Holy s*@# .. Sonax is worth it's weight in gold.

TiAg335i · 03-15-2011, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by phil@detailersdomain

it will go out tomorrow.

it should work well don't forget to use a brush to agitate stubborn areas.

I have one of those cone-shaped brushes for the inner wheel well, but what can I use to brush the stubborn brake dust areas on the wheel face?

Detailers Domain · 03-15-2011, 04:27 PM

the uber wheel brush

or the swissvax wheel brush

Craig@SupremePower · 03-15-2011, 06:07 PM

good shiet...

IancoleTX · 03-15-2011, 06:49 PM

haha didnt know this thread was still going. When I sold my car last week, I gave the new owner the rest of my bottle of Sonax and a strong recommendation lol

TiAg335i · 03-16-2011, 09:28 PM

By the way, the black specs that I can never get off kinda look like this (not my wheel)

Hopefully Sonax can dissolve this...

Detailers Domain · 03-16-2011, 10:39 PM

have you tried to clay them?

if its a tar like or gummi you maybe better off with 3m adhesive remover..

TiAg335i · 03-16-2011, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phil@detailersdomain

have you tried to clay them?

if its a tar like or gummi you maybe better off with 3m adhesive remover..

I did try to clay it to no avail, but it wasn't an aggressive clay...it also seems baked into the wheel...the surface is rough where the particles are

Detailers Domain · 03-16-2011, 10:46 PM

hmmm let me know how the sonax does.

TiAg335i · 03-17-2011, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by phil@detailersdomain

hmmm let me know how the sonax does.

Cool. It should come in today. I was reading up on this stuff called Prosoco 600 that is almost certain to get it off. It is used for cleaning brick and mortar. I know it sounds harsh but if anything is diluted enough it shouldn't be too harmful. Have you ever heard of it?

Here is where I read up on it

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...hlight=prosoco

Detailers Domain · 03-17-2011, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TiAg335i

Cool. It should come in today. I was reading up on this stuff called Prosoco 600 that is almost certain to get it off. It is used for cleaning brick and mortar. I know it sounds harsh but if anything is diluted enough it shouldn't be too harmful. Have you ever heard of it?

Here is where I read up on it

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...hlight=prosoco

sorry I have not.

TiAg335i · 03-17-2011, 03:15 PM

Sonax Full Effect is a no-go. I was impressed with how well it did clean what was on a somewhat dirty wheel however. I didn't have to use my mitt to get the dirt off, it just rinsed off - pretty impressive. Best wheel cleaner I've used to date for sure. I don't see myself getting a lot of uses out of the tiny bottle however. I could even see it working on those black specks because it changed to a purple color. But for the most part the specks didn't budge. Maybe a handful came off.

After that I tried Bug and Tar Remover, Lighter Fluid, Clay, and nothing is taking them off. I think my only other choice is to use acid - or to just live with the spots if acid will ruin my wheels.

ADV.1 Matt · 03-17-2011, 03:30 PM

Sonax > All for wheels!

TiAg335i · 03-17-2011, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by TrackRat

If you saw the black spots turn purple with the Sonax then in fact the spots are sintered brake dust. Multiple coats of Sonax and some brushing will remove the crud. It will take some effort but once the wheels are clean, you can seal/wax them and you won't have this problem in the future.

PLEASE do not use acid on your wheels as you will damage them.

Thanks. Yeah I am not planning on using acid, I think it's too risky. I got down there with a toothbrush on the spots with the Sonax still working on it and they didn't budge. I did this twice. Guess I need to just keep reapplying it and over time they will loosen up. But yeah they were definitely turning purple, I saw little purple trails dribbling down from the spots, it was kinda cool to see.

mkiv · 03-20-2011, 04:39 PM

damn the only western canadian dealer just closed down, anyone from US can ship to canada? i only bought 1 bottle of it before, i should have bought 10...

CHCCubs · 03-20-2011, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by mkiv

damn the only western canadian dealer just closed down, anyone from US can ship to canada? i only bought 1 bottle of it before, i should have bought 10...

You could try eshine.ca, it's a Canadian site that I've used in the past.

jopa489 · 03-21-2011, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TiAg335i

Thanks. Yeah I am not planning on using acid, I think it's too risky. I got down there with a toothbrush on the spots with the Sonax still working on it and they didn't budge. I did this twice. Guess I need to just keep reapplying it and over time they will loosen up. But yeah they were definitely turning purple, I saw little purple trails dribbling down from the spots, it was kinda cool to see.

Go to your local autoparts store (or Target/Walmart) and grab some of this:

Betting it will do the trick. Certainly worth a shot, it's cheap enough and easy to find.

TiAg335i · 03-21-2011, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jopa489

Go to your local autoparts store (or Target/Walmart) and grab some of this:

Betting it will do the trick. Certainly worth a shot, it's cheap enough and easy to find.

I tried Bug & Tar Remover...I think it's made by turtle wax as well....it didn't do a thing. Maybe it's cuz the bottle is old.......

Hedges · 03-22-2011, 12:05 AM

Just bought some from detailers domain and man they were quick on the delivery! 3 days and I recieved mine up here in Toronto. I will give these a try on the rims whiles its off the car right now and get some feedback

qclik · 03-22-2011, 02:00 AM

will sonax ruins the powder coat finish?

DC_driver · 03-23-2011, 04:41 PM

Thinking of buying a bottle of the Sonax.
Has anyone used in on Miro CSL wheels? The finish is weak on Miros.
I have some brake dust dots I can't remove with Zaino soap.
Will Sonax damage the clearcoat on the Miro CSLs?

DC_driver · 03-24-2011, 11:04 AM

I'm ordering a bottle of Sonax and will test it out on a small area of one wheel first. Miro doesn't make the CSL wheel any longer so I can't order a replacement if something goes wrong. Not that I would purchase Miro anything ever again. My list of detailing products to order, besides the Sonax, keeps growing! Talk about a cleaning OCD.

Bobble · 03-24-2011, 12:08 PM

For really stubborn stains you'll need to remove the wheel to get the correct access to the barrels. Sonax works very well, I've tried a sample. As far as using an acid based wheel cleaner like Megs WB the trick is first diluting it down like at least 4:1 and always always always make sure the wheels are wet and do not let the cleaner dwell long enough to dry. I'm frankly more concerned with health issues on acid cleaners than the wheels so gloves and a mask are imperative if you go that route. Alternatively you could use various dilutions of an APC or try Amazing Roll Off as well. If Sonax does not get it done and removing and an aggresive clay does not help I'm saying you are SOL unless you try an aggressive cleaner.

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TiAg335i Trance Life 345 Rep 4,706 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (4)	Sonax Full Effect is a no-go. I was impressed with how well it did clean what was on a somewhat dirty wheel however. I didn't have to use my mitt to get the dirt off, it just rinsed off - pretty impressive. Best wheel cleaner I've used to date for sure. I don't see myself getting a lot of uses out of the tiny bottle however. I could even see it working on those black specks because it changed to a purple color. But for the most part the specks didn't budge. Maybe a handful came off. After that I tried Bug and Tar Remover, Lighter Fluid, Clay, and nothing is taking them off. I think my only other choice is to use acid - or to just live with the spots if acid will ruin my wheels. __________________ Vanguard V2 Exhaust//Vishnu DCI//ACM Angel Eyes
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Bobble Major 56 Rep 1,232 Posts Drives: Whatever POS the wife leaves Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1)	For really stubborn stains you'll need to remove the wheel to get the correct access to the barrels. Sonax works very well, I've tried a sample. As far as using an acid based wheel cleaner like Megs WB the trick is first diluting it down like at least 4:1 and always always always make sure the wheels are wet and do not let the cleaner dwell long enough to dry. I'm frankly more concerned with health issues on acid cleaners than the wheels so gloves and a mask are imperative if you go that route. Alternatively you could use various dilutions of an APC or try Amazing Roll Off as well. If Sonax does not get it done and removing and an aggresive clay does not help I'm saying you are SOL unless you try an aggressive cleaner.
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