Protecting freshly painted wheels
I know this has been asked before and I have searched for answers but a lot of the products mentioned in other threads are now out of stock or no longer available.
I'm just after getting my wheels blasted and painted.
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Can people suggest something that is readly available and has long lasting protection as I don't spend huge amounts of time cleaning the car and I would like a product that I would not have to apply too often.
Suggestions please.
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mad cow do a great wheel sealant
Protecting freshly painted wheels
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CarPro DLUX and Gtechniq C5 would be the two worth looking at. 1 year plus, protection.
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CarPro DLUX and Gtechniq C5 would be the two worth looking at. 1 year plus, protection.
Do you have these or know where I can get either
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This forum sponsor site is a great place to start.
http://www.detailingshed.com/
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Ok i think i have it narrowed down to GTechnique C5 or Wolfs Rim shield.
Is there anywhere in Ireland this can be got or where is the best please to order it from.
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Originally Posted by willciviceg5
Ok i think i have it narrowed down to GTechnique C5 or Wolfs Rim shield.
Is there anywhere in Ireland this can be got or where is the best please to order it from.
anybody know where this might be got, i would like to order today and have it for the weekend.
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As pointed out, Detailing Shed are a site sponsor here, of which I am the owner. We supply Wolf's but Rim Shield is out of stock at the moment; not expected date for re-stock; be a few weeks.
CarPro DLUX is what we have in stock currently. Gtechniq C5 as far as I'm aware is unavailable from any Irish companies at the moment.
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Originally Posted by Curran
As pointed out, Detailing Shed are a site sponsor here, of which I am the owner. We supply Wolf's but Rim Shield is out of stock at the moment; not expected date for re-stock; be a few weeks.
CarPro DLUX is what we have in stock currently. Gtechniq C5 as far as I'm aware is unavailable from any Irish companies at the moment.
How would you rate the CarPro DLUX compared to Gtechniq C5
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Both are very similar in terms of what they are, the preparation for application and the method of application.
I personally have no experience in applying gtechniq C5, but I have seen, Chris who I used to detail cars with, apply it is identical...however, I have read in reviews from people who have used both, that CarPro DLUX is a bit more forgiving. But there probably isnt a whole lot in it.
In terms of durability, both say over a year, provided preparation, application and after care is followed. DLUX has the added benefit of doubling up as a trim dressing, so if you've some left over, you can treat some of the plastics that might fade over time - here it is in action on plastics... clicky!
The product linked is an earlier version, since updated in 2014!
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Originally Posted by Curran
Both are very similar in terms of what they are, the preparation for application and the method of application.
I personally have no experience in applying gtechniq C5, but I have seen, Chris who I used to detail cars with, apply it is identical...however, I have read in reviews from people who have used both, that CarPro DLUX is a bit more forgiving. But there probably isnt a whole lot in it.
In terms of durability, both say over a year, provided preparation, application and after care is followed. DLUX has the added benefit of doubling up as a trim dressing, so if you've some left over, you can treat some of the plastics that might fade over time - here it is in action on plastics...
clicky!
The product linked is an earlier version, since updated in 2014!
I've ordered the CarPro Dlux and a few other bits there from your site, thanks a lot for your help.
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Your welcome and thanks!
Any other help needed, just shout! ;)
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Your welcome and thanks!
Any other help needed, just shout! ;)
Received today. Great service.
Quick question should I be cleaning the wheels before application and if so with what?
Protecting freshly painted wheels
Yes, you need to fully clean the alloy wheels and the tyre wall itself.
I use the following to clean alloys:
Meguiars Super degreaser
Rinse
Iron X
Agitate using wheel woolie
Rinse
Meguiars Tyre Cleaner on alloy and tyre wall
Rinse
Tar remover for any tar spots
Rinse thoroughly
If you are to apply any sealant, I would take off the wheel and do the inside rim as well. If the alloys are in bad condition, I may also clay them as well.
You don't need all the above but you should get them as clean as possible first.
There are some good videos on YouTube on cleaning alloy wheels.
PM me if you need any more info.
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Assuming you haven't had the wheels on the car post refurbished, they should be fine.
Otherwise, you will need a process as above. Clean, ideally a de-iron and a good rinse and bone dry at minimum.
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Originally Posted by Curran
Assuming you haven't had the wheels on the car post refurbished, they should be fine.
Otherwise, you will need a process as above. Clean, ideally a de-iron and a good rinse and bone dry at minimum.
No they haven't been on the car yet, there sitting on the coffee table in front of me, herself is going cracked. Sound for the advice everyone. I'm going to start doing them now
Protecting freshly painted wheels
As the wheels are newly painted and haven't seen any road grime, an IPA wipe down should be fine and will prepare the surfaces for protection by removing any oils, dust or contaminants that might have gotten on the wheels from hands, gloves, transport etc
IPA wipe down spray is generally 50/50 water and isopropyl alcohol
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Originally Posted by FunkySeeFunkyDoo
As the wheels are newly painted and haven't seen any road grime, an IPA wipe down should be fine and will prepare the surfaces for protection by removing any oils, dust or contaminants that might have gotten on the wheels from hands, gloves, transport etc
IPA wipe down spray is generally 50/50 water and isopropyl alcohol
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Sound for the advice I happen to have a bottle of ipa there so I'll give it a go first to be safe.
