Cleaner for Style 108 Rims

[Huz-Z]

Hey Folks,

Do any of you have suggestions on a good, effective wheel cleaner that is (1) safe to use on BMW OEM Style 108 rims (those are split rims I think) and (2) is reasonably priced?

I bough some Autoglym wheel cleaner the other day and although the label on the bottle says its safe for all wheel types, it also says that its not to be used on split rims.

Thanks in advance.

[007MCoupe]

I use the Sonax Wheel Cleaner. like $15 (US) a bottle, but a little goes a long way if you use a brush along with it, as opposed to just spraying and rinsing.

here's the thread that sold me on it

http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthre...ighlight=sonax

it worked well on the 224 style rims...don't know exactly what you mean by split rims...

[a_riddler]

^+1, love Sonax!

[MetMan]

Originally Posted by Huz-Z

Hey Folks,

Do any of you have suggestions on a good, effective wheel cleaner that is (1) safe to use on BMW OEM Style 108 rims (those are split rims I think) and (2) is reasonably priced?

I bough some Autoglym wheel cleaner the other day and although the label on the bottle says its safe for all wheel types, it also says that its not to be used on split rims.

Thanks in advance.

Huz,

They are not going to come clean, you should cut your losses and sell them to me!!

[Flying Scotsman]

Originally Posted by Huz-Z

Hey Folks,

Do any of you have suggestions on a good, effective wheel cleaner that is (1) safe to use on BMW OEM Style 108 rims (those are split rims I think) and (2) is reasonably priced?

I bough some Autoglym wheel cleaner the other day and although the label on the bottle says its safe for all wheel types, it also says that its not to be used on split rims.

Thanks in advance.

Should be ok to use Huzz. They are split rims, but only the inner rim face and spokes (1 piece) comes off, not like conventional split rims where different pieces could be replaced to change the width and offset of the entire wheel. these used gaskets to reseal the wheel. Your 108's come apart on the face only so no air sealing gasket. The product you mention may break down the gasket and cause air leaks on conventional split rims, hence the warning on the bottle.
When i stayed in the U.K. these wheels had a bad rep, high upkeep to keep corrosion at bay.

[Newff]

From the reading I've done I'd say Sonax Full Effect (which is what I just ordered) or P21s. Not sure about the cost compared to other stuff though.

[zkeeper]

For what its worth department, I am a firm user of the Griot's Wheel cleaner...safe and approved on these wheels and its been great. NO side affects and cost effective. Gotta love these 108's...as they used to say in the Brit camp about wire wheels...you either have them or your want them. LOL...oh BTW-- I found a GREAT tool at Ace Hardware, [not sure about Canada re: purchase place] but its the Sonic Scrubber kit...www.sonicscrubber.com.

Its about 20 USD here and comes with four attachments and works like a sonic tooth brush. Add a AA battery and the little soft brush rotates faster than I can see, does all the allen bolt heads quickly safely and fast. I can go around the whole wheel bolts, get all the dust out after quite dirty trip, and its whole wheel done, in 15 seconds. NO more toothbrushes, rags on the finger tip and then not getting it all. Just a thot for you...nothing better than this little sonic thingy...good luck.

[r4gs]

used sonax as well when i still had stock pads. after swapping for axxis deluxe ceramic pads all round, brake dust and dirty wheels are a thing of the past. seriously. all i use now is a simple damp rag to wipe my wheels down about once a month.

[Finnegan]

Great ideas here! Ceramic pads, Sonic Care scrubber, Sonax, etc. Cool!

[santov]

Like this?

Meg's Wheel Brightner is stupid cheap and very effective on brake dust.

http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthre...&highlight=ocd

[Samjam927]

Originally Posted by santov

Like this?

Meg's Wheel Brightner is stupid cheap and very effective on brake dust.

http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthre...&highlight=ocd

this needs to be diluted though, its pretty strong on its own

[Huz-Z]

Thanks guys.

Lots of great ideas for sure. Can anyone tell me if Sonax and the Sonic Scrubber are available in Canada? I checked the websites of two chains up here (Canadian Tire and Princess Auto) and did not see those items.

[Finnegan]

Huz, looks like it's available in Canada--at least in parts of the country as I think you're probably trying to avoid import taxes and "duty" and so on.

Let me know if you can't find and send me a PM.

[007MCoupe]

Sonax is a German product actually, but I get all my stuff from Autogeek.net. I want to say they ship to CA but i have no way of knowing for sure. Sounds like Finn can hook you up and if not, let me know and i'll help you out!

EDIT: They DO ship to Canada and even have a breakdown of shipping costs. OH CANADA

[Huz-Z]

Thanks all, and Finn and 007!

There are three big old Canadian Tire stores here in town, so I'll pop out after work tonight to see if they have the Sonic Scrubber in stock. I'll let you know if I need a hand to get my hands on any of this stuff.

I'm hoping to leave the scrubber next to the toothpaste in the bathroom for a chuckle.

[zkeeper]

That Sonic Scrubber Kit is not an autmotive thing...its usually found in Hardware, Home equipment stores, and is used for tile grout cleaning or kitchen sink edges etc...which is why they have 4-5 different brush densities and softness levels. I use the softest in the kit, and its a wow. Never used it in the house. Doubt if ANY auto store will have it...might check with hardware, Home Depot type places in the cleaning and tile sections. Great product and soft as can be on those allen bolts but the brake dust is GONE.

[epbrown]

Originally Posted by 007MCoupe

don't know exactly what you mean by split rims...

108s are two-piece wheels

[Huz-Z]

MUPPET NEWS FLASH!

Well, I found the Sonic scrubber and the attachments at Canadian Tire. For any Canucks wanting to get one, their inventory number is 39-6121-6.



Thanks guys!

[chickdr]

Originally Posted by zkeeper

That Sonic Scrubber Kit is not an autmotive thing...its usually found in Hardware, Home equipment stores, and is used for tile grout cleaning or kitchen sink edges etc...which is why they have 4-5 different brush densities and softness levels. I use the softest in the kit, and its a wow. Never used it in the house. Doubt if ANY auto store will have it...might check with hardware, Home Depot type places in the cleaning and tile sections. Great product and soft as can be on those allen bolts but the brake dust is GONE.

Actually there is an automotive version according to the link provided above:
http://www.sonicscrubbers.com/cleani...ndex/ssdt.html

[Huz-Z]

Originally Posted by chickdr

Actually there is an automotive version according to the link provided above:
http://www.sonicscrubbers.com/cleani...ndex/ssdt.html

That is the one I found at Canadian Tire, amongst all their car detailing and cleaning stuff.

[Newff]

If you don't mind ordering online then eshine.ca is where I ordered all my stuff. They have the Sonax wheel Cleaner there and any other detailing stuff

[Huz-Z]

Thanks Newff!! I'll check that out.

Wow - its been six hours and not a single comment about my plaid jacket!