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Old 05-29-2009, 03:14 AM
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I use Eagle One A2Z wheel cleaner. Does a good job for me with a soft brush. Try that stuff and some billett.
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Thanks for help, but is there also any way to reduce then getting so black, the dust seeems really excessive, way more than my other beamer
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Originally Posted by aspurewal' post='893940' date='May 29 2009, 07:18 AM
Thanks for help, but is there also any way to reduce then getting so black, the dust seeems really excessive, way more than my other beamer
not without affecting the braking performance, but you could get different brake pads that do not fade as much.
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try good 'ol fashion spit (recommended mix of 2 parts mucous-for nice gloss and protective film, 1 part spit) if that don't work try the technologically advanced flourescent piss. more bang for the buck. however you need to get all four wheels simultaneauosly as flow rate on dispense valve totally uncontrolable. good luck

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Originally Posted by aspurewal' post='893940' date='May 29 2009, 07:18 AM
Thanks for help, but is there also any way to reduce then getting so black, the dust seeems really excessive, way more than my other beamer
Clean the rims really well, use a mag wheel wax and if you really want it to stay get the powerball for wheels (this will also remove a lot of dust stains). After that is done dust will not cling as much. Also when washing, clean your wheels first with the cleaner of your choice, do not let it sit long (one wheel at a time) and rinse well. Clean the wheels after rinsing again with the car wash soap (use a different washing sponge and clean the wheel wells, when you clean that thin carpet lining it absorbs road noise better and your ride will be quieter) and let that sit while washing (but not in the sun) this will help the wax repel dust.
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And of course rinse the wash soap when rinsing the car (just realized I didn't mention that).

I'm on my BB or I would have edited the post . Hope this helps!
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Clay works just as well for the tough spots. Typically, I first use a cleaner such as Meguiare's Hot Rims, and then use clay. Works like a charm.
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You need to o get Axxis advance deluxe dustless pads, lot of us here use them and they are great, same braking performance with virtually no dust, I can go weeks without washing my wheels ( but I don't)
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