SON1C Synopsis 13 Sonax Wheel Cleaner vs Chemical Guys Diablo GEL Orange

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The Weapons and Ammunition


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Targets Neutralized


Overall I was disappointed with Sonax as usual, and impressed with cg orange diablo
Sonax was used at FS CG 1:5 (I get over 5 bottles of CG diablo for less than 1 bottle of Sonax)
CG Orange Diablo did well, requires more agitation than Sonax but for the price can you argue that? and its not as if Sonax is a spray on rinse off - requires nearly as much agitation (I'm sure some will say that it is, you need a power washer etc) well its not and the average detailer does not own a PW and they may not want to break it out.
Diablo wins this hands down, about the same performance, a much better smell from diablo, shorter work time, and an incredibly higher bang for buck.

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What vehicle was that rim from? Re try this test on badly soiled audi rims, i bet you'll like the sonax more!

This is really a cleaner you should set aside for very tough jobs. Or else its horribly expensive as a cleaner to be part of your regular routine.

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Not a fan of Sonax wheel cleaner either. I like the fact it is Eco-friendly, but it is not worth the price for the performance.

I use Meg's all wheel and tire and Meg's WB. I have tried many others but keep going back to these 2. I might try OPC next on wheels and tires.

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I've changed my thoughts some since writing this, as it has worked well for me on soiled BMW wheels, but at the price I just can't enjoy it
Those are my mustangs wheels
I agree! I was also frustrated that I was led on to believe it was spray on dwell and rinse off, as its not at all, still require a lot of agitation , and I can't stand the smell! Lol
So it's an okay product, I still have a bottle for the next set of trashed wheels I get hired for I have a client next week I might try it on actually? If so ill post updated thoughts

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Not a fan of Sonax wheel cleaner either. I like the fact it is Eco-friendly, but it is not worth the price for the performance.

I use Meg's all wheel and tire and Meg's WB. I have tried many others but keep going back to these 2. I might try OPC next on wheels and tires.

Can you compare Meg's all wheel and tire to mothers foaming wheel and tire?

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I am with you guys. I quickly learned that for an everyday wheel cleaner, it is just overkill (in terms of cost per use vs cleaning power on well maintained wheels). I am sure it works great on neglected wheels with caked on brake dust, but I normally don't allow my wheels to get to that condition, so really, overkill for me IMO. I need something a little more cost effective

Edit: Sorry, I was referring to Sonax.

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Can you compare Meg's all wheel and tire to mothers foaming wheel and tire?

Never used Mothers Foaming wheel and tire. I pick up the Meg's at Walmart for 3.99 when on sale. All I can say is it foams well, tires come out super clean and so do the wheels.

Here is a recent example of an AGO member using Meg's AWT on a detail.
Trashed Crown Vic Revived by Autowerx

[cartman57]

Thanks for the nice comparrison test.
Have CG's waiting for springtime cleanup.
What was the screwdriver used for?

[TimmyG]

Not a Sonax Full Effect fan here either. I find that numerous other wheel cleaners get the job done quicker, and more effective at a better price point. Just my $.02

[Pureshine]

I love Sonax but only for very dirty wheels works best for me. I do agree it is kinda pricey. For wheels that aren't very dirty I just use Adam's APC works very well I'm wheels.