[- Paul -]

Is there any difference between a so called "Wheel wax" and a good quality carnauba wax? I've got new wheels on the way and wish to protect them if possible.

[NFS]

Originally Posted by 1stnewcar

Is there any difference between a so called "Wheel wax" and a good quality carnauba wax? I've got new wheels on the way and wish to protect them if possible.

What new wheels ???

[- Paul -]

You will see.......soon.......

[Detailed Image]

Carnauba waxes will not last more than a couple of days, they do not have the characteristics to withstand the high temperatures of your brakes. You'd have better luck with using a sealant, but ideally something like Wheel Wax or Poorboy's World Wheel Sealant.

[droptop335]

Could you use the same stuff you use on your car body, like Klasse Sealant Glaze? Or is the wheel stuff specially formulated to withstand the wheel temps?

[JOYRIIDE1113]

Originally Posted by droptop335

Could you use the same stuff you use on your car body, like Klasse Sealant Glaze? Or is the wheel stuff specially formulated to withstand the wheel temps?

Yes you can... Zaino, and Klasse work really well...


Mind you, you are still going to get brakedust, it'll just be easier to clean...

[- Paul -]

Thanks for the clarification - I'll get some sealant.

[droptop335]

AT one time Blue Coral made a car wash that had Teflon in it. It worked really well on wheels because it left a slight Teflon coating on the wheel surface. I noticed that the wheels didn't get dirty with brake dust nearly as quickly, and it washed off a lot easier.

Alas, I think there must've been a break down in the contract between Blue Coral and Dupont, because it was taken off the market almost as quickly as it came on.

[ejazbmw]

i just use meguiars wheel wax it doesnt stop the dust but its sure as hell easier to clean.....and it looks good for those 5min until that famous bmw brake dust get to it

[Mark335i]

Originally Posted by droptop335

AT one time Blue Coral made a car wash that had Teflon in it. It worked really well on wheels because it left a slight Teflon coating on the wheel surface. I noticed that the wheels didn't get dirty with brake dust nearly as quickly, and it washed off a lot easier.

Alas, I think there must've been a break down in the contract between Blue Coral and Dupont, because it was taken off the market almost as quickly as it came on.

I use the DuPont Teflon Ultra Premium Car Wax on my wheels for the reasons you cited. It repels just about everything. The dust accumulates slower than before and cleans off so much easier. I use microfiber towels to remove it between washings and then wash and re-use them. Brake dust is now a non-issue for me. I reapply the wax once a month.

[Detailed Image]

Teflon in the automotive detailing industry is a myth and does nothing for protection on the paint or wheels. They are using the success of Teflon in kitchens to try to promote its effectiveness for cars. To effectively apply Teflon to a surface you have to heat it up ~680 degrees if I'm not mistaken. Really all you are applying is a Carnauba Wax, as it states on the bottle, which is giving you some effectiveness on making future cleanings easier.

Here's some info on Autopia for you guys to read:
http://autopia.org/forum/detailing-p...ghlight=teflon

George

[droptop335]

Originally Posted by Detailed Image

Teflon in the automotive detailing industry is a myth and does nothing for protection on the paint or wheels. They are using the success of Teflon in kitchens to try to promote its effectiveness for cars. To effectively apply Teflon to a surface you have to heat it up ~680 degrees if I'm not mistaken. Really all you are applying is a Carnauba Wax, as it states on the bottle, which is giving you some effectiveness on making future cleanings easier.

Here's some info on Autopia for you guys to read:
http://autopia.org/forum/detailing-p...ghlight=teflon

George

That may be true for the Teflon Wax pictured above, but as for the Blue Coral WASH with Teflon, I definitely noticed a difference in the ability to keep the wheels clean. This stuff had nothing in it except the detergents and Teflon, and it worked...

[RichReg]

I find Poor-Boy's Wheel Sealant to be very effective &
apply it once a year. Works great in my book!

http://www.amazon.com/o/ASIN/B0009QW...1SXF821QCXT6G2

[Gort]

Originally Posted by Detailed Image

Teflon in the automotive detailing industry is a myth and does nothing for protection on the paint or wheels. They are using the success of Teflon in kitchens to try to promote its effectiveness for cars. To effectively apply Teflon to a surface you have to heat it up ~680 degrees if I'm not mistaken. Really all you are applying is a Carnauba Wax, as it states on the bottle, which is giving you some effectiveness on making future cleanings easier.

Here's some info on Autopia for you guys to read:
http://autopia.org/forum/detailing-p...ghlight=teflon

George

I have tried 4-5 different waxes, sealants, and wheel waxes on my wheels. None worked like this stuff. Frankly Scarlet, I don't give a damn if its Teflon or snake oil in there that is working, but something is. Now back to Teflon. It's just a Dupont trademark for polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). It can be micronized into very small platy particles that reportedly can be mechanically embedded into a surface. We're not trying to make non-stick cookwear here, just to get a little of the stuff deposited. It is correct that the balance is just carnauba wax. Just my $0.02

[sup yo]

I use Wheel Wax and it is great! Makes cleaning the wheels a lot easier.

[ctgazer]

ive been using wheel wax for over a year now....still using the original can too! applied everytime i wash the car/wheels so a little goes a long way...i think cost per use is like cents

[sinnet112]

PB World Wheel Sealant for me. Smells better, easier to buff off (so I've heard) and lasts quite a while. I'd take that over Wheel Wax, but you really can't go wrong with either.

[- Paul -]

No-one uses Autoglym Alloy Wheel Seal?
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/product..._polishes.html

[sapperelite]

Originally Posted by sinnet112

PB World Wheel Sealant for me. Smells better, easier to buff off (so I've heard) and lasts quite a while. I'd take that over Wheel Wax, but you really can't go wrong with either.

I just put the PB sealant on mine yesterday. I can confirm that it buffs off as easily as it goes on. Only been on for a day but I'll post again when I wash the car next.

[darkcloud]

PB wheel sealant lasts for months. Applying it twice a year is more then enough, doing it more is just overkill. That product def. makes life cleaning my CH's a dream.