can I wax my wheels?

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Bundmar

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I was wondering if anyone has put a coat of wax on there chrome wheels and is it reccommended?

 

justin

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Wax will not hold up on wheels. I would use a wheel sealant that is specifically designed for wheels.

 

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00GTblkvert

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I have chrome wheels and use #26 carnauba wax from Meguiars. It is just wax, no harshness to damage the finish. Been using it for about 4 years now and NO problems.

 

ChingonStang

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00GTblkvert said:

I have chrome wheels and use #26 carnauba wax from Meguiars. It is just wax, no harshness to damage the finish. Been using it for about 4 years now and NO problems.

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ANGRMNGT

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poorboys makes a great wheel sealant.

 

justin

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I don't stock the wheel sealant but have some left from a previous order if anyone is interested.

 

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rohoni

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yes you can Bundmar
By a premium wax just for wheels! RIMWAX™ & Polish by Smartwax, is a unique product for wheels. It's formulated with a unique, non-stick technology and anti-static guard to deflect brake dust, dirt and abrasives!

Rimwax delivers a brilliant shine and protective shield for clear-coated alloy, chrome and aluminum wheels. It's highly prized by customers with show vehicles and by those wanting more protection against the elements.

 

bdepedro

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I've always used a wax from Griots on my wheels and it really helps keep them from getting as dirty and makes them a lot easier to clean when they do. I remove the wheels from the car and give them a real good clean inside and out them put a good coat of wax on them. Depending upon the type of wheel you can then easily clean the entire wheel using the appropriate brushes.

 

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Kman

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I've used American Racing's wheel wax for around three years now and it works well and does a very good job of helping tp repel brake dust - makes wheel cleanup is pretty easy

 

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Jim D.

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I prefer using Mothers Pure Carnauba paste wax on bare alloys and chrome (as well as plastic chrome). Like like Meg's #26, it's got no cleaners, but the paste is easier to use for me than the liquid (which Mothers also makes).

I don't know about not holding up... wheels do get abused, but the level of abuse can vary a lot depending on many factors.

Though really, my preferred product for chrome would be a chrome polish like Mothers that is very mild and leaves a light coating of polymer protection.

 

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Kilgore Trout

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You can absolutely wax your wheels, it helps them stay clean.

 

four six

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yes sir . Helps them keep looking great

 

onefstsnake

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I use mothers on anything polished/chrome and it seems to make the part more resistant to getting dirt/crud on them.

 

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Yup, was and clay bar mine.........

I use Adam's polish

 

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Saleen4971

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Kman said:

I've used American Racing's wheel wax for around three years now and it works well and does a very good job of helping tp repel brake dust - makes wheel cleanup is pretty easy

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