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Wheel Ceramic Coating

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by Jig97, Jan 22, 2025.

  1. Jan 22, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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    Jig97

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    Good evening,

    Making a quick post on Chemical Guys Wheel/Rim Ceramic Coating.
    I bought a new set of wheels for my Tacoma back in December and wanted to try to protect them as best I could, especially through the winter. A quick Amazon search and $20 later I bought this Chemical Guys product.     (link below) Since it was freezing cold in my garage, after applying this product to 2 wheels I called it quits and figured I would install these 2 wheels on the front for protection against excessive brake dust build up. (Installed Dec.12) Looking back I'm glad I was cold and lazy that day because I probably wouldn't have noticed how well this product was working. Fast forward to today (Jan.22) and the results speak for themselves. Keep in mind Tacomas are obviously RWD so that could potentially kick up more salt/debris maybe idk? Just thought I would share this post for an honest product review. I can post more pics down the road if anyone would be interested in such a thing.


    Install Dec. 12 2024
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    Today Jan. 22 2025
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    $24 Chemical Guys HydroSpin Wheel & Rim Ceramic Coating and Quick Detailer (16 oz)
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09N9Z7CYM?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title
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    Last edited: Jan 22, 2025
    Jig97, Jan 22, 2025
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    MGMDesertTaco and dryheat like this.
  2. Jan 27, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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    After a few washes with a good quality wheel cleaner even the best ceramic coatings won't hold up.
     
    VaToy, Jan 27, 2025
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  3. May 30, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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    That’s why less is more. Wheel cleaners will strip the coating or protectant right away if not correctly diluted.

    I don’t clean, at all, besides spraying it down with the electric pressure washed then wiping with a ceramic detailer. Definitely don’t want to use any abrasive scrubbing medium.
     
    JohnDoeFasho, May 30, 2025
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  4. May 30, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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    Even the slightest dilution will strip it over time but keep in mind if the vehicle has seen a lot of driving and neglect a stronger wheel cleaner is needed. Off the shelf products will strip the best coatings. I have been detailing for 40 years and yet to be impressed with any wheel coating! The heat kills the coating, it’s as simple as that.
     
    VaToy, May 30, 2025
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