The alloys on my Suzuki get built up heavily with brake dust.
Washing when doing the car gets the majority off, but leaves bits in the corners etc. Is there something that will bring this off easily or is it just a case of scrubbing away :o(
Thanks
Neil
expensive stuff from every car parts place. cheap stuff from tescos.
I use "Wonder Wheels" on mine. Work it on the dirt with a paint brush then wash off and they come up like new.
Bob
It depends on how easy it is to get into the nooks and crannies. I use one of those scourers designed for a bath. I think they're kinder to the finish than chemical cleaners. After cleaning, a polish with some hard wax helps make cleaning easier next time.
I use Wonder Wheels, which is pretty good. But I have noticed that if I'm not regular enough with this some black gets permanently attached to the wheel and won't come off even with Wonder Wheels.
Rob Graham
I think the problem is with heavy braking - the dust particles are red hot and burn into the paint.
Ah! That may be the case.
Rob
Tried them all. "Wonder Wheels" for me also.
Most acidic based wheel cleaners are similar, at least in my experience. Frequent washing and using an old toothbrush work, too. Oh, and wax the wheels once they're clean, too.
you forgot to start with 'Hello'...
What's a "Citreon" anyway?
Toothbrush.
RTFP
Trouble is you get this black stuff on your teeth, then.
Rob
So that's what causes it!
Aha, I think I may have just discovered why Charlie has black teeth on a Monday morning...
Well, pretty much everyone I know has the brake dust on their wheels. No, I drive a Suzuki X-90 (go on go on). Actually, my mum has a "Citeron", but its a Picasso, and she also gets break dust.
Clueless top posting google user.
Shouldn't that be 'break' dust too?
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