Protecting the black wheels
09-18-2015, 01:46 PM
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Protecting the black wheels
My 2014 black wheels, despite constant cleaning, did not wear well and looked progressively worse as time went on. I just bought a '16 with black wheels and want to try to protect them with wax or something to try and prevent this from happening again. I realize it's the brake dust doing it but need to try and prevent it...
09-18-2015, 02:07 PM
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09-18-2015, 02:33 PM
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09-18-2015, 03:32 PM
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About 6 months later, still working:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...al-wheels.html
However, long-term the carbotech brake pads are the ultimate answer for the z51 dust problem.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...al-wheels.html
However, long-term the carbotech brake pads are the ultimate answer for the z51 dust problem.
09-18-2015, 04:41 PM
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Recognizing the paint on the wheels is fragile, I apply a sealant (Rejex) every six months to reduce brake dust from adhering to the wheel and also take great care in cleaning them. I never wipe the wheels down with a duster or rag with or without using a detailer, but clean them only by hosing them down first, then gently washing them with a soft sponge using a mild car-wash detergent and water. I figure brake dust is probably abrasive and wiping with a rag will only scratch the surface as you wipe the dust off. So far the wheels look very good after seven months.
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Recognizing the paint on the wheels is fragile, I apply a sealant (Rejex) every six months to reduce brake dust from adhering to the wheel and also take great care in cleaning them. I never wipe the wheels down with a duster or rag with or without using a detailer, but clean them only by hosing them down first, then gently washing them with a soft sponge using a mild car-wash detergent and water. I figure brake dust is probably abrasive and wiping with a rag will only scratch the surface as you wipe the dust off. So far the wheels look very good after seven months.
Exactly… brake dust is nasty...… It is corrosive, not healthy for you, and sticky… . And after a while it embeds in the paint easily and you can't clean it… pick a sealant so it can't attach itself…
09-18-2015, 05:28 PM
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My 2014 black wheels, despite constant cleaning, did not wear well and looked progressively worse as time went on. I just bought a '16 with black wheels and want to try to protect them with wax or something to try and prevent this from happening again. I realize it's the brake dust doing it but need to try and prevent it...
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09-18-2015, 05:38 PM
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I've had great luck with Armor All Wheel Protectant.
Once the wheels are clean I spray it on and let it dry,, (usually overnight)
And on the next washing the brake dust usually comes off with just hosing.
7000 miles and my wheels still look like new.
Also had good luck with Eagle one Keep Clean
Once the wheels are clean I spray it on and let it dry,, (usually overnight)
And on the next washing the brake dust usually comes off with just hosing.
7000 miles and my wheels still look like new.
Also had good luck with Eagle one Keep Clean
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09-18-2015, 06:25 PM
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09-19-2015, 07:57 AM
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I've had great luck with Armor All Wheel Protectant.
Once the wheels are clean I spray it on and let it dry,, (usually overnight)
And on the next washing the brake dust usually comes off with just hosing.
7000 miles and my wheels still look like new.
Also had good luck with Eagle one Keep Clean
Once the wheels are clean I spray it on and let it dry,, (usually overnight)
And on the next washing the brake dust usually comes off with just hosing.
7000 miles and my wheels still look like new.
Also had good luck with Eagle one Keep Clean