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![Quote](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/autogeek/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by Azure
I use Brake Buster undiluted in a dedicated foam cannon. I like it for really getting the foam there to work with my wheel brushes. So far, it works on all my situations, but I generally need to follow-up with a dedicated tire cleaner on daily drivers. I've got P&S's dedicated tire cleaner now and I kinda feel it's a bit underwhelming. My favorite was Adam's (assuming it hasn't changed recently). I'd really like to pickup something new just for tires, though.
I haven't tried an APC for wheels/tires. What is a good one?
I'm assuming you are referring to P&S Undressed? It's ok and gets the job done, nothing more.
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I'm also a big fan of Adam's Rubber & Tire Cleaner, if it wasn't so expensive in Australia, I would use it much more. Despite my initial grievances with Carpro ReTyre, I actually really like it now. It is very strong though so I would only use it when required, and the cost vs amount used also counts against it.
I don't use much APC, so my experience with them is limited. I do however like the versatility of Bilt Hamber Surfex and KCx Green Star. I think if there was an APC that would do wheels as well as a dedicated wheel cleaner, it would be Surfex!
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![Quote](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/autogeek/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by Azure
I use Brake Buster undiluted in a dedicated foam cannon. I like it for really getting the foam there to work with my wheel brushes. So far, it works on all my situations, but I generally need to follow-up with a dedicated tire cleaner on daily drivers. I've got P&S's dedicated tire cleaner now and I kinda feel it's a bit underwhelming. My favorite was Adam's (assuming it hasn't changed recently). I'd really like to pickup something new just for tires, though.
I haven't tried an APC for wheels/tires. What is a good one?
Bilt Hamber Surfex HD. I have it mixed at 10:1 and 5:1. Side note - I apply it via an IK foamer. To me, the extra dwell time foam gives you makes a difference. You will, however, use more product when used this way
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Joined the movement for Wheel Wednesday - Did a quick Frothe wash of the wheels during my lunch break. Should have brought more towels (used 2 16x24's) but it's still a 95% improvement.
Shoulda grabbed pictures, but it was very much a run and gun!
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I cleaned the FJ's wheels with Bowden's Wheely Clean, wiped them over with Carpro Eraser, and then coated them all with Collinite 845. I even did the spare, although that didn't need the first step. I didn't put anything on the tyres, we're expecting some decent rain tonight.![](https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20231004/4658efa7475660335f36f503e3e70d16.jpg)
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![Quote](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/autogeek/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by DFB
Wait...where's the other rims, did I miss something ![Wheel Wednesday!](https://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji848.png)
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![Quote](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/autogeek/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by Klasse Act
Wait...where's the other rims, did I miss something
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You haven't missed anything, the HP wheels are still present and correct...............
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I'm featuring the various wheels I've had a chance to mess with over the years, the PP1 wheels were next on my list.
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In honor of all the work I put into them recently, this weeks edition of Wheel Wednesday features the magnificent FG XR Y-Spoke or Snowflake wheels.
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A couple of weeks ago, I gave this set of wheels a full decontamination, then polished and ceramic coated them with Armor Detail Supply Wheel Coating.
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For the most part, these wheels are very easy to clean. Typically, I use a soft synthetic brush for lugs, a Microfiber Madness Incredibrush Flat for barrels, an EZ-Detail brush to get behind the front calipers, and a TRC Ultra Wheel Mitt for the wheel face.
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The tyres on the other hand are a different story, with these particular Michelin's resisting most tyre cleaners. Tarminator on the other hand gets the job done!
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The flipside to that is they look good with just about any tyre dressing, although my favorites on these being OG Tire Dressing, Angelwax Elixir and KCx Plast Star.
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I gave the Qashqai's wheels a tidy up, just a wipe over with Ech2o as they weren't too bad. I put some Autoglym Instant Tyre Dressing on the tyres while I was at it. ![](https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20231101/b7780e7bcaf94f7696309e56ec0f4783.jpg)
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