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usmctpdog

Jul 5th, 2007, 11:27 am

While in Lowes picking up some stuff I noticed this 32 Oz spray-on foaming wheel cleaner that says it makes it easier to clean and repels brake dust. Since I have a 1/2 mile gravel drive way I traverse on a daily basis I am interested in anything that will help keep my wheels clean or make them easier to clean.

Sprayed it on and waited the requisite 60 seconds and without any hand scrubbing the wheels came out great with only the hose spray off..

Yes. I have tried " Wheel Wax " and continued use has been disappointing in keeping off or repelling dust for the price and work involved thus far.
*If this new product does not "Repel" dust, it atleast makes it very easy to clean the wheels !!! 32 Oz bottle was $5.98 and seems well worth it as it took only a few squirts to cover both wheels of the LT.

jzeiler

Jul 5th, 2007, 12:50 pm

I would be concerned about "teflon" (as in slippery) over spray on the tires but I see you have a gravel road to ride so that should scrub it off.:p

Lonewuff

Jul 5th, 2007, 1:43 pm

Hey Top,

What's it called?

usmctpdog

Jul 5th, 2007, 2:40 pm

It's called : " Teflon Wheel Cleaner " :)

jayz9705

Jul 5th, 2007, 4:38 pm

I would be concerned about "teflon" (as in slippery) over spray on the tires but I see you have a gravel road to ride so that should scrub it off.:p

I'd be even more concerned with overspray on the brakes!

BEhrler

Jul 5th, 2007, 4:51 pm

I'd be even more concerned with overspray on the brakes!

Would that be a way to get rid of the squeal?

usmctpdog

Jul 6th, 2007, 8:40 am

You guys need something else to talk about....

This is a non issue . . .

Bamabear

Jul 6th, 2007, 9:45 am

Thanks for the tip on the wheel cleaner. I washed and then put on "Protect All" on the bike this week. The only thing that I don't like to wash are the wheels. Sometimes I just let them go or spray them off at the carwash. I will go by Lowe's and pick up some.

Keep the rubber side down!

usmctpdog

Jul 6th, 2007, 3:55 pm

Bamabear,

Your welcome and good luck with it -

Cleaning the wheels manually seems to take the longest and the bike is not "Done" without clean wheels. Good luck - I think you will find it as easy to clean as I did.

Lonewuff

Jul 6th, 2007, 5:18 pm

I just bought a bottle at Wal-Mart for $450. Thanks Top!!!

Dick

Jul 6th, 2007, 5:23 pm

I just bought a bottle at Wal-Mart for $450. Thanks Top!!!
Really? I got a bridge and some beachfront property in west Tejas, since you're passin' out the green!!! :rolleyes: :D

gulfxray

Jul 6th, 2007, 7:24 pm

When you're done with him Dick, send him up here I may have some stuff to sel also... :)

Just messin' with you LoneWuff - you know it is pretty boring around here now... ;)

Really? I got a bridge and some beachfront property in west Tejas, since you're passin' out the green!!! :rolleyes: :D

Dean_BMW

Jul 6th, 2007, 7:56 pm

Jerry.. I think those guys may be trying to take advantage of 'ya!

But I would never do that... next time you need a new bottle of wheel cleaner, you just give me the $450.00 and I will deliver you a brand new bottle... and I won't even charge 'ya for going to get it!

How's that for a good friend??

Lonewuff

Jul 6th, 2007, 9:34 pm

Oooops....damn decimal point anyway. $4.50 :rotf:

...AND the horses y'all rode in on!!! :p

usmctpdog

Jul 6th, 2007, 11:09 pm

Would'ntcha know it Wally world had it cheaper, *Figures..... Well, next bottle comes from there.... Might last a while since it only takes a few squirts.
- Just took it over to my buddies house and did his wheels as he takes off for the BMW National tomorrow. we'll see how long the "Clean" wheels last heading east. :)

jayjacobson

Jul 7th, 2007, 6:00 am

I'd be even more concerned with overspray on the brakes!
Would that be a way to get rid of the squeal?
I use WD-40 for that (all natural formula).

usmctpdog

Jul 7th, 2007, 7:59 pm

jayjacobson

Jul 7th, 2007, 9:08 pm

Happend to be in WallyWorld today and cruised the Automotive aisle and Lo and Behold the Wheel Cleaner was in stock.... $ was $5.86 only a mere .12 less than Loews.... So I did get a good deal @ LOWES.......
Oohhhh yes--the E-V-I-L "WallyWorld!" I've heard of them....abusing employees and running small business out of town!

strsout

Jul 7th, 2007, 10:36 pm

Is this product banned from California?
I checked Lowes, Wall Mart, K-Mart and Target, plus Autozone and Pepboys with no luck on finding it here. :(

BMWphreak

Jul 8th, 2007, 7:38 am

Is this product banned from California?
I checked Lowes, Wall Mart, K-Mart and Target, plus Autozone and Pepboys with no luck on finding it here. :(

Could very well be. Teflon is on the "endangered chemical" list and manufacturers must remove it from their products by a certain date. I know our boys in the lab are working overtime to find a substitute...

donkes

Jul 10th, 2007, 7:14 am

Thanks for the tip. Got some yesterday and it works like a charm.

Lonewuff

Jul 13th, 2007, 10:50 pm

Happend to be in WallyWorld today and cruised the Automotive aisle and Lo and Behold the Wheel Cleaner was in stock.... $ was $5.86 only a mere .12 less than Loews.... So I did get a good deal @ LOWES.......

Hey Top!!!

http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u173/lonewuff/WheelCleaner.jpg

Dean_BMW

Jul 13th, 2007, 11:56 pm

Hey Top!!!

http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u173/lonewuff/WheelCleaner.jpg
I looked at our "Super Walmart" and could not find it... ended up paying 6 or 7 bucks at O'Riley Auto Parts.

BamaLT

Jul 14th, 2007, 11:25 am

Must be good, I saw our local politician buying three bottles.:)

Bamabear

Jul 17th, 2007, 9:56 am

Top Dog.....you were right. This stuff is the answer. Have already turned my riding buddies on to it.

Thanks.....

ATDRS

Jul 17th, 2007, 2:17 pm

I have just started using this stuff myself. I am now getting 58-60 mpg, have not had a rear end bearing failure and no tire cupping.
Also the rear brake no longer squeals. :histerica

Dean_BMW

Jul 17th, 2007, 2:52 pm

I have just started using this stuff myself. I am now getting 58-60 mpg, have not had a rear end bearing failure and no tire cupping.
Also the rear brake no longer squeals. :histerica
Some guys have all the luck!

BMWphreak

Jul 17th, 2007, 9:14 pm

dmatson

Jul 18th, 2007, 9:16 pm

What I have found that works good and is very easy to use is Windex I just spray it on and wipe it off, very fast and easy.

HammerLT

Aug 10th, 2007, 12:17 am

For Pledge. Yes, lemon scent. I spray it on and wipe it off. Works great.