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    Question Rim wax...is it worth it? One for Wobbly?

    On the newly fitted Volans which have been powder coated having been stripped to bare metal and machined, I am keen to make sure the finish lasts as long as possible. I know some people use rim wax, is there any benefit over ordinary turtle was or similar on 'painted' rims - or am I wasting my money?

    I think the only way to make sure they keep looking good is - of course - to keep them washed. Just wondered if there was any recommended ongoing treatment?

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    I'm sure there is some thing you can put on to help stop brake dust etc eating into the alloy

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    Phil, I'm sorry but the title of this thread just sounds sooooooo wrong!!!!

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    Having "waxe'd my rims" in the past with Chemical guy's wheel guard.

    It is Ok , and does prevent stick on build up of brake dust.

    As with any alloys its important to not allow the nasty stuff to build up.

    A detailling spray (meguirs) is good enough for keeping wheel clean too.
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    Quote Originally Posted by JelT5 View Post
    Phil, I'm sorry but the title of this thread just sounds sooooooo wrong!!!!
    Just what I was thinking - a product that might be useful in prison???!!!
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    Given that you have just spent all that time getting them to look nice - sealing them with a decent wax will be worth it long term.

    I bought an expensive wax but I am not that good with compliancy (don't do it often enough)

    http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wheels.../prod_878.html

    This stuff is supposed to last 12 months or more. I have used the glass cleaning stuff to great effect (lasts 2 years).

    I have used RIM WAX in the past, but I gave my last pot to Bubba last year when we finished detailing his C70.

    Any thing that makes cleaning easier is always a good thing in my book. Also it will make the colour pop more than leaving it flat.

    I spray on bilberry wheel cleaner prior to applying the prewash (snowfoam/CG Hyperwash combo). On the rinse this means 90% of the dirt rinses away.

    This is essential for me, especially on technical large wheels - if the basterds had not nicked 'em.
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    Jerry and Gmain, I was expecting JUST this sort of vulgarity... :p

    Thanks for that Dave and Jase, I will follow these thoughts up. Very useful.

    As I always saw, nothing like a well-polished rim...
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    Brake dust comes out those pads at quite high temperatures - so having some extra protection particularly with new wheels you want to keep looking nice is essential.

    I use 3 things to actually clean the wheels. A wheel brush - I have trialed many but found the EZ detail brush (look it up on CYC) to be the best. A wheelsmitt for the face - though any wash mitt would probably suffice & a hard nylon brush to clean the tyre face, as there is no point putting tyre dressing on a mucky tyre. Stubborn tar spots are zapped with the Tardis (it melts them).

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    I was slightly dissapointed when I actually read this thread

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    Why do you not Wax your rim often?
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    Quote Originally Posted by t5_monkey View Post
    I was slightly dissapointed when I actually read this thread
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    I applied quite a few layer of polish to my white wheels after powder coating...

    They still discoloured and the brake dust still ate into to them. I think that possibly had to do with the lack of followup washing I did..


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    normally, I would have some kind of wize ass remark at this point. In fact, it's expected in many circles but to be honest, there's no need is there.
    That said, ClingTex 100 chainsaw chain oil, rubbed in, although will attract dust and dirt, will also wipe straight off with a cloth.
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    Quote Originally Posted by martinrpeachey View Post
    ........That said, ClingTex 100 chainsaw chain oil, rubbed in, although will attract dust and dirt, will also wipe straight off with a cloth.
    works for me.
    ....For some reaon the "I'm a Lumberjack" song just sprung into my head... Now I've got all sorts of thoughts going through my head!!!


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    Quote Originally Posted by t5_monkey View Post
    I was slightly dissapointed when I actually read this thread
    Just for you Monkey...http://brazilianwaxingstudio.co.uk/m...te_waxing.html

    You could try it for the craic...
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    well what can i say about riming...lol..as i get around a bit and tend 2 use wax a lot..i think it needs 2 be put on by hand in a fast and hard way..i think a glove would be best phil the one we had a yours..lol..as 4 kerbing well i can only wait 2 see how this one turns out...i did notice u had soft hands phil...
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    Quote Originally Posted by PHIL V70R View Post
    well what can i say about riming...lol..as i get around a bit and tend 2 use wax a lot..i think it needs 2 be put on by hand in a fast and hard way..i think a glove would be best phil the one we had a yours..lol..as 4 kerbing well i can only wait 2 see how this one turns out...i did notice u had soft hands phil...
    Oh dear, I could see that one coming... Not a happy thought....
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    ....For some reaon the "I'm a Lumberjack" song just sprung into my head... Now I've got all sorts of thoughts going through my head!!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Flatout Phil View Post
    Just for you Monkey...http://brazilianwaxingstudio.co.uk/m...te_waxing.html

    You could try it for the craic...
    Is that the place you go to.. any good ?

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