CD Wheel & Tire Detailing

Question 1

What type of wheel cleaner formula is safest for use on clear-coated and painted wheels?

Accepted Answer

pH-neutral or pH-balanced cleaner

Answer

pH-neutral cleaners effectively remove dirt and brake dust without etching or damaging the clear-coat or paint finish on wheels.

Question 2

Which tool is best suited for cleaning brake dust and grime from lug nut holes and tight wheel crevices?

Accepted Answer

Soft-bristled detailing brush

Answer

Soft-bristled detailing brushes can reach into tight spaces like lug nut holes and spoke crevices without scratching the wheel finish.

Question 3

What is brake dust primarily composed of that causes it to bond and stain wheel surfaces over time?

Accepted Answer

Iron particles from brake rotors and pads

Answer

Brake dust consists largely of iron particles shed from brake rotors and pads that embed into wheel finishes and cause stubborn staining.

Question 4

Which tire dressing application method is most likely to cause product sling onto the vehicle's paint?

Accepted Answer

Spraying dressing directly onto the tire

Answer

Spraying tire dressing directly onto a tire deposits excessive and uncontrolled amounts of product that easily sling onto paint when the vehicle is driven.

Question 5

What is the correct procedure for preventing tire dressing from slinging onto vehicle paint after application?

Accepted Answer

Apply sparingly, allow to absorb, and wipe off any excess

Answer

Applying tire dressing sparingly and removing any excess before driving prevents the product from centrifugally slinging onto the paint.

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CD Wheel & Tire Detailing