Protecting Chrome wheels

[SouthPawCO]

I have been using WheelWax (Wheel Wax) since I bought this truck in December and I am on my third or fourth application. Once applied, they look amazing. Now that we are done with snow for awhile in CO, I would like to find something that can actually seal/coat the wheels. I have a few questions before I do.

1.) I have added 3-4 applications of this wax since buying the truck new. Do I need to strip it off before sealing/coating them?

2.) After washing the truck, I have been using glass cleaner to remove any additional residue/spots. Am I stripping away the wax by doing so? Will I strip off the sealer/coating if I use glass cleaner in the future?

3.) Would a sealer or coating be better for these type of wheels?

4.) What do you recommend?

Pictures of said wheels:



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[512detail]

CarPro Hydro2 Lite Touchless Silica Sealant 1 Liter (Ready To Use)

or hydrofoam if you need cleaning as well

 

[The Guz]

This just came out. Seems like a good product. Have Ray (Vega) add this if you plan to order it and give it a try.

SONAX Rim Shield is a high tech polymer coating that shields your wheels against brake dust and road grime

Any sealant will work.

If you want something that lasts much longer then McKee`s 37 wheel coating would be the way to go

McKee's 37 Wheel Coating

 

[Angus]

All great questions! My thoughts below:

I have been using WheelWax (Wheel Wax) since I bought this truck in December and I am on my third or fourth application. Once applied, they look amazing. Now that we are done with snow for awhile in CO, I would like to find something that can actually seal/coat the wheels. I have a few questions before I do.

WheelWax is easy to use but doesn`t last. I`d honestly not bother using it at all on a daily driver.

1.) I have added 3-4 applications of this wax since buying the truck new. Do I need to strip it off before sealing/coating them?

In general, removing all residue from a previously applied product will help the next LSP last longer. When using a coating it is critically important to make the surface 100% clean. If not, the coating will not adhere correctly and fail.

2.) After washing the truck, I have been using glass cleaner to remove any additional residue/spots. Am I stripping away the wax by doing so? Will I strip off the sealer/coating if I use glass cleaner in the future?

Once you apply a coating, all you`ll need to clean your rims is soap & water. Save your glass cleaner for your windows.

3.) Would a sealer or coating be better for these type of wheels?

Vs Wheel Wax? Yes. Without question.

4.) What do you recommend?

The route you decide to take should be based on 2 factors - budget and time. Coatings are more expensive and require careful preparation before applying - but last a very long time (9-12 months). Sealants on the other hand are less expensive, but require re-application more frequently(2-3 months).

512Detail`s sealant suggestion of Hydro 2 lite or Hydrofoam and Guz`s coating suggestion of McKee`s 37 are very good ones for you to consider. Me? I use coatings on rims. For example here`s a before/after of mine from last weekend:




The above is now coated with Pinnacle Black Label Diamond Wheel Coating. Previously I used McKee`s 37 Wheel Coating.

Hope that helps!

 

[SouthPawCO]

Thanks for the sound advice! I think for now, I am going to use Hydro2 Full Concentrate since I can use it on my wheels and paint. Also, I don`t think mentally I would be able to not detail or touch my wheels for 9 months haha!