BMW wheel wax

6SpeedMan · 01-17-2007, 06:23 PM

So I bought some "Wheel Wax" today at the BMW boutique shop. I have not had a chance to use it because at the moment I don't have a car (Feb 12th), so what am I missing anyone else tried this stuff?

250XFOS · 01-17-2007, 10:01 PM

Hey 6speed, yes I have, I bought it from somewhere else, is not branded BMW but is called wheel wax. I DOES NOT seem to repel the brake dust at all, but it DOES makes cleaning the dust much easier, seems that it that brake dust does not stick to the rim as bad. You will have to take each wheel off to do the inside rim which is the part that most brake dust gets. I do a full coat of wheel was every six months, and a monthly coat just on the exterior face. Good Luck with your new machine.

ICALL · 01-17-2007, 10:23 PM

Picus uses Poorboys on his wheels. Look for one of his posts then click on his name and search other posts. Well worth it.

If you're first picking up your car you may want to read his new car prep sticky at the top of the forum too.

Lastly, I used Klasse AIO and SG on my rims. I found the brake dust slides right off very easily with a sponge. Rim clean time is at least cut in half. They also have significantly less break dust on them before.

Congrats on the new car. Don't let the dealer wash it before giving it to you

picus · 01-17-2007, 11:11 PM

What color is the actual product? I know all BMW detailing products are re-badged, I'd just like to figure out which it's a re-badge of.

(I am guessing it is Wheel Wax Brand re-badge)

dmboone25 · 01-18-2007, 08:42 AM

I have heard great things about the Poorboy's.....wheels are still going to get dirty and dusty, but they will clean off much easier. Never done it myself--need to try, as this is one of the most time consuming parts of keeping the Bimmer clean....

250XFOS · 01-18-2007, 09:36 AM

Wheel Wax Comes In A Black Can, Product Is Cream Colored.

Here's how it looks.

Where can I buy Poorboy's, here we have Pep Boys, Autozone and Napa auto stores.

Have a good day

Ninjaneer · 01-18-2007, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 250XFOS

Where can I buy Poorboy's, here we have Pep Boys, Autozone and Napa auto stores.

I haven't been able to find them locally. You can get PB's Wheel Sealant at http://www.autogeek.net/pbws.html or http://store.pakshak.com/poorboys-wh...alant-8oz.html

Or search Google for other sites.

I got mine when I ordered my MF towels from PakShak

picus · 01-18-2007, 12:51 PM

Oh I see, I thought BMW was re-badging wheel wax, I guess they are just selling Wheel Wax brand wheel wax.

6SpeedMan · 01-18-2007, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by picus

What color is the actual product? I know all BMW detailing products are re-badged, I'd just like to figure out which it's a re-badge of.

(I am guessing it is Wheel Wax Brand re-badge)

Nope seems to just be "wheel wax", no bmw badge on it.

picus · 01-18-2007, 04:43 PM

Oh well there ya go. Ya, Wheel Wax is good stuff, it's been around awhile; just clean the wheels well then apply thin, let haze, remove.

6SpeedMan · 01-18-2007, 06:08 PM

Thanks, I was curious if I needed to return it before I get a chance to use it.

QwaZyWabbiT · 01-18-2007, 06:22 PM

Also you guys might try a product called Rejex. Designed as an aircraft coating, it is safe for clearcoated wheels. I use it. It does a fantastic job keeping the dust from sticking. I can actually use compressed air to cleen the wheels. Granted, some muck (tar) will stick from the road, therefore the dust will stick to that, but the wheels are a snap to clean.

pander5 · 01-18-2007, 07:55 PM

Heed the advice from picus, apply it thin. Otherwise it's tough to get off if applied too thick.

6SpeedMan · 01-18-2007, 08:08 PM

What would you guys say is the Best Tire Dressing.

Something that stays a long time and shines pretty good.

QwaZyWabbiT · 01-31-2007, 06:44 PM

I find that meguiars tire gels work the best. They keep the tires from turning brown, and keeps the tire looking great for 1-2 weeks depending on the amount of rain we have had.

picus · 01-31-2007, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 6SpeedMan

What would you guys say is the Best Tire Dressing.

Something that stays a long time and shines pretty good.

I didn't see this. The new Z16 is my favorite in terms of longevity. Apply twice for more "bling".

01-17-2007, 06:23 PM	#1
6SpeedMan Poor rich kid working 73 Rep 829 Posts Drives: 335i soon to be M3 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bellevue, Washington iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 E90 330i [0.00]	BMW wheel wax So I bought some "Wheel Wax" today at the BMW boutique shop. I have not had a chance to use it because at the moment I don't have a car (Feb 12th), so what am I missing anyone else tried this stuff? __________________
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250XFOS Private First Class 3 Rep 117 Posts Drives: ED10-18-06/335i Monaco\Brown Join Date: May 2006 Location: So.FL iTrader: (0)	Hey 6speed, yes I have, I bought it from somewhere else, is not branded BMW but is called wheel wax. I DOES NOT seem to repel the brake dust at all, but it DOES makes cleaning the dust much easier, seems that it that brake dust does not stick to the rim as bad. You will have to take each wheel off to do the inside rim which is the part that most brake dust gets. I do a full coat of wheel was every six months, and a monthly coat just on the exterior face. Good Luck with your new machine. __________________ 335I, ZSP, Monaco\Saddle paddles,CA,PRS ED Drop Off, Zurich, Oct 30, REDELIVERED DEC 29 '06
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ICALL Private First Class 10 Rep 153 Posts Drives: 2011 550i Carbon Black M Sport Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	Picus uses Poorboys on his wheels. Look for one of his posts then click on his name and search other posts. Well worth it. If you're first picking up your car you may want to read his new car prep sticky at the top of the forum too. Lastly, I used Klasse AIO and SG on my rims. I found the brake dust slides right off very easily with a sponge. Rim clean time is at least cut in half. They also have significantly less break dust on them before. Congrats on the new car. Don't let the dealer wash it before giving it to you
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01-17-2007, 11:11 PM	#4
picus Brigadier General 127 Rep 4,172 Posts Drives: e92 SG 335i Coupe Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	What color is the actual product? I know all BMW detailing products are re-badged, I'd just like to figure out which it's a re-badge of. (I am guessing it is Wheel Wax Brand re-badge)
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dmboone25 Lieutenant General 5055 Rep 10,226 Posts Drives: 718 Spyder RS / MKVIII Golf R Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Dallas, TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E92 328i [10.00] 2007 328i [10.00]	I have heard great things about the Poorboy's.....wheels are still going to get dirty and dusty, but they will clean off much easier. Never done it myself--need to try, as this is one of the most time consuming parts of keeping the Bimmer clean.... __________________ Past rides: 2022 718 Spyder, 2022 MINI JCW, 2016 981 BGTS, 2020 MINI JCW, 2017 F80, 2015 981 CS, 2014 F22 235, 2011 E82 135, 2008 E82 135, 2007 E92 328, 2007 E92 328 (My lady drives an OG M2. So does my dad)
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01-18-2007, 09:36 AM	#6
250XFOS Private First Class 3 Rep 117 Posts Drives: ED10-18-06/335i Monaco\Brown Join Date: May 2006 Location: So.FL iTrader: (0)	Wheel Wax Comes In A Black Can, Product Is Cream Colored. Here's how it looks. Where can I buy Poorboy's, here we have Pep Boys, Autozone and Napa auto stores. Have a good day Attached Images __________________ 335I, ZSP, Monaco\Saddle paddles,CA,PRS ED Drop Off, Zurich, Oct 30, REDELIVERED DEC 29 '06
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picus Brigadier General 127 Rep 4,172 Posts Drives: e92 SG 335i Coupe Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	Oh I see, I thought BMW was re-badging wheel wax, I guess they are just selling Wheel Wax brand wheel wax.
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picus Brigadier General 127 Rep 4,172 Posts Drives: e92 SG 335i Coupe Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	Oh well there ya go. Ya, Wheel Wax is good stuff, it's been around awhile; just clean the wheels well then apply thin, let haze, remove.
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01-18-2007, 06:08 PM	#11
6SpeedMan Poor rich kid working 73 Rep 829 Posts Drives: 335i soon to be M3 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bellevue, Washington iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 E90 330i [0.00]	Thanks, I was curious if I needed to return it before I get a chance to use it. __________________
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01-18-2007, 06:22 PM	#12
QwaZyWabbiT Cook 4 Rep 53 Posts Drives: E90 335 PREM SPORT AUTO Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: ATLANTA iTrader: (0)	Also you guys might try a product called Rejex. Designed as an aircraft coating, it is safe for clearcoated wheels. I use it. It does a fantastic job keeping the dust from sticking. I can actually use compressed air to cleen the wheels. Granted, some muck (tar) will stick from the road, therefore the dust will stick to that, but the wheels are a snap to clean.
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pander5 Special Forces - Discretion is superior 32 Rep 1,011 Posts Drives: 335i Coupe Sapphire Black Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Tampa, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335i Coupe [0.00]	Heed the advice from picus, apply it thin. Otherwise it's tough to get off if applied too thick. __________________ M3 + trailer hitch = oxymoron
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6SpeedMan Poor rich kid working 73 Rep 829 Posts Drives: 335i soon to be M3 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bellevue, Washington iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 E90 330i [0.00]	What would you guys say is the Best Tire Dressing. Something that stays a long time and shines pretty good. __________________
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QwaZyWabbiT Cook 4 Rep 53 Posts Drives: E90 335 PREM SPORT AUTO Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: ATLANTA iTrader: (0)	I find that meguiars tire gels work the best. They keep the tires from turning brown, and keeps the tire looking great for 1-2 weeks depending on the amount of rain we have had.
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