New bf apc @ 3:1

[Dr Oldz]

So I was chosen to do some testing and reviewing of some of the new BF products to be released shortly. Todays venture is going to be the new APC.
I generally use a specific cleaner developed for tires and white walls and then a second product for wheels also designed specifically for brake dust ect because I find most APC`s just don`t have the cleaning power I am looking for.

So I got talking to Dave and he said he uses APC`s @ 2:1 or 3:1 for wheels and tires so I figured that would be a good point to start to really see if this APC has any muscle. BF claims that this is safe for virtually any surface which puts it in the SUPER APC catagory with OPC.

So to get down to what were after I decided to use it on my truck @ 3:1 as the tires and wheels were pretty nasty.

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My process was rather simple. Hose off loose debris and soak liberally with BF APC. I used a stiff bristled brush for the tires. Barrels got cleaned with a Daytona Wheel Brush and the face of the wheels with a Mother`s Wheel Brush.

Results:
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I was shocked at how well it cleaned at 3:1. It took no more elbow grease than any other product I use. To make sure the tire was clean, I ran my hand across the tire and the results came up clean.

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Conclusion: I think this is a very strong APC that is still safe for most surfaces. I did play around with a few tar specs on my truck and it removed them with relatitive ease still at the 3:1 dilution. One thing I found really pleasing was how white the letters were after cleaning. Seem other APC`s I have tried may get the tire clean but always leave the letters yellowed. This is a foaming APC if that is a concern to you either way. A rather pleasant citrus smell I detect....similar to lemon Pledge that isn`t overpowering in any way.

I think this is a great APC and certainly on par with OPC. I feel the price of this will dictate exactly how it is treated.

Thanks for looking, Jim

[mjlinane]

Very nice review, Jim. Sounds like a must try APC.

[TroyScherer]

Nice review Jim.... If its as strong and safe as OPC this may be a winner. I agree price point will have a large impact on it.

[classofshine]

Are there any pics? Im not seeing any here.

[rzatch]

It seems that these new products were tested pretty good and all have had favorable reviews. Now lets see if the prices are just as favorable.

[Dr Oldz]

Are there any pics? Im not seeing any here.


Seems to be working fine on my end.

[rzatch]

Nothing here either. Normally if there are pics that aren`t showing up you get that little box with a red X.

[classofshine]

Clear your cache and see if you still see them, I see no photos, I wouldnt pull your leg!

[CT3]

Since you only need one part, can you send me the other two parts? J/k

Thanks for a great review! It looks like it gets the job done, but we`ll have to see at what cost.

[Dr Oldz]

Let me know if u guys can see pics now please

[classofshine]

Yes, they are working now!:yay

[Dr Oldz]

Yes, they are working now!:yay


Cool! Thanks for the heads up!!!!!!

[rzatch]

Wow your right, that really did do a good job of cleaning up that tire and wheel.

[wendell jarvis]

Good review, got a question, were the tires still wet from product when the picture was taken? If so, like to see how tires look when fully dry, cause the gloss from the pic looks great as if you would not need to apply a tire dressing........

[Dr Oldz]

Good review, got a question, were the tires still wet from product when the picture was taken? If so, like to see how tires look when fully dry, cause the gloss from the pic looks great as if you would not need to apply a tire dressing........


I should have pointed out they were wet just after fully rinsing. They just looked like natural clean rubber when dried. Certainly not glossy. Thanks for pointing that out.