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RatherBeInCabo
05-26-2009, 09:26 AM
Is there hope for these wheels? They have a bad case of baked on brake dust. When I bought the car I just thought the wheels were dirty. Most of it cleaned up but there are a bunch of black particles that won't come off. I tried Bug & Tar remover on them as a first go.


http://ratherbeincabo.fileave.com/Original_528i_Wheel.jpg


Thanks in advance!
agpatel
05-26-2009, 09:54 AM
Try to use a clay bar, it should take care of it if it is not pitted.
jugodegolf
05-26-2009, 10:07 AM
Try to use a clay bar, it should take care of it if it is not pitted.

never dull will be faster imo.
renegademobiledetailing
05-26-2009, 10:33 AM
Is there hope for these wheels? They have a bad case of baked on brake dust. When I bought the car I just thought the wheels were dirty. Most of it cleaned up but there are a bunch of black particles that won't come off. I tried Bug & Tar remover on them as a first go.


http://ratherbeincabo.fileave.com/528i_wheel.jpg



Thanks in advance!





I did some rims that had that same problem. It was a bmx that actually was in worst condition than yours. I found that the only thing that i had (on hand) that would work was the clay bar. So give that a try!
RatherBeInCabo
05-26-2009, 10:42 AM
I did some rims that had that same problem. It was a bmx that actually was in worst condition than yours. I found that the only thing that i had (on hand) that would work was the clay bar. So give that a try!
Thank you for the suggestion, I will give it a shot this weekend.
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05-26-2009, 11:05 AM
oven cleaner
Matt S.
05-26-2009, 11:09 AM
never dull will be faster imo.

Nevr-Dull should NOT be used on a painted surface
RatherBeInCabo
05-26-2009, 11:31 AM
Just a quick note...these wheels are on an 08 528i.
agpatel
05-26-2009, 12:22 PM
I would try clay, It is save for the paint and should be somewhat easy to take care of.
RatherBeInCabo
05-26-2009, 12:45 PM
I would try clay, It is save for the paint and should be somewhat easy to take care of.
I do have clay I was also going to do the paint this weekend. I'll give it a quick try tonight after work.

Thanks!
ScottB
05-26-2009, 04:41 PM
I would grab a paint polish or two .... worth a shot also.
Jimmie
05-26-2009, 05:27 PM
NTW=Not-to-worry. Worst case senario is if the fixes the guys above gave you don't work you can try wet sanding then (link) Wurth Wheel Kit (http://www.autogeek.net/wurth-wheel-kit.html) . You absolutely cannot tell the difference in the touch up areas. I've done a wheel on a BMW and two on an Audi. They came out PERFECT.
fech
05-26-2009, 05:39 PM
+1 for the clay bar.
jugodegolf
05-26-2009, 08:39 PM
Nevr-Dull should NOT be used on a painted surface

from their website:


http://www.nevrdull.com/images/WhatTitle.gifhttp://www.nevrdull.com/images/RedBlueLine.gif
The Ultimate Metal Polish and Cleaner

NEVR-DULL is an extraordinary cleaning wonder that shines all metals with sparkling ease. Each can contains a generous supply of specially treated cotton wadding cloth. Simply remove a piece of wadding from the can and rub it thoroughly over the surface to be polished. NEVR-DULL works instantly, removing tarnish and dirt. Wipe with a clean, dry rag and metals are restored to their original luster.

http://www.nevrdull.com/images/RedBullet.gifUnique, treated cotton wadding clothhttp://www.nevrdull.com/images/RedBullet.gifNo spills, no mixing, no liquids or powdershttp://www.nevrdull.com/images/RedBullet.gifCompletely safe for all metalshttp://www.nevrdull.com/images/RedBullet.gifLeaves no residue on surfaces or in creviceshttp://www.nevrdull.com/images/RedBullet.gifWill not scratch or corrodehttp://www.nevrdull.com/images/RedBullet.gifFast, effective and easy to use


I'm the last person that would put a scratch on my car or any car, and have been using it for a long time.
RatherBeInCabo
05-26-2009, 08:49 PM
Metal polish would not be the right compound as these wheels are painted. In any case...I did a quick clay bar test when I got home from work tonight and the results appear to be promising.

My plan is to wait for the P21S Gel Wheel Cleaner to arrive and use that first and then do the clay bar. Below is a pic of the area I hit quickly. Too bad there is a scratch there but that is not so bad compared to the brake dust crap.


http://ratherbeincabo.fileave.com/528i_wheel.jpg