Gentle wheel cleaner and sealant..

[Studio117]

I"m looking for a gentle wheel cleaner and good sealant.

My new wheels aren't cheap and I want to keep them in tip top condition where possible.

I don't mind having to apply the sealant often, i just want the best protection to keep the laquer in good shape.

Many thanks

[bunyarra]

For a cleaner, a good load on the market but also hit it with Iron X or similar - loads of rubbish embedded in the smaller nooks and crannies.

For a sealant, I'd recommend Gtechniq C5 wheel armor. You need to be meticulous in it's application but it protects for ages. Good stuff.

Here is a good thread on preparing a wheel prior to a sealant

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.p...

Edited by bunyarra on Tuesday 28th August 15:35

[LordGrover]

Best advice I can offer; avoid kerbs and clean often.

[bunyarra]

LordGrover said:

Best advice I can offer; avoid kerbs and clean often.

And don't let your other half drive your car!

[Studio117]

Thanks!

is the autoglym custom stuff ok?

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/...

Edited by Studio117 on Tuesday 28th August 19:14

[Craikeybaby]

I've been using the Poorboys Wheel Sealant since I got my car and all the wheels have needed to clean them is normal bodywork shampoo. That is with washing every 1000 miles (ish) and reapplying the sealant every 3 months.

[Nedzilla]

Recently done mine and they have come up a treat.Give them a good going over with iron x which is ph neutral and you will be supprised at the muck that comes off them.Any good wheel sealant should do the job then all you will need to do is wash them with your regular car wash shampoo to keep them tip top.