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Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
Hi
I have a question in my mind
do those alkaline degrease that contain Sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, "butyl", etc.. anything strong alkaline able to attack rust iron that appeared as brake dust for easier removal?
I found myself having a hard time removed caked brake dust completely with those alkaline based degreasers even at strong dilution compared to using acidic wheel cleaner, such as Oxalic acid(not a fan of smelly acid variant)
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Re: Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
I have a question exactly what kinds of wheels can you safely use an acid based wheel cleaner on?
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Re: Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
Originally Posted by
theamcguy
I have a question exactly what kinds of wheels can you safely use an acid based wheel cleaner on?
Polished aluminum (no clear coat) and damaged clear coated wheels, as the acid can get under the damage and lift the clear or color coat.
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Re: Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
Originally Posted by
Rsurfer
Polished aluminum (no clear coat) and damaged clear coated wheels, as the acid can get under the damage and lift the clear or color coat.
He asked which wheels can an acid based wheels cleaner safely be used on. Those examples are the types of wheels you should Not use an acid based wheel cleaner on.
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Re: Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
Originally Posted by
Eldorado2k
He asked which wheels can an acid based wheels cleaner safely be used on. Those examples are the types of wheels you should Not use an acid based wheel cleaner on.
Would that not mean you can use it on all others?
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Re: Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
Originally Posted by
theamcguy
I have a question exactly what kinds of wheels can you safely use an acid based wheel cleaner on?
You can use an acid based wheel cleaner on all modern day factory OEM wheels.
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Re: Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
Originally Posted by
Eldorado2k
You can use an acid based wheel cleaner on all modern day factory OEM wheels.
And be sure to wear a full body protective suit.
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Re: Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
Originally Posted by
ch17
Hi
I have a question in my mind
do those alkaline degrease that contain
Sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide,
"butyl", etc.. anything strong alkaline
able to attack rust iron that appeared as
brake dust for easier removal?
•Those strong base cleaners are very
tough on grease, but won't touch rust.
•Sounds like using one of the products
labeled as being iron-removers/dissolvers
(“the bleeders”, as it were) would likely
be one of your best options for this task.
-Here is a good starting point:
Search
Bob
"Be wary of the man who urges an action in which he himself incurs no risk."
~Joaquin de Setanti
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Re: Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
Originally Posted by
Rsurfer
Would that not mean you can use it on all others?
Look at his question, and then read your answer..
Originally Posted by
theamcguy
I have a question exactly what kinds of wheels can you safely use an acid based wheel cleaner on?
Originally Posted by
Rsurfer
Polished aluminum (no clear coat) and damaged clear coated wheels, as the acid can get under the damage and lift the clear or color coat.
It’s all good, no biggie.
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Re: Do I really need acid based Wheel cleaner?
I like mckees foaming gel wheel cleaner so much I bought the gallon size. But you have to remember you should only need this type of cleaner every few months. In between you should be able to keep it clean with car soap as long as you have some decent protection on there.
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