Keeping your Prius detailed.. Q&A

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by niteryder, Aug 9, 2012.

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  1. Former Member 68813

    Former Member 68813 Senior Member

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    Do you use the same sealers and waxes on rims or something different?
     
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    Hi Steve,
    I had to wash it once for that 3M film rework. She stays pretty clean sitting in the garage :) I think I have 800 miles on her now. Might be 700 something but as usual I am not home to check :( I'll have to do a nice wash & wax before I throw the blankie over her until spring. Gonna change the oil too as I don't want to leave it all winter with used oil in the motor.

    Mike

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  3. xs650

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    There are special treatments for alloy wheels, but since factory and most aftermarket alloy wheels are clear coated, you can treat them the same as any painted surface.
     
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    Using wax or most sealants on your wheels is a waste of time, since the high temps will deteriorate whatever you use in no time.

    Except--RejeX. It was developed specifically for the military for high temp applications.
    RejeX: Nothing Sticks but the Shine!
     
    #24 stream, Aug 12, 2012
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    latex or nitrile glove on hand, wipe affected area, should be good to go, quick and easy my friend.

    Rob
     
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    Optimium opti-coat 2.0 or CarPro CQuartz.. both work great on wheels
     
    #26 DP200248721, Aug 12, 2012
  7. xs650

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    Try checking the temperature of your car's roof after it has been parked in the Sun awhile, then compare that to the wheel temperature.
     
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    lol... Win
     
    #28 DP200248721, Aug 12, 2012
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    That didn't come to me immediately. You made me think, I shall be wary of you in the future.:)
     
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    Wary indeed my friend... Sometimes the most obvious answer is the most elusive to others :)

    Rob
     
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    Would anyone be interested in a half-day detailing how-to? It would be in MN and hosted by me. Good timing just before winter.



    I'm Mobile
     
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    i would! but i live in virginia...

    would you consider posting a series of youtube videos?
     
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