All Purpose Cleaner Questions...

joshcaro

joshcaro

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Im a little bit confused on how you correctly dilute and which APCs to dilute. I dont use APC too much just on wheel wells and on tires. I like to use just a cheap local APC to do so with.



I understand HOW to dilute just not ratios. How would I determine it? Is it based upon the APC (is there anything I need to look for on the bottle) or is it basically the same for all APCs.



Can someone recommend a decent APC i can purchase locally.



Thanks
 
BlackRegal said:
.......Castrol makes one called "Super Clean" that a lot of people really like, and should be available at Wal-Mart or similar big box stores. It has dilution ratios for various automotive surfaces printed on the container. ........
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The Castrol is a really good cleaner, and as BlackRegal mentioned I can usually find it at most Wal-Marts. Here are some ball park dilution ratios for the Castrol (YMMV):



20:1 for vinyl

10:1 for carpet

8:1 for stubborn stuff
 
Ive seen the Castrol one around locally at Walmart and such. Comes in a purple bottle I believe?



What dilution would you recommend for tires....wheel wells....alloy wheels...



THANKS guys!
 
Another question....would this be safe for chrome wheels? If so what dilution would be appropriate and does it strip off any sealant on the wheels. They are clearcoated btw.
 
Super Clean is some potent stuff that is both corrosive and toxic. Without a doubt, it can clean just about anything.



I must have started using that right after it first came out and thought it was the best. The dangerous chemicals are still there even when diluted, albeit at lower levels. It carries a health rating of 3 out of 4. Only MHO, I think there are better options, even it costs more to get the job done. I am currently reviewing some new options for an APC. Some of the industrial stuff out there makes Super Clean look weak. Danger, Danger Will Robinson!



MSDS is here... http://msdslinkbp.intelledoc.com/intelledoc/MSDSLink.m?ecode=04,iden=000000000000000873,sys=BCNA



Hope this helps in making your decision.



One point of interest. We never see auto manufacturers coming out with chemicals of this nature. Hmmmm?
 
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