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Ch96067
10-08-2011, 01:14 PM
After searching for vikan brushes on this site I didnt come up with any reviews. So I thought why not ask?



I have ordered this vikan spokes` brush http://www.caramanis.com/common/pdf/525052.pdf



Comments / thoughts / experience?



Thank you

Brad B
10-08-2011, 03:31 PM
They look like very stiff bristles. I have had experiences with similar brushes that were rough on painted wheels and clearcoat. Also, be careful of the wire in the center. I can see how it would easily rub the wheel spokes.

wascallyrabbit
10-08-2011, 05:55 PM
i would be careful of the metal wire, particularly the tip. hard to tell from a pic how stiff the bristles will be. best of luck with it.

C. Charles Hahn
10-08-2011, 06:08 PM
That thing reminds me of a bar glass scrubber...

Ch96067
10-09-2011, 05:11 AM
As far as I know the wire is coated to prevent such mishaps.



In any case, if I am not happy with this coating I will cover it and the tip in a rubbery tape used to seal water hoses etc. This tape is very user friendly and has helped making my other detail brushes scratch safe as well.



Regarding stiffness, it is a bit of a gamble. I hope my Borbets are not affected. I will go easy.