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dhr90 · Apr 15th, 2018, 16:04

Makes me wonder though, what are these wheel cleaners doing to the roads/driveways/ground etc. We now have a gravel driveway and I'm wondering what these cleaners, whether the acidic ones or the Bilt, Iron Out, Devils Blood etc do to driveways (mainly thinking about staining).

Julianpms · Apr 15th, 2018, 17:05

Whichever cleaner you use, my two tips are to clean your wheels frequently, especially in hot weather, when the deposits get baked on even harder, and to use a wheel wax (I use Sonax, a German brand) to provide a protective coating after cleaning the wheels: the wax really makes it easier to wash off any residue.

GusGecko · Apr 15th, 2018, 21:50

I would stay away from acidic ones as they destroy lacquer - Valet pro's bilberry concentrate works out at good value and is a decent product.

Also worth considering a 'fallout remover' product (the ones that smell awful and turn purple) valet pro do one called dragons breath, but all detail company's will do a version.

Wesleysteele · Apr 15th, 2018, 22:43

https://anachem-automotive.com/products/purge

iandoot · Apr 15th, 2018, 23:01

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Originally Posted by GusGecko

I would stay away from acidic ones as they destroy lacquer - Valet pro's bilberry concentrate works out at good value and is a decent product.

Also worth considering a 'fallout remover' product (the ones that smell awful and turn purple) valet pro do one called dragons breath, but all detail company's will do a version.

I’ve used bilberry but wasn’t at all impressed. It removed surface dirt but didn’t get rid of the more stubborn break deposits. Bilt Hamber is far more effective.

GusGecko · Apr 16th, 2018, 08:30

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Originally Posted by iandoot

I’ve used bilberry but wasn’t at all impressed. It removed surface dirt but didn’t get rid of the more stubborn break deposits. Bilt Hamber is far more effective.

Yeah I agree to a point, you need something stronger if you have really baked on brake dust/grime but for maintenance it's pretty effective.

St James · Apr 17th, 2018, 17:09

Also a Valet Pro Bilberry fan here..........

Ima Poster · Apr 22nd, 2018, 12:06

Another vote for Bilt-Hamber from me. Used it for 2 or 3 years on a Mercedes with a reputation for allow lacquer problems and it didn't do any damage at all.

The Thong · Apr 25th, 2018, 20:53

I use Purple Rain by Autobrite, it goes a dark purple colour when it touches areas of metal contaminated dust. Blast it off with a pressure washer and the wheels look great.

TT

GrahamHR · Apr 29th, 2018, 16:25

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Originally Posted by Ima Poster

Another vote for Bilt-Hamber from me. Used it for 2 or 3 years on a Mercedes with a reputation for allow lacquer problems and it didn't do any damage at all.

I used this for the first time today on my V60 polestar. Worked really well, but what an unpleasant ( though vaguely familiar) smell !

Apr 15th, 2018, 17:05	#12
Julianpms VOC Member Last Online: Apr 26th, 2020 14:38 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Montfort-l'Amaury	Whichever cleaner you use, my two tips are to clean your wheels frequently, especially in hot weather, when the deposits get baked on even harder, and to use a wheel wax (I use Sonax, a German brand) to provide a protective coating after cleaning the wheels: the wax really makes it easier to wash off any residue. __________________ 2018 MY V40 T5 R-Design Geartronic

Apr 15th, 2018, 21:50	#13
GusGecko from C30 to XC60 Last Online: Aug 28th, 2023 07:55 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Braintree, Essex	I would stay away from acidic ones as they destroy lacquer - Valet pro's bilberry concentrate works out at good value and is a decent product. Also worth considering a 'fallout remover' product (the ones that smell awful and turn purple) valet pro do one called dragons breath, but all detail company's will do a version. __________________ XC60 D5 SE LUX NAV with toys 'n' stuff

Apr 17th, 2018, 17:09	#17
St James Senior Member Last Online: Jan 12th, 2024 14:17 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Birmingham	Also a Valet Pro Bilberry fan here.......... __________________ Current Car: 2020 V60 D4 R Design + with Polestar and options galore Previous Cars: 2015 (65) XC60 D4 AWD R-Design Lux Nav 2014 (64) XC60 D4 AWD R-Design Lux Nav Auto 2010 (10) Skoda Octavia vRS CR170 DSG

Apr 25th, 2018, 20:53	#19
The Thong VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 21:46 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Independent Republic of Leamington Spa	I use Purple Rain by Autobrite, it goes a dark purple colour when it touches areas of metal contaminated dust. Blast it off with a pressure washer and the wheels look great. TT __________________ Never underestimate the power of stupid. It’ can’t be reasoned or negotiated with and you’ll never never beat it…. Cut your losses, smile and walk away Currently Volvoless but Thong will be back

Apr 15th, 2018, 16:04	#11
dhr90 Senior Member Last Online: Yesterday 15:13 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Bristol	Makes me wonder though, what are these wheel cleaners doing to the roads/driveways/ground etc. We now have a gravel driveway and I'm wondering what these cleaners, whether the acidic ones or the Bilt, Iron Out, Devils Blood etc do to driveways (mainly thinking about staining).

Apr 15th, 2018, 22:43	#14
Wesleysteele New Member Last Online: Mar 31st, 2021 00:44 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Carrickfergus	https://anachem-automotive.com/products/purge

Apr 22nd, 2018, 12:06	#18
Ima Poster Junior Member Last Online: Oct 6th, 2023 22:34 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: ivybridge	Another vote for Bilt-Hamber from me. Used it for 2 or 3 years on a Mercedes with a reputation for allow lacquer problems and it didn't do any damage at all.

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