Changing to ZR1 chrome wheels on my 2012 Centennial. Which sealant is best for the chrome wheels, Zaino or : Poorboys wheel sealant. Thanks in advance.

 

Rejex.

 

I've had really good results with Rejex.

I only put about 5K miles a year of nice weather driving on my car, so 1 cleaning/application per year has been enough. YMMV

Pic is 5 year old wheel.

 

I use Mothers Chrome polish.

 

 

Nevr-Dull followed by RejeX.

 

What is YMMV

 

Rejex is your best choice.

 

When you say "sealant" I assumed you meant sealing the bead to the rim and preventing leakage out from under the chrome. Based on that assumption, I recalled this recommendation from Calchrome.com:


Which tire mounting lubricant to use with chrome wheels
Corrosion to the bead seat of a wheel caused by water based lubricant.
The image to the right is unfortunately a common problem that people experience with chrome wheels which have been mounted using a cheap water based tire lubricant. This corrosion occurs because inexpensive tire lubricants are water based (and often further diluted) and traps moisture in the contact area between the wheel and tire on your vehicle as well as inside the tire itself. Through normal use of the vehicle this moisture over time corrodes the chrome plating and can eventually cause separation of the chrome from the wheel. This often leads to a wheel leaking air beneath the chrome, even though the tire is perfect.

Wax based Euro Tire Paste lubricant
The good news is, it is completely preventable! For years performance and luxury car manufacturers as well as aerospace and racing industries have used wax based, paste lubricant for tire mounting. The reason? There is no water in the solution to promote corrosion between the tire and the wheel. In fact, modern tire paste lubricants have added rust inhibitors to further protect against oxidation and ensure a long life for your chrome wheels!

Insist upon European Tire Paste lubricant and Nitrogen tire inflation to ensure the maximum protection for your chrome wheels!

 

I use rejex as well. If you don't mind me asking, what rims do you have? They look a little like mine but easier to clean!

 

CCW T-10's that were chrome plated by Cal-Chrome..

The one in the pic is a rear that's 19X13.

 

That's why they look familiar. I have the 505As. They have the rivets which makes it hard to keep clean sometimes.

Thanks for the info. Your rims look great!

 

Where do you guys get this rejex stuff?

 

I ordered mine online. Google is your friend. And welcome to the forum!

Speaking of which, I just did the Rejex thing on my Vette today. Washed it with Dawn to get the old waxes off, dried it thoroughly, and applied a nice coat of Rejex on everything from back bumper to nose including all the glass in between. Waited until it was good and dry/hazy (waited about 1/2 hour) and then buffed it off.

Man, what a shine. It's "curing" right now awaiting it's second coat tomorrow. I think I'll do my stock chromies tomorrow as well.

 

Yeah nothing beats the stuff. I use it on my glass too.

 

This is my first time using it and so far, I love it. Do you put on two coats, the second after a day of 'curing'?

 

I do. As nice as the first coat looks, the second can add even more shine and adds to the UV protection from what I recall.

 

On their website it says it can be used on polished but nothing about chrome. Anyone ever had an ill effects on chrome with this stuff?

 

From the website...

REJEX PROTECTS AND BEAUTIFIES PAINTED METAL, GLASS, ACRYLIC, GEL COAT, FIBERGLASS, GLOSSY PLASTIC & POLISHED METAL SURFACES

I'm guessing that chrome counts as a polished metal surface. Lots of guys here use it on chrome with good results, and I'll be doing the same tomorrow.

Edit...

I just came across this statement on the FAQ page of the Rejex site:

How about brake dust on wheels?
RejeX won't keep brake dust from accumulating over time, but it does make wheels much easier to clean. Usually a good high pressure spray of water is sufficient to knock off brake dust. Plus RejeX leaves a wicked shine on both chrome and alloy wheels.

 

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