Wheel Cleaner Recommendations

QUM01Z · 02-15-2010, 03:49 AM

Evening

Can anyone recommend a good Spray on Hose off product to clean the Alloys! The Double Spoke wheels on my 335 are a pain in the ass to clean especially trying to get into those little groves.

I have tried the following products:

So Easy - Wheel Cleaner
BMW Wheel Cleaner
Kitten Wheel Cleaner

So Easy seems to work best but still doesn't get all the grease off the wheels.

Would love some suggestions?

Thanks Guys

andrew@southernBM · 02-15-2010, 06:09 AM

Have a look at final inspection

BMW //MPOWER · 02-15-2010, 06:29 AM

No cleaner required, just get a high pressure pump & hose, plug in & go, will probably work out cheaper in the long run & has several other applications.

samchuang33 · 02-15-2010, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW //MPOWER

No cleaner required, just get a high pressure pump & hose, plug in & go, will probably work out cheaper in the long run & has several other applications.

But last time i tried high pressure hose, it could get all of the brake dust off and i still have to scrub the wheel over again.

ansch · 02-15-2010, 05:39 PM

P21 wheel gel and get a proper wheel brush to get into the spokes. The right tools makes everything easier and faster.

CRT3 · 02-15-2010, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ansch

The right tools makes everything easier and faster.

+1

KingClifton · 02-15-2010, 08:37 PM

Sonax Xtreme Wheel Cleaner, $20, best thing I have ever used on wheels.

BMW //MPOWER · 02-15-2010, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by samchuang33

But last time i tried high pressure hose, it could get all of the brake dust off and i still have to scrub the wheel over again.

Wasn't high enough pressure then, the one i had (before it died after 6 years) would get all the dust off & leave the rim smooth & clean to touch.

Dec540 · 02-16-2010, 02:42 AM

Anyone tried the wheel cleaner that final inspection sell?

JC3 · 02-16-2010, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Dec540

Anyone tried the wheel cleaner that final inspection sell?

Yeah, I use the stuff and love it... but then I'm a massive Final Inspection fan. I call Damian (the guy who owns FI) the willy wonka of car detailing products. He sells products that work like magic.

I believe he has a short video on his website that shows how to use PWC (power wheel cleaner) on your wheels.

QUM01Z · 02-16-2010, 06:02 AM

Hey Mate, Where can I get a hold of this?

Quote:

Originally Posted by KingClifton

Sonax Xtreme Wheel Cleaner, $20, best thing I have ever used on wheels.

Dec540 · 02-16-2010, 06:10 AM

I just bought some of the p21s wheel cleaner gel from carcareproducts. They are awesome there and i hear p21s make some awesome products so i bought a few things from them. Last time i cleaned my wheels it took me over half an hour and they weren't even that dirty so hopefully this helps

I should get it on Friday, i'll let you know how it all goes

KingClifton · 02-16-2010, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by QUM01Z

Hey Mate, Where can I get a hold of this?

I bought mine from Norwood Parade Auto Spares in Adelaide, but I've also seen it at Autobarn. HSV dealers also sell it as part of a kit (this plus tyre black and rim polish/wax) for about $45.

Dec540 · 02-18-2010, 03:38 AM

As i mentioned the other day i bought some p21s performance wheel cleaner on Wednesday. I was praying it would arrive today as my car was in desperate need of a wash but i knew it was a bit ambitious.

There was no parcel when i got home from work so i started washing my car. I washed the whole thing including spending 30 mins on wheels alone and was spraying on tyre shine which is the last thing i do, when i see a fastway van pull into my street.....

My mothers car is a Saab and it spits out more brake dust than my car. It hasn't had a wash for over 3 weeks so i figured that was a decent benchmark. I sprayed a light coat on and left it for the best part of 2 minutes (can be left on for up to 2 hours) whilst i plugged in the Karcher. To my amazement about 95% of the brake dust washed off and you could see the bits i missed when i sprayed. It took about another 30 seconds on each wheel with a dirty wash mit (i forgot that i got a wheel brush in my package from CCP) and they were spotless.

Its $40 for 500ml so its not cheap but my wheels usually take 30 mins and a lot of elbow grease to clean. It should cut that down to 10 mins and I'd say you would get at least 20 washes from that. Highly recommended as are Carcareproducts. They have competitive pricing, independent reviews, really fast shipping and Greg is awesome if your ever in need of some advice.

QUM01Z · 02-19-2010, 05:38 AM

Sounds good, I got some wheel cleaner from Final Inspection today, I will give it a go on the weekend and let you know.

Where is carcareproducts? How do I source this one?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dec540

As i mentioned the other day i bought some p21s performance wheel cleaner on Wednesday. I was praying it would arrive today as my car was in desperate need of a wash but i knew it was a bit ambitious.

There was no parcel when i got home from work so i started washing my car. I washed the whole thing including spending 30 mins on wheels alone and was spraying on tyre shine which is the last thing i do, when i see a fastway van pull into my street.....

My mothers car is a Saab and it spits out more brake dust than my car. It hasn't had a wash for over 3 weeks so i figured that was a decent benchmark. I sprayed a light coat on and left it for the best part of 2 minutes (can be left on for up to 2 hours) whilst i plugged in the Karcher. To my amazement about 95% of the brake dust washed off and you could see the bits i missed when i sprayed. It took about another 30 seconds on each wheel with a dirty wash mit (i forgot that i got a wheel brush in my package from CCP) and they were spotless.

Its $40 for 500ml so its not cheap but my wheels usually take 30 mins and a lot of elbow grease to clean. It should cut that down to 10 mins and I'd say you would get at least 20 washes from that. Highly recommended as are Carcareproducts. They have competitive pricing, independent reviews, really fast shipping and Greg is awesome if your ever in need of some advice.

Dec540 · 02-19-2010, 06:12 AM

Try this ? :P

shailesh · 03-14-2010, 10:31 AM

Another vote for Final Inspection's Power wheel cleaner (PWC).

Ninjaoz · 03-15-2010, 12:31 AM

yeah Final Inspection PWC (V2.0) is "the" best wheel cleaner, i even try it on exhaust tips, works brilliantly!

benaud · 03-15-2010, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Dec540

Try this ? :P

took me to the meguiars website.

QUM01Z · 03-18-2010, 02:33 AM

Got some some products today from the States, Will give them a go over the weekend if this rain decides to ease up and will post my thoughts

J

Burto · 03-22-2010, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by KingClifton

Sonax Xtreme Wheel Cleaner, $20, best thing I have ever used on wheels.

Picked this up the other day for 15 bucks from F&H Autos, I have to say that I totally agree, So so good, wiped the floor with the BMW brand cleaner!

Burto

02-15-2010, 03:49 AM	#1
QUM01Z Private First Class 9 Rep 169 Posts Drives: E92 335i / 2011 Merc C250 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Brisbane, Australia iTrader: (0)	Wheel Cleaner Recommendations Evening Can anyone recommend a good Spray on Hose off product to clean the Alloys! The Double Spoke wheels on my 335 are a pain in the ass to clean especially trying to get into those little groves. I have tried the following products: So Easy - Wheel Cleaner BMW Wheel Cleaner Kitten Wheel Cleaner So Easy seems to work best but still doesn't get all the grease off the wheels. Would love some suggestions? Thanks Guys __________________ JB4/ AR DP's/M Sport/ 19" Double Spoke Alloys/ Roof/ Blk Front Grilles/ Comfort Access. www.uniquemobiles.com.au
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02-15-2010, 06:09 AM	#2
andrew@southernBM 189 Rep 1,539 Posts Drives: M2 G87, M4 G82 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia. iTrader: (0)	Have a look at final inspection
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02-15-2010, 06:29 AM	#3
BMW //MPOWER Major 32 Rep 1,403 Posts Drives: BMW G20 M340i xdrive Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2004 325ci individu ... [0.00]	No cleaner required, just get a high pressure pump & hose, plug in & go, will probably work out cheaper in the long run & has several other applications. __________________ Current: BMW G20 M340xi Sapphire Black Previous: BMW G30 530E Carbon Black M Sport BMW E46 325Ci M Clubsport Carbon Black BMW E36 318i Alpine White M Sport
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02-15-2010, 05:39 PM	#5
ansch Captain 34 Rep 646 Posts Drives: SGM 135i Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Brisbane, Australia iTrader: (1)	P21 wheel gel and get a proper wheel brush to get into the spokes. The right tools makes everything easier and faster.
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02-15-2010, 08:37 PM	#7
KingClifton Private 4 Rep 97 Posts Drives: 2009 320d & 2011.5 X5 30d Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Adelaide iTrader: (0)	Sonax Xtreme Wheel Cleaner, $20, best thing I have ever used on wheels.
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02-16-2010, 02:42 AM	#9
Dec540 Captain 140 Rep 679 Posts Drives: G80 M3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sunshine Coast, Australia iTrader: (0)	Anyone tried the wheel cleaner that final inspection sell?
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02-16-2010, 06:10 AM	#12
Dec540 Captain 140 Rep 679 Posts Drives: G80 M3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sunshine Coast, Australia iTrader: (0)	I just bought some of the p21s wheel cleaner gel from carcareproducts. They are awesome there and i hear p21s make some awesome products so i bought a few things from them. Last time i cleaned my wheels it took me over half an hour and they weren't even that dirty so hopefully this helps I should get it on Friday, i'll let you know how it all goes
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02-18-2010, 03:38 AM	#14
Dec540 Captain 140 Rep 679 Posts Drives: G80 M3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sunshine Coast, Australia iTrader: (0)	As i mentioned the other day i bought some p21s performance wheel cleaner on Wednesday. I was praying it would arrive today as my car was in desperate need of a wash but i knew it was a bit ambitious. There was no parcel when i got home from work so i started washing my car. I washed the whole thing including spending 30 mins on wheels alone and was spraying on tyre shine which is the last thing i do, when i see a fastway van pull into my street..... My mothers car is a Saab and it spits out more brake dust than my car. It hasn't had a wash for over 3 weeks so i figured that was a decent benchmark. I sprayed a light coat on and left it for the best part of 2 minutes (can be left on for up to 2 hours) whilst i plugged in the Karcher. To my amazement about 95% of the brake dust washed off and you could see the bits i missed when i sprayed. It took about another 30 seconds on each wheel with a dirty wash mit (i forgot that i got a wheel brush in my package from CCP) and they were spotless. Its $40 for 500ml so its not cheap but my wheels usually take 30 mins and a lot of elbow grease to clean. It should cut that down to 10 mins and I'd say you would get at least 20 washes from that. Highly recommended as are Carcareproducts. They have competitive pricing, independent reviews, really fast shipping and Greg is awesome if your ever in need of some advice.
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02-19-2010, 06:12 AM	#16
Dec540 Captain 140 Rep 679 Posts Drives: G80 M3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sunshine Coast, Australia iTrader: (0)	Try this ? :P
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03-14-2010, 10:31 AM	#17
shailesh bmwer 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: bmw Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	PWC Another vote for Final Inspection's Power wheel cleaner (PWC).
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Ninjaoz Major 81 Rep 1,123 Posts Drives: E39 540i, E90 320d,F15 30d Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 320d [10.00]	yeah Final Inspection PWC (V2.0) is "the" best wheel cleaner, i even try it on exhaust tips, works brilliantly!
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03-18-2010, 02:33 AM	#20
QUM01Z Private First Class 9 Rep 169 Posts Drives: E92 335i / 2011 Merc C250 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Brisbane, Australia iTrader: (0)	Sonus Products Got some some products today from the States, Will give them a go over the weekend if this rain decides to ease up and will post my thoughts J __________________ JB4/ AR DP's/M Sport/ 19" Double Spoke Alloys/ Roof/ Blk Front Grilles/ Comfort Access. www.uniquemobiles.com.au
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