Wheel well and under carriage

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tbull1

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Hi guys.
I drive a tacoma truck that can get downright messy when I drive through mud and dirt. When I clean my truck, the first thing that I attack after the tires and rims is the wheel wells with soap, a scrub brush and good old elbow grease. I usually wash my truck and then spray the wheel wells with a one-step tire spray. That usually takes care of the wheel wells and leaves them oh so shiny.
I tried an undercarriage spray from Griot's Garage that costs more but leaves the wells oily.
Any suggestions on a different technique. I would love to hear from you pros.
 
Saw a thread several months ago that suggested floor wax. I haven't tried it but it sounds like it might work and last a good while. Should shine and blacken those WW's real well. Some here thought it was a good idea. I pull the wheels on my car about once a month to do the wells and the barrels of the wheel. Love the results, but doesn't last long enough. I might have to try it:) ........Tom
 
Some folks here in the Virgin Islands actually paint the wells which keeps it shiny and low on maintenance. Just hose off.
Imagine that!
 
I feel for 'ya! Went pig hunting on Easter...about mid-morning it POURED and we needed to get back for an Easter dinner. The aftermath? 4 hours yesterday afternoon doing the just the wheels, wells and underbody. PB/APC and a big 'ole brush. Jacked up the F150, took each wheel off and did each one outie and innie...went at it inside the wheel wells, drive/suspension/brakes and underneath. I had to do the exterior this morning, before work. I love lookin' under there now! My wife? She often mentions OCD!
 
Sometimes I paint wheel wells gloss black for customers. I used to use Mop 'n' Glo on my old car, as do some people here, but the wells have to be very clean before you apply it. Lately, I have been using either Armor All cut 1:1 or Megs Hyper Dressing cut 3:1.
 
Did your Tacoma not come with the black, sound deadening undercarriage "paint" sprayed on? Every Tacoma I have bought has had that stuff on it. It does clean up nicely. I just use a degreaser and a brush. About once or twice a year, I'll roll around under there on a creeper with a few MF and a bottle of old QD and wipe everything down. You'd be amazed at how clean you can actually keep the underbody.

As far as the floor cleaner mentioned earlier, I am pretty sure they are referring to Mop-N-Glo. I have seen that mentioned on here before.
 
Yes my Tacoma comes with that stuff alredy painted on, but it doesn't shine when cleaned. Some other product is neccessary to bring out the shine.
 
You could always buy the cheap tire foam if you want it shiney. Clean it with your regular cleaner and then spray that in the wells and anywhere else you can see the underbody. It's cheap, quick, and shiney. :)
 
after i went wheelin i would always power wash my vehicle about $10 at a car wash. then spray a cheap tire shine on the wheel wells. Heres a little tip if you didn't already know is that if you put pam on ur wheel wells before you go the mud won't stick and will be easier to wash.
 
I just painted my rails and wheel wells and around the gas tank with GravelGard by Dominion SureSeal. It is great, but I got some on the manifold and it stinks a week later.
 
dcxguy said:
My friend uses this product. He is very pleased with it.

Adam's Invisible Undercarriage Spray
Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detail Supplies - Invisible Undercarriage Spray & 1 Gallon Refill *Special*
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I saw this stuff on an episode of "Trucks" (I think it was) where a guy from Adam's was there talking about detailing. He had this stuff, and it got me curious about it...as to whether or not it works very well.

Is it just a SPRAY on product? Does it need to be brushed or wiped on? Or is it a spray on & forget product?
 
C_Rock77 said:
I saw this stuff on an episode of "Trucks" (I think it was) where a guy from Adam's was there talking about detailing. He had this stuff, and it got me curious about it...as to whether or not it works very well.

Is it just a SPRAY on product? Does it need to be brushed or wiped on? Or is it a spray on & forget product?
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It is a spray on product and I have tried it. Works ok but when you spray make sure there is not even a hint of wind as it blows all over the place and yes on the paint. It does not hold up well though. One trip in the rain and it seemed to come right off.

I have stuck with using the cheapest tire foam i can buy. Usually at Costco

Richard
 
I have been using this for the wheel wells for a while and last long and looks great.

everythingautomotive_1979_10067030
 
Where do you find that stuff? How's it look? Is it shiny, or a matte finish?

Is it a spray and forget product?
 
Not sure where I got it but you can get it here..
Sprayway Auto Care Instant Shine

***edit*** NOW I REMEMBER WHERE I GOT IT :) AT AMAZON.COM BY THIS GUY. GOOD PEOPLE TOO :)
Amazon.com: Instant Shine - Case:12: Automotive

Here you can find a few more by this guy. Case or by one at a time or without silcone. He has great prices too :)
Sparkle Auto, LLC @ Amazon.com: Sprayway Instant Shine


The shine to me is not a super gloss but medium. Its not a flat dull shine either. You can just spray under the wheel wells and let dry. I love the look but I guess it's a matter of opinion. I saw another member here that is a detailer who recommended it so I gave it a shot of loved it. Check out the site and see the details.

Or here:

The final touch for finely detailed vehicles!

Professional detailers are experts at saving time because their business depends on it. That’s why they love Sprayway Auto Care Instant Shine. It’s a quick shine spray packaged in a convenient aerosol. You can literally spray and walk away!

Sprayway Instant Shine creates a light layer of gloss on top of tires, door jambs, moldings, trim, vinyl seats, engine compartments, and bumpers. It’s not a heavy gel that can sling off tires or become sticky. Instant Shine adds a non-sticky, non-greasy glow to rubber, plastic, and vinyl in just one shot. It requires no rubbing or buffing.

Professionals use Sprayway Instant Shine as the final touch on their customers’ vehicles because it’s fast, easy, and produces beautiful results. Dress up your vehicle in a matter of seconds! It will look like you just picked it up from the body shop – or the dealership!

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Sprayway Auto Care Instant Shine is the professionals’ choice for shiny, like-new trim, moldings, and tires. Spray your way to a beautifully detailed vehicle in seconds!
 
Wonder if there's anywhere locally that I can pick some of this stuff up and check it out.
 
C_Rock77 said:
Wonder if there's anywhere locally that I can pick some of this stuff up and check it out.
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You might try calling Sprayway's toll free number and ask about retailers/distributors in your area.
Sprayway toll free: 1-800-332-9000
You probably won't reach anyone on the week-end.
 
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