Locally available wheel cleaners (acid free)?

BigO · 07-19-05, 03:48

Are there any locally available wheel cleaners other than A2Z? I'm pretty happy with A2Z's performance on my car's heavy brake dust, but I'm concerned that it's too harsh.

I've thought about trying some of the online specialty cleaners (e.g., P21S), but I'm having a hard time justifying the shipping cost for a product of which I use so much.

Terran · 07-19-05, 02:31

After your first cleaning throw a sealant on there and never use a wheel cleaner again. I just use my wheel mit and wash water after I've done the rest of the car.

truzoom · 07-19-05, 02:50

Will a diluted APC work? Castrol Super Clean? I'm not sure if its acidic though.

Steve530 · 07-19-05, 02:55

My local BMW dealer stocks BMW branded wheel cleaner, which I understand is re-labeled P21S. Not that it's cheap, but it is available locally.

themightytimmah · 07-19-05, 03:09

Harley dealerships sell S100 wheel cleaner, its about 9 bucks and acid free.

CSC and A2Z are acid-free, they are alkaline cleaners. I prefer acids actually, alklaines don't play nice with polished aluminum.

BillyBarou · 07-19-05, 03:51

P21S Wheel Gel is a Guru favorite and it is very gentle on wheels. I use this and A2Z exclusively with great results.

tom p. · 07-19-05, 04:03

Michelin's new product can be found at Autozones. It's very mild.