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Old 04-16-2017, 04:04 PM
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Default SunTek cleaning, Rim Wax etc

So I started using Griots Garage Speed Shine on the SunTek film, and it works great. Just use a soft microfiber cloth to apply and clean, with soft pressure, after a wash.

On the flip side, I used Rim Wax on one wheel (half) and it made no difference at all.

Switched to Meguiars Gold car wash soap, and definitely better that what I was using before.

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Old 04-16-2017, 04:59 PM
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I used Rim Wax on my Powdercoated Gyrodynes before putting them on the car. I would say it didn't make a big difference in removing/keeping off dirt and dust.
 
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I also used to use Rim Wax ......... and found it wanting

I now use this - FinishKare 1000P Hi-Temp Sealant

Finish Kare 1000P Hi-Temp Sealant - Clean Your Car
 
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So I'm digging out all my old car care item I used on my Porsche 20 years ago... I used something called Professional's Product, but they don't seem to be around anymore. Think the Griots Garage Speed Shine would work as an all around detailing spray, getting bird poop & road grime off well?
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I wash off the grime and poop before using speed shine. The speed shine may loosen it up, but it's not really a cleaning product. I have film and cquartz so poop and grime don't stick like they used to.
 
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Old 04-25-2017, 05:21 AM
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Originally Posted by 17jag
So I started using Griots Garage Speed Shine on the SunTek film, and it works great. Just use a soft microfiber cloth to apply and clean, with soft pressure, after a wash.

On the flip side, I used Rim Wax on one wheel (half) and it made no difference at all.

Switched to Meguiars Gold car wash soap, and definitely better that what I was using before.

Lambswool mitt was awesome!
From one Suntek owner to another: Unhingd gifted me something called Prep n' Polish and it was not only a breeze to put on and take off but let a finished look unlike - better - than any other quick detailer I've ever used. Fabulous stuff!!!

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Agree on rim wax, too much work for too little help. Used on F Type which dirties wheels in 10 min after cleaning.
 
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Old 04-25-2017, 07:04 PM
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I used this on the new wheels before getting the tires mounted.

http://www.chemicalguys.com/Wheel_Guard_Max_Coat_Rim_Wheel_Sealant_8_oz_p/wac_303.htm?gclid=COyLwNbowNMCFQpXDQodQnoG1A

It doesn't prevent brake dust from sticking, but makes cleaning noticeably easier. Most of it washes off with just a garden hose. I haven't been a huge fan of the chemical guys products, but this has seemed to work well for a very cheap price.
 
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Old 04-26-2017, 05:22 AM
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I've always used this and it actually does keep the brake dust off my wheels. Worked on the M5, Cayenne and Jag. Easy to apply. I spray all euro cars I've owned and it's the bee's knees.

http://a.co/5NPugha

Buy it local and I think you can get it in a bigger can (and cheaper) and sometimes you get free wheel cleaner or something
 

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