17-2012, 06:37 PM	#1
2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,797 View My Garage	Wheel Wax Does anyone have an opinion on what I should be using to polish my wheels? They are brushed centers, with a chrome lip, see pic below. I know Modulare said to use soap and water for cleaning, but want to know about wax. __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.

10-17-2012, 07:08 PM	#2
charlietuna Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,342 View My Garage	Check out the thread on Adams Quick Sealant. you can then wax over it for added shine/protection. __________________ Laus Deo

10-17-2012, 07:26 PM	#3
2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,797 View My Garage	I know I'm not supposed to use any chemicals on these, so I should have clarified that. Really don't want to mess up the finish on these, so I don't want to try anything too crazy. __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.

10-17-2012, 09:14 PM	#4
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10-17-2012, 09:42 PM	#5
2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,797 View My Garage	Thanks for the tip, I'll send him a PM. __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.

10-17-2012, 10:41 PM	#6
ihaveacamaro I like teeth. Drives: #198 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 4,817	Blackfire Wet Diamond Sealant.... or the best thing would be to get some opticoat on there. Either way, brake dust should be super easy to get off, so much so that normal soap and water will do the trick, no more need for dedicated wheel cleaners Adam's sealants will work too, if you decide that route. __________________ . Please check out my youtube detailing channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/roshan517 "When you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, then you will be successful."

10-18-2012, 04:07 PM	#7
2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,797 View My Garage	I'm not trying to keep brake dust off, my wheels are already coated straight from Modulare, just looking for a way to keep them from getting chemicals on them. __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.

10-18-2012, 04:12 PM	#8
Dznts Anabolic Connoisseur Drives: Sold - Blown Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 22,094	Adam's Quick Sealant is a great product for wheels. __________________

10-18-2012, 04:47 PM	#9
Adam's Polishes Drives: The shiny ones. Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: In the detail shop! Posts: 5,979	You're on the right track with the soap/water washing for the wheels... no need for dedicated wheel cleaners unless you get to a point where the brake dust is significant enough to require it. Just need to avoid car washes that contain wax or other additives or that are not pH balanced. Some cleaners are VERY acidic and will cloud up an aftermarket wheel like that in no time flat. I take a couple ounces of our Adam's Car Wash Shampoo, mix in an empty bottle with a foaming sprayer and use that for delicate wheel cleaning. Between full washes I'll use our Waterless Wash to wipe the wheels down. Its very gentle and doesn't contain anything that'll leave a coating behind. Like the others have suggested, Quick Sealant is a great option if you want to put another coating down to keep them protected. A lot of guys here use it for their wheels, but it can also be used for any exterior surface - paint, glass, wheels, etc. I just wrapped up a 1000 mile drive not long ago and used it to protect my truck from bugs... worked perfect! http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=256074

10-19-2012, 02:20 PM	#10
2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,797 View My Garage	Found out what to use, talked to a wheel place in town that deals in high end wheels, so I got some Mother's Billet wheel polish. They said that's what to use, so I'll post before and after shots. __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.

10-19-2012, 04:15 PM	#13
myold88 Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 2018: Lakewood Ranch, Fl. Posts: 8,112 View My Garage	Any non abrasive car wax will do- The trick is to keep them clean and wax as often as you can- at least every couple of weeks if you use your car often and in bad weather. __________________

10-19-2012, 05:22 PM	#14
2SS45th Drives: 11 Seconds or Faster Join Date: May 2012 Location: Arvada, Colorado Posts: 2,797 View My Garage	Talked to Modulare finally, they have apparently been busy. They said soap and water, carnauba if I want to. The billet stuff is fine for the hardware and such. And no to anything non organic. So I guess I'll use the was I have, and then jump for some Adams when I run out! I can use the billet on my other non cleared stuff too. __________________ I Ain't About That Stock Life.