Planet 9

RChang42 · #1 01-31-2007, 11:24 AM

Last weekend I went into the local auto parts store to buy something for my wheels. (was sick and tired of all the brake dust building up after 1/2 a day of driving) The clerk that worked there recommended Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish.

as you can already guess....... that thing did nothing in terms of creating a more shine nor did it keep brake dust off.

after reseraching some more on the forum, I found that a lot of people use the Wheel Wax from our sponsor.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?

**K-Man S** · #2 01-31-2007, 11:45 AM

A polish should clean your wheels but it won't keep brake dust off. In fact no product will keep brake dust off entirely you need different pads if you want to cut brake dust dramatically. A product like Wheel Wax will help keep "some" of the brake dust from adhering to the wheels as well as make your wheels easier to clean. There is an Article in the Articles section on how to apply it. Others have used other products like P21S or Zaino and had good results with those, but again, no product magically keeps all brake dust off.

skup · #3 01-31-2007, 01:00 PM

The benefit of Wheel Wax is that it only allows for easier cleaning. With Wheel Wax applied I only wipe the wheels with a wet towl to clean them. If you want them always looking good you have to wipe them down (after they cool) after each drive.

RChang42 · #4 01-31-2007, 02:56 PM

Just ordered some Wheel Wax..... can't wait for it to get here.

also got suckered into ordering some tire dressing to take advantage of the free shipping....

oh well, at least I am supporting a sponsor of this site... no complaints here.

**Santa Fe** · #5 01-31-2007, 03:06 PM

The tire dressing is impressive as well. It is the first thing I've found that stands up to my gravel/dirt roads and it looks "natural" not glossy. Hope you like them both.

RChang42 · #6 02-06-2007, 11:09 AM

Just got the Wheel Wax and Tire Dressing.

Initial Reaction to the Wheel Wax..... GOOD BUT NOT MAGICAL (just like K-Man S predicted) There were still some break dust building up on my rims, however, they do seem diminished and seems to come off easier.

The Tire Dressing, however, I do like a lot. Deep black look without the greasy feel.

I think this weekend, I am going to remove all 4 rims and wheel wax them inside and out. (already read the article by K-Man on how to do it)

356N Nostalgia · #7 02-06-2007, 06:50 PM

A couple of related questions:
1) A related question about cleaning wheels. If you use a wheel degreaser-type cleaner on the wheels as you wash your car, it would seem that these cleaners would strip the Wheel Wax from the car ecah time. Not much use in using a wax if you use a wheel cleaner. I guess I can answer the question myself: use pH neutral soap to clean the wheels, and thus save the wax?
2) Do the special wheel cleaners sprayed on the disk brakes affect them negatively? Or, if you rinse the brakes quickly after applying the cleaner with lots of water, will that negate any harm? Thanks

**Santa Fe** · #8 02-06-2007, 06:56 PM

356 I've found success with a weak water/Simple Green mixture to clean the wheels and not remove the Wheel Wax. You have test it to get the right mix. I'm going to try the new P21S Polishing Soap (http://www.p21s.com/products/bis_ps.html) as soon as I can wash the car again since it looks promising. I am not aware of any wheel cleaners that effect the disk brakes.

spindoc · #9 02-06-2007, 07:47 PM

Michelin sells a spray-on "brake dust repellent" that makes wheels easier to clean. It's also easier to use than wheel wax: spray on, let it sizzle for about 30 seconds, then wipe it off. I use it plus wheel wax for track events, but just the repellent for the street.

beez · #10 02-06-2007, 08:40 PM

I've used the P21S wheel cleaner from more than 30 years, great stuff, and it doesn't strip what you have on the wheels. I use Rejex - a polymer - on the wheels and it keeps a lot of the brake dust from sticking.

brad

**zornet** · #11 02-06-2007, 10:23 PM

And then there’s a some what of a fanatical’s approach of cleaning his 19” SD’s, which includes Wheel Wax.

zornet

**fondueski** · #12 02-10-2007, 10:31 PM

I too recently bought the Wheel Wax/Extreme Black combo, and I am happy with both products. The Extreme Black is probably the best tire dressing I've used. It's easy to apply, and it leaves the tires with just the right look. I'll post back later regarding the durability of the wax and tire finish.

**Swampcroc** · #13 02-12-2007, 08:03 AM

Has anyone besides me tried Grape Tire Dressing?

http://www.topoftheline.com/graptirdres.html

The results I have had are as advertised. I'm also a fan of Wheel Wax and feel it does a very good job of keeping brake dust off my wheels___not perfect, but good.

RChang42 · #14 02-12-2007, 11:25 AM

Cleaned my car this weekend. didn't have enough time to pull the wheels, but I did detail the interior with the tire dressing....

Don't know if it's a good idea (the instruction on the back said it was okay), but it does look pretty nice and shiny.

**Gray-S-Man-06** · #15 02-18-2007, 08:04 AM

I just seen an article in my local Sunday paper regarding a product that repels brake dust and other nasty road grime that attacks your wheels. It is called Wheel Shield, and can be located at pitstopinternational.com. I just ordered a bottle and will test it as soon as the weather permits. IMHO, Its fairly inexpensive and worth a look. They also carry other useful products such as Rust Blocker that stops and corrosion, and prevents surface pitting and supposedly works on all surfaces.

2thMnky · #16 03-13-2007, 06:03 PM

How durable is Wheel Wax? Does it last after cleaning the wheels with detergent. I plan on using Santa Fe's suggestion of water/simple green, and I'm not sure how wheel wax will hold up.

I was considering getting a can of Collinite 476S to use on the wheels. It's advertised as "The permanent auto wax", and "Super DoubleCoat Auto Wax #476 by Collinite is guaranteed to outshine and outlast any other car wax or protective coating. That’s why Collinite calls it the permanent auto wax. Get a full year of paint protection from this detergent-proof, weather-proof car wax." I've read on Autopia that many guys use this as their winter wax since its so durable. I thought it may hold up better than wheel wax.

Any thoughts?

**Santa Fe** · #17 03-13-2007, 06:10 PM

Wheel Wax is not forever like any other wax I've used. Even with a mild soultion of SG/H20 I still need to reapply the wax every three or four months. Let us know if you try the others but I'd doubt the "permanent" advertising. But it may be longer lasting.