Best way to CLEAN YOUR WHEELS | Alloy VS Aluminum VS Chrome Wheels

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In today's video I decided to focus on wheel cleaning and the differences between Alloy Wheels, Painted and clear coated, Polished Aluminum, and Chrome wheels. To show the differences I am using Meguiars Hot Rims Line up of wheel cleaners. Knowing what type of wheel you are working on is very important and can help you decide on what chemical to use. Overall, I typically use a single type of wheel cleaner on the majority of wheels (since most wheels i work with are an alloy with a painted surface). However, knowing your options will help you decide if you want to play it safe and use a less aggressive chemical, or if you want to use something stronger and simplify the cleaning process... ENJOY!!!
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Meguairs Hot Rims Wheel and Tire Cleaner - amzn.to/3mOavYd
Meguiars Hot Rims ALUMINUM - amzn.to/3QpUbKv
Meguiars Hot Rims CHROME - amzn.to/3QnZsCs
P & S Brake Buster Wheel Cleaner - amzn.to/3b4xlIp
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TIME CODES:
0:00 - Best way to CLEAN YOUR WHEELS
0:50 - The Test
1:03 - Alloy Vs Polished Aluminum
4:06 - Meguairs Hot Rim Wheel and Tire Cleaner
4:55 - Meguairs Hot Rim Aluminum
5:28 - Meguairs Hot Rim Chrome
5:56 - Dwell Time?
7:04 - Results
9:07 - Final Thoughts
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Due to factors beyond my control, I cannot guarantee against improper use of the information I share in my videos. (IMJOSHV) assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not (IMJOSHV) or any business affiliated to (IMJOSHV).

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@jbrady1175 2 года назад

Perfect timing, I was in the store earlier this week scratchin my head looking for a first step into wheel cleaner, and i had settled on these three but didnt know which to get. Then, boom, you post this video. Got the purple bottle a few hours later. Thanks!

@TDIETZ22 2 года назад

Jay Lenos works surpsingly well. Always love it when a celeb takes pride in having a good contract/deal. Usually they just want the money

@chrisrefaei 2 года назад

Love Meguiar's. It's what i used when I was a young grasshopper. Thanks for clarifying the three for all the newcomers

@imjoshv 2 года назад

You bet!

@ironeagle2526 2 года назад

I have been using hot wheel and tire cleaner for years been very happy with it and price for what it does is great

@bjones804 2 года назад

Great review! I’ve been using the Hot Rims CHROME on my Harley for 4 or 5 years now! It’s amazing and I swear by it! Just purchased 2 more bottles from Walmart last weekend. It was only like $6.48 or so a bottle. I keep it in stock for my HOG!!!

@bsm1th99 Год назад

I use this all the time on my wheels and tires. One of my favorite products to use

@BigJoeyCrack 2 года назад

great video as always thanks man!

@nicorallysport 2 года назад

Hello from France my friend. I own all 3. And they are 3 fantastic rim products!. I love the blue (aluminum) for contactless washing on ceramic coated rims, with its ph of 8 it remains safe enough not to damage the coating. The pink (all wheel) for a stronger cleaning ph13.5 but especially for a super cleaning of the tires with a strong browning effect. And the red (chrome) ph2.5 I use it occasionally on the paint to remove hard water spots, spray, rub, rinse, it works very well but be careful not to let it sit too long on the clear coat in my opinion! (Wheel Brightener D143 can do the same!). Otherwise me my n°1 remains for the moment meguiar's wheel & Paint Iron Decon D1801. For a good all in one for rims.

@NickBuenoo Год назад

Can I use the chrome hot rims (red) on my aluminum wheels??

@mobscents4967 2 года назад

Man I love how your always reviewing the products I see on the shelves at Walmart

@frankcastaldi2531 2 года назад

I have used the wheel and tire cleaner before, it worked good. I now use brake buster or adams wheel and tire cleaner. Thanks for the comparison.

@mikeythanos 2 года назад

The ultimate all wheel cleaner is the best I've ever used

@coreymerritt7742 2 года назад

I buy the hot rims works great thanks josh 👍

@imjoshv 2 года назад

You bet!

@seal4ever778 Год назад

Thanks for your review

@chriss1183 2 года назад

My brake buster and Ik foamer arrived tonight. Love it. Was out there at night in the lights. Well see how the touchless wash came out in daylight. Got my technicians choice tonight to. Ceramic coating coming in the days ahead and then we’ll check the technicians choice after the coating is on. Thanks for all your videos. I set up a car wash station in the garage. Lol.

@fireball7671 2 года назад

Wish you the best on your detailing adventure! I love brake buster.

@glenf4115 2 года назад

For me I use Superclean using a white carpet drill brush for the tires. Save $/product and lots of spraying: Spray the wheel cleaner on to a wheel brush for the wheels. When removing wheels I use a Mothers powerball with extension for the inside of the barrels.

@CaliforniaCasey 2 года назад

Great Video! Rhe aluminum cleaner is great for the polished aluminum truck bed tool boxes. Harsh chemicals almost make those boxes look satin finish after a wash or two. Gotta keep the aluminum diamond plate shining! 🔥

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Great point!

@MrJRod891 2 года назад

Casey, that's a good idea! Never thought of it for that.

@YaBoyJon 2 года назад

Thank you for going back and inserting a quick explanation of the differences between Alloy/Aluminum and Chrome

@MikesAutoDetailing 2 года назад

Great video

@unknown-yk4qd 2 года назад

Few weeks ago I was standing in Walmart with all 3 bottles in my hands for a half hour and decided to not get any as I was confused and didn’t want to damage my rims. Though for the right one the cost is worth it. I ended up order sonax, which was pretty pricey using the whole bottle and it did the job.

@bhcamaro2002 2 года назад

Meguiars wheel & tire does really well at removing the browning on tires

@imjoshv 2 года назад

agreed

@Ray00069 Год назад

I use the hot wheel purple cleaner on my finished black gloss wheels and it performs great. Brings back the shine back. I also follow it with a ceramic wax to complete the black gloss shine.

@_Gonzal3z_ 2 года назад

Can you do products for car interior? That'll be most helpful. Thanks

@chadwallace6625 2 года назад

love watching your channel! I am a Deputy Sheriff in rural southeast Ohio. There are lots of dirt and gravel roads here. Im getting a new Tahoe PPV and Im looking for suggestions for a list of chemicals to keep my ride looing good inside and out. If you could help a brother out Id appreciate it. I think the only thing I found that I like is the Adams Chemical Graphine tire dressing.

@CharlieB1109 2 года назад

What wheel cleaner do you use for your detail business? Thanks bud. Keep up that great videos!

@mikemuniak4711 2 года назад

I use meguiars ultimate all wheel cleaner on my 4000 dollar tires and rims and I love it ,it changes color as its cleans and takes the brake shit off with eas ,highly recommend

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Nice!!!

@joshread3740 2 года назад

The wheel and tire cleaner looks really good. The best I've used is Adam's Wheel and Tire Cleaner. The thing is, you use so much of this stuff that price is a huge factor. As good as this Meguiar's one looks (though I don't know if it's as good as Adam's), it's still more expensive per ounce than Adam's if you buy Adam's gallon jug ($45). And Adam's can comfortably be diluted 1:1 and still have great performance. Another good option is Turtle Wax's hyper foam wheel and tire cleaner, which is only about $35 for a gallon and can also be diluted 1:1 for great performance. I haven't used it yet but reviews are great. I'll probably buy it once I'm through with my Adam's jug.

@ericcarter6421 2 года назад

Thank you for posting this. I had no idea some of these could be diluted. I have used Adam’s wheel & tire cleaner, it’s good, but the sprayer on the bottle it comes in is terrible. Over the weekend, I used Turtle Wax’s hyper foam and it’s phenomenal. Only negative I had with it was the smell. I’m wondering if I dilute it 1:1 will that help tone down the terrible smell?

@joshread3740 2 года назад

@@ericcarter6421 unfortunately the smell is kind of a staple of wheel and tire cleaners. It may help a tiny bit, but not much. And I agree that Adam's sprayer for the wheel and tire cleaner is terrible. I just use either a foam sprayer like iK Foam Pro 2 with the product diluted 5:1 or a $4 spray bottle from Walmart that works way better than Adams'.

@bruins871 2 года назад

P&S wheel cleaner is good too

@basementstudio7574 2 года назад

Thanks for the video. Any problem with getting this stuff on the brake rotor? I'm going to guess no but just wanna make sure. Thanks

@TransformationDetail 2 года назад

This is great! I needed this. I sometimes have trouble with some wheels in my business. Especially when it comes to getting the barrels really clean. I use super clean for the tires and rims, then I use 3Ds BDX iron for the barrels. I'm going to try some of these product that were mentioned here in the comments. I've used brake buster before and for whatever reason feel like it wasn't strong enough for me 🤷🏾‍♂️

@Troy.b 2 года назад

Do you have a video on the best time or condition to wash your vehicle?

@Pittsburgh-412 2 года назад

I have the tire and wheel cleaner and I've tried many other brands. I can tell you from experience that this purple bottle of mcguires is by far the best there is. Nothing can clean like this

@carlostaveras3309 2 года назад

Can it be used on all types of wheels?

@Pittsburgh-412 2 года назад

@@carlostaveras3309 it doesn't state that it can be used on chrome. Mine are painted black. I don't see why it can't be used on any rim type. So look as it doesn't dry on it or sit too long

@StacyBrown2 2 месяца назад

Hi! Great review. Could you tell me if the wheel on a 2021 Highlander is aluminum or chrome? I am not sure which one of the spray to purchase

@armandoanes9924 2 года назад

I've seen at Walmart the sud labs please when you get time do a video on that

@imjoshv 2 года назад

will do!

@Mustangdan351 2 года назад

Have you done a video on the Meguiar's Ultimate All Wheel Cleaner? How does the Hot Rims Wheel and Tire Cleaner compare?

@luisbenitez8466 2 года назад

Great video man, I have a questio, have u ever tried Superior products? For example the formula 4 spray wax

@ricardogibbings2996 2 года назад

Good evening compare The Adams wheel cleaner to this one

@fp5495 11 месяцев назад

LOL. These RU-vid experts all have the same garage setup.

@Legendary62548 10 месяцев назад

He has a shop

@mistahpahkah5876 2 года назад

So Josh, are you gonna tell us what your pressure washer setup for this video look like?

@salbastedo6422 Год назад

what about diped and paint sprayed rims video

@TheCyleRitchie 2 года назад

I love the purple bottle wheel and tire cleaner. Just beware of the bottles. They're so thin that they break very easily. I dropped one while sitting and it busted. I also had one break in my detail bucket in my trunk. I now just put it in a reusable bottle so I'm not wasting it.

@DonDickhaut-Bassman 3 месяца назад

Thank you, very helpful!

@danny25_ 2 года назад

What would you recommend for matte finish wheels?

@cutthroat0075591 2 года назад

Meguiars Detailers Non-Acid for me. You can also dilute it 1:1.

@timthompson9686 2 года назад

Great video, what pressure washer are you using that gets the 1.7 gpm, im currently looking to purchase one for use at home. I prefer electric just for noise issues any help would be great

@user-ui9on5rf2p 2 года назад

Can you try out Americana Global Wheel and tire cleaner I might buy it🤷🏻‍♂️

@GrandmaKeith 10 месяцев назад

Can you use fallout remover on polished wheels

@bigmac8230 Год назад

I am wonder if I can use the Aluminum one on plastic hubcaps 🤔

@vanessamiller9998 Год назад

Is super clean a good wheel/tire cleaner for painted wheel surfaces?

@JH-di3nu 2 года назад

Does using an aggressive cleaner like this cause damage to the wheel finish / clear coat when used frequently?

@ronaiosa126 2 года назад

Is the chrome one an acid cleaner?

@olenronning 3 месяца назад

What about matte finish wheels?

@cp3090 Год назад

Which one of these would work best for Tesla. I have a model 3 AWD

@Harry-fo1te Год назад

I have been using the wheel and tire cleaner for years. It is my go to. Does a great job every time. Love all your videos Josh. Keep up the great work.

@Selfdefense4k 2 месяца назад

Can i use the hot rims wheel and tire cleaner purple bottle on black rims? Whats the best for black rims?

@Pedroluvslupe 2 года назад

The chrome version is the best for chrome wheels specially for the Harley Davidson on my ford truck , I know this is different topic but, what can you recommend me to dress plastic inside like dashboards that leaves a dry touch finish

@MOLOKAIBO1 2 года назад

Hot Rims Chrome worked very well for my wheels * Fuel Chrome Finished Wheels. Don’t have to agitate * follow directions on the amount of time on surface. 👍

@markwilliams330 Год назад

What wheel and tire cleaners do you use professionally? I am a mobile detailer and like you said time is money i never want to spend so much time on wheels

@PatrickWitherow 2 года назад

Thanks for making this video. Also, starting at 1:08 you sound a lot like Tom Delonge.

@Dylandur. 2 года назад

Great review also why do you use an electric pressure washers instead of a gas pressure washer, with some of the gas ones having a high GPM and PSI and which produces more foam with a foam cannon

@antcantcook960 Год назад

Because he’s rinsing and not washing with the pressure washer. Why would he be concerned about foam in a video about chemical cleaners?

@hartlanddetailer5670 2 года назад

FYI, Meguiar's has a 4th wheel cleaner, the Ultimate Wheel Cleaner also available at Walmart & other car parts stores. I believe it has Iron remover in it?

@carlostaveras3309 2 года назад

@hartland detailer is this better than the purple and can be used on all types of wheels?

@hartlanddetailer5670 2 года назад

@@carlostaveras3309 Not sure? I never have used it before? But I am sure it is a decent product as all their Ultimate products are?

@Aswaguespack 2 года назад

Living in South Louisiana with hot humid summer days of 90°+ with 65%+ humidity and heat indexes over 110 makes it difficult for me )”(almost 70 yrs young 😉) so anything that can cut my time cleaning wheels on my truck is greatly appreciated. 😂👍🏻

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Yea im with you! Just make sure it doesnt dry on the wheel in that heat!!

@Aswaguespack 2 года назад

@@imjoshv oh most certainly, I might expect that drying times might need to be reduced slightly to compensate for heat & humidity

@cobii5174 Год назад

i have polished aluminum aftermarket rims and it seems like this blue stuff is the only thing i can use i just can’t really find any info

@BIGRICKLITTLERICK 3 месяца назад

Just bought new chrome wheels and I'm looking for a good cleaner that's good stuff! Will the tire and wheel cleaner be ok to use on them or do I need to strictly only use the chrome cleaner? I really like the results of that wheel and tire cleaner! But don't want to do more harm then good to my brand new wheels. Thanks

@PeteyPablo408 8 месяцев назад

So based on what you said The Hot rims wheel and tire cleaner would and can be safe for Chrome wheels? I have a Harley davidson Road king with Chrome fat spoke wheels what would you recommend for the White Wall tires? Can this be used as well also what type of brush would be best for the this? Thanks

@cutthroat0075591 2 года назад

Also can you show us what you use for your professional business?

@williamclick9771 Год назад

Can the Meguiar's Wheel and Tire Cleaner be used on a stock steel rim? These rims are usually painted black with little round holes in them. Also I have hubcaps on the rims would the Wheel and Tires Cleaner be safe to use on the hubcap?

@btbd2785 Год назад

Regardless the type of wheel cleaner. It's still a good idea to use a wheel brush or wheel woolie?. Because you don't know if you'll get into all the areas with the chemical

@rainshadows7086 2 года назад

i need to get me a chrome cleaner. all i use is super clean

@Carlosson45 2 года назад

What if I have platinum wheels?

@kawzx777 Год назад

I picked up a wheel cleaner from Walmart. "SudsLab Zero Acid" u need to review it. ONE OF THE BEST IVE EVER USED! Almost hands free. Trust me get it!

@imjoshv Год назад

I have done a few videos on suds lab. They make great stuff!!!

@rbljackson 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for the info. I had to figure out a product to clean my polished aluminium wheels that are on my motorcycle. They are a pain to get clean and keep clean. Ive spent numerous days over the summer using mothers aluminum polish to improve the finish on them. Now as I get closer to having them shiny again, I went thru this video and purchased the Aluminium wheel cleaner in this brand. Even though its not as strong as the others, I don't want to ruin the finish I worked so hard to shine up. Is there a better product out there for polished aluminium that you would recommend over all the others?

@imjoshv 9 месяцев назад

Honestly keeping with the least aggressive method is way to go, if you try and get too aggressive then it can start causing issues with the finish. I know it’s a pain…

@jaybently 2 года назад

How are you always first Mr. Rico? I swear I click on the video within seconds and you’re always there.

@markymark903 2 года назад

I watch a podcast where some guy from the Netherlands always chimes in first

@no_lft_shft 2 года назад

I think it's a bot? Because I see it on other videos that aren't about detailing lol. Unless he's just fucking every where

@DaRealestUHeard 2 года назад

Don't they make a all purpose one as well?

@fiouable 2 года назад

I just decontaminate my wheels. Then i apply a good sealer or wax. Then I don’t need to spray on harsh chemicals on my wheels because nothing sticks the them

@JOSHIC 2 года назад

What wheel and tire cleaner do you use for your business?

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Right now ive been using Technicians Choice Brake R... But I also like the non acid wheel cleaner from meguiars amzn.to/3NYUudZ

@davidminor1254 4 месяца назад

I'm confused. I have a Mazda CX-5 that has aluminum alloy(I think powder coated?) wheels. Can anyone tell me what is safe?? I bought SudsLab XA and it isn't for aluminum wheels.

@completeturnarounddetailin3536 2 года назад

I believe the red one (chrome) is an acid based formula and the purple one is a strong alkaline cleaner…

@davestewart9146 2 года назад

Because of my neglect I need to get years of baked on brake dust off my forged aluminum chrome plated truck wheels, any suggestions? Thanks Josh 👍😁

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Hmmmm. id want to see them to be safe. If its a truce chrome plating go with the chrome wheel cleaner. If its just a high polished aluminum though the chrome wheel cleaner can damage them so just test a small spot first

@davestewart9146 2 года назад

@@imjoshv thanks Josh 😊

@glenf4115 2 года назад

Once you have the wheel off try something like a Mothers powerball. It is a foam ball that attaches to a drill. Spray the wheel cleaner to the ball and start removing the baked on junk. It comes with an extension so you can get at the entire wheel drum.

@jinxtacy Год назад

Has anyone tried a product that works well on Volk powder coated wheels? I am terrified of using a wheel cleaner on them without someone else sharing their experience.

@kennywalker7299 2 года назад

what is equivaltent to the hot wheel wheels cleaner that I can purchase in gallons?

@joeschmoe6908 2 года назад

Meguiars Non Acid wheel and tire cleaner. Or really any brand of non acid wheel cleaner sold by the gallon. They're all high ph, without too much variation in ingredients. Nanoskin makes a good one, P&S Brakebuster is good. For less money Superclean or Purple Power degreasers are not bad. For all of these the only thing to remember is don't let the product dry on the surface or it WILL cause staining.

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Joe is right! The Hot rims wheel and tire has some sulfonic acids so i do really like the non acid wheels cleaners. amzn.to/3NYUudZ They all register VERY high on the PH scale around 13-14 on the alkaline side meaning they are corrosive which is why they work so well to brake up all the dirt and break dust

@Pinkielover 2 года назад

foaming soap and water

@hotflashfoto 2 года назад

My wheels are chrome-plated alloy. The chrome is on the outer face, and the rest of the exposed wheel on the inside is alloy. Use the "regular" cleaner?

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Good question.... What kind of vehicle is it on? Ive seen some thing like that and the chrome is actually a plastic insert cover ( seen it on some ram pick ups)... If its real chrome, and you have multiple materials, then id probably go with the wheel and tire but just test it and be careful. But i would think that should be fine

@hotflashfoto 2 года назад

@@imjoshv 2011 Malibu. They are alloy wheels for sure. When I first bought it (used in 2013), I thought they were chromed steel, but later found out that they're alloy. I'll try the Wheel and Tire. Thank you!

@Jewishkowboy 2 года назад

That stuff works amazing but it just got too expensive. Using P&S brake buster now diluted in a foam pump sprayer

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Yea buying in bulk sizes really helps and the P&S is a great choice

@cecisalazar7622 Год назад

Do you use P&S on every wheel? Or how do you use it? I bought P&S for my self to use on my own car & family cars but don’t want to harm wheels.

@Jewishkowboy Год назад

@@cecisalazar7622 I use it on every wheel and tire and have had no issues. I use it diluted 4:1 in a Marolex Axel 2000 foam pump sprayer. If the sprayer is empty I'll use 40 oz of water and 10 oz of brake buster for a total of 50 oz and it fills up the bottle about 3/4 full and will last for several uses

@d.posey1010 2 года назад

You still recommend the P&S Brake Buster over anything else?

@imjoshv 2 года назад

I like p&s for sure. In my business i am currently using Technicians Choice Brake R and really like it!

@d.posey1010 2 года назад

@@imjoshv thanks for the response man. Your channel has been super helpful! Looking into start a mobile detailing business with my brother.

@autograph415 2 года назад

suds lab from wally world

@ToadieSage 2 года назад

I cannot stress this enough. Do NOT use the chrome cleaner for anything other than chrome. I had chrome looking wheels but turned out it was not true chrome and at first it worked great. But after a couple months I used it and pressure washed some of the finish off and they all just peeled from there. Not the wheel cleaners fault but just make sure your wheels are chrome before using.

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Yea many people actually have a very high polished alloy which looks similar to chrome. The chrome cleaner could potentially stain that

@05xrunner 2 года назад

save some cash and buy the Megs D143 non acid cleaner. Its the exact same thing as hot rims but in a gallon form so much more cost effective.

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Yea that stuff works great as well! They are different though. But work very similar. The Hot Rims Wheel and Tire has sulfonic acid and the non acid D143 does not

@nikolaitownsend1239 Год назад

For great results with any of these products, you should use a brush to scrub the dirt. Not just apply and rinse

@chevy572ful 2 года назад

If you're saying that alloy is aluminum then you need to change your intro. Alloy vs Aluminum it may confuse some one.

@1stfrompuertorico568 2 года назад

1st

@joefro9473 2 года назад

That cleaner in the pink bottle will eat the clearcoat off of your rims!!!!!

@Jonathan-pr1wo 2 года назад

it’s not meant to be used on powder coated or painted wheels as it has acid. I use that one mainly for tires with browning on them that non acid wheel cleaners would not remove.

@imjoshv 2 года назад

Correct! But it is safe for oem clear coated wheels. it shouldnt eat the clear coat if its used properly.

@greyhamlogan2255 2 года назад

I want 10.55 of my life back, you could have summed this up in 2min.

@projectfairlady2148 Год назад

And you could have watched a different video. This guy has been in business for 18 years and has a successful RU-vid channel for a good reason

@destiny_elena. 8 дней назад

you could change how fast the video is going by pressing the settings button, would’ve only spent 5:27 instead 😂of

@gregroth4696 Месяц назад

Dude write a script or outline. I left at 1:15

@as680783 2 года назад

Great video, Josh. However, why do you Yankees insist on removing the letter "i" from some of your words? Aluminium has an "i" in it and should be pronounced: *_alu_minee_um_* not *_aloo_minem_* . It's just so so wrong, and you must be pulled up for it. I'm campaigning for the promotion of proper English pronunciation in the USA. Please speak properly, dude. 😎😎😎

@mistahpahkah5876 2 года назад

So Josh, are you gonna tell us what your pressure washer setup for this video look like?

@imjoshv 2 года назад

I mentioned that im using about 1200psi at 1.7gpm. Its the Adams Pro Pressure Washer hooked up through a gravity fed system in my truck