Rob_Mitchell Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 (edited) Hey guys. I have recently purchased some mint trafficstar wheels and i want them to remain mint. I have been looking at this little package on ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BILBERRY-Wheel-Cleaner-POORBOYS-Wheel-Sealant-Brush-Finger-Mitt-Cloth-Applicator-/110892083770?pt=UK_Car_Accessories_Car_Care_Cleaning&hash=item19d1aeea3a Is there a really decent spray to apply to wheels before i use the poorboys sealant other than the one in this kit? interested in what you guys use but i dont want to damage the wheels in anyway, i know some sprays contain acid and to me thats a big no no. I have noticed that at some show and shines i attend that some people use a pinky colour spray which they spray on the rims?? Edited June 24, 2012 by Rob_Mitchell (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan_Turism0 Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 i use bilberry, imo by far the best out there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 i use bilberry, imo by far the best out there Will it cause any damage the lips on my wheels? do you spray it on neat or dilute it Dan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Silvo wadding ftw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 Im definately going to give poorboys wheel sealant a try. Just need a decent wheel wash to use before hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee P Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Be careful what you put on them mate, have a word with Christian and see what he says. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 Be careful what you put on them mate, have a word with Christian and see what he says. Yeah exactly mate. I dont want to put anything on them, as i dont want to damage or mark them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Bilberry is good but get ths dilution right. I would go 1:10 for sensitive wheels and do not allow it to dry! for wheel sealants poor boys is good, chemical guys do one and there is a choice of nano sealants as well like Wolfs rim sheiks or Gtechnic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 Its the dillution which is putting me off as i seriously dont want to harm the wheels. maybe ill just stick with nice clean water for a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littler Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 As above Bilberry is a great cleaner but it's the dilution that will do the damage if it's too strong. As for a sealant as the wheels are quite special I'd be tempted use this on them: http://gtechniq.com/shop/3s-for-cars/exterior-coatings/c5-wheel-armour/ The dirt just doesn't like staying on the wheels lol, I'm testing this as well at the mo and is showing some promising results: http://gtechniq.com/shop/3s-for-cars/exterior-coatings/exo-ultra-durable-hybrid-coating/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter richards Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 are you really going to get them that dirty , just use what you clean the car with , thats all i ever use on my TTEs , and do them on a regular basis no need for acids Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westy Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 I use Bilberry and Poorboys without issue. Makes cleaning them so much easier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littler Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Yeah exactly mate. I dont want to put anything on them, as i dont want to damage or mark them What I do if the wheels have only a little bit of dirt on is have a little bit of shampoo (that doesn't remove the protection) and water mixed up into a spray bottle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 Thanks Dan i doubt ill use any wash on them apart from water now lol and then just a bit of poorboys on the lips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 are you really going to get them that dirty , just use what you clean the car with , thats all i ever use on my TTEs , and do them on a regular basis no need for acids No i doubt they will but i like them looking mint and bling bling. Brake dust has increased now with the bigger brakes, so i need a decent sealant to help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leet45single Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 For protection go for the gtechnic c5 it's awesome stuff, don't be put off by the price it's great. Just remember less is more with that stuff. For cleaning I'd use the bilberry as others have said as well. On a side note for shows you go to, and what to give her a last touch up, look up optimum no rinse. It's great stuff that will prevent you scratching the paint if you have unseen dirt bits on the paint. They all rave about it and have hight praise on the detailing forum, so I got some and find it one of the best products to use at a show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 Thanks Lee ill look into it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westy Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Just looked up that optimum no rinse and might give that a go myself....works out alot cheaper than quick detailer. 3.75litres for £34.95 http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/valeting-and-bulk/optimum-no-rinse-1-us-gallon/prod_772.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkddav3 Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 i used poorboys when i got my wheels back from ibrar. seemed like good stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted June 25, 2012 Share Posted June 25, 2012 You need an acid free wheel cleaner; use this on my Volks with a polished lip http://www.cleancar.ie/verycherryacidfreewheelcleaner5litre.html I would also recommend Car-Pro - Iron X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted June 25, 2012 Share Posted June 25, 2012 I use Poorboys wheel sealant. It sucks that it's pink, as if you get it on the bolts on the wheels, it's so hard to get off, and if it dries on, it's a nightmare to get off. Seems good so far, though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai 20V Posted June 25, 2012 Share Posted June 25, 2012 Smartwax Rimwax here.. I don't use any wheel cleaner, just car shampoo and a lambs wool mitt.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JakeG Posted June 25, 2012 Share Posted June 25, 2012 Dodo juice mellow yellow for me, brilliant stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubbyTwo Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 (edited) Bilberry is good stuff, however I dont use it for every wash. After a decent wash and seal, just normal car shampoo is enough. This post could rapidly turn into a what cleaning products thread Edited June 26, 2012 by TubbyTwo (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted June 26, 2012 Author Share Posted June 26, 2012 Bilberry is good stuff, however I dont use it for every wash. After a decent wash and seal, just normal car shampoo is enough. This post could rapidly turn into a what cleaning products thread Thats good then as it will help others and also try out different stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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