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Cam2011 · 01-19-2011, 09:44 PM

Can someone suggest me a good brush to clean the deep rims on my ss/rs, I have a decent one, but it gets to be a bit of a pain in the a** when it comes to getting by the brakes, hopefully someone here has something they like and works good.

Thank in advance.

SSOOCH · 01-19-2011, 09:45 PM

Use a mitt and get your hand in there. It's a pain but it's the best way!

Cam2011 · 01-19-2011, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSOOCH

Use a mitt and get your hand in there. It's a pain but it's the best way!

I do that as well, and it works, I was just hoping to lessen my work load, I spray, brush, and mitt, then touch up what I may have missed.

What about applying a wax? Will that help with the brake dust?

waldo · 01-19-2011, 10:16 PM

I've used the "Best" grade, 1 1/2" paint brush for years with great results. The bristles are soft and flexible enough to get into tight areas. If they're "too" flexible, just trim them down until they work for you.

Before I used it for the first time, I dipped the handle and the metal band in Plasti-Coat to prevent nicks and scratches.

After use, I rinse it well and blow the water out with compressed air.

Adam's Polishes · 01-20-2011, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cam2011

I do that as well, and it works, I was just hoping to lessen my work load, I spray, brush, and mitt, then touch up what I may have missed.

What about applying a wax? Will that help with the brake dust?

You should always wax or seal your wheels to keep them protected, but its not going to prevent brake dust. It'll make it harder for the brake dust to stick and make cleaning them easier as it will require less scrubbing to get the contamination off, but its usually just best to get to the root of the cause - THE PADS!

Swap your pads out for a set of ceramics and you won't have any brake dust to deal with.

midnighter · 01-20-2011, 12:09 AM

mitt/ hot soap water

gofast908z · 01-21-2011, 12:57 PM

I don't know how anyone hasn't mentioned this... Its a staple in the professional detailers arsenal.

http://www.autogeek.net/daytona-special.html

gofast908z · 01-21-2011, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SSOOCH

Use a mitt and get your hand in there. It's a pain but it's the best way!

Read my post.... no pain. Life is more pleasant.

*Mindz* · 01-21-2011, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by gofast908z

I don't know how anyone hasn't mentioned this... Its a staple in the professional detailers arsenal.

http://www.autogeek.net/daytona-special.html

Sold? I don't need a drill to use this one.

CamaroDreams07 · 01-21-2011, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by gofast908z

I don't know how anyone hasn't mentioned this... Its a staple in the professional detailers arsenal.

http://www.autogeek.net/daytona-special.html

That's what I use. Very useful.

SSOOCH · 01-21-2011, 11:40 PM

I'm ordering one now!

gofast908z · 01-22-2011, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by SSOOCH

I'm ordering one now!

your hands will thank you

CamaroDreams07 · 01-22-2011, 03:51 AM

Amazon has those Daytonas for pretty cheap. That's where I got mine a while ago.

Camaroman_99 · 01-22-2011, 04:35 AM

That looks like a great item to have!!

01-19-2011, 09:44 PM	#1
Cam2011 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: CT Posts: 2,061	Rim Brush Can someone suggest me a good brush to clean the deep rims on my ss/rs, I have a decent one, but it gets to be a bit of a pain in the a** when it comes to getting by the brakes, hopefully someone here has something they like and works good. Thank in advance.

01-19-2011, 09:45 PM	#2
SSOOCH Camaro SL,UTs Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS #16429 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Jordan, UT Posts: 7,358 View My Garage	Use a mitt and get your hand in there. It's a pain but it's the best way! __________________

01-21-2011, 12:57 PM	#7
gofast908z Drives: Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: California Posts: 400	I don't know how anyone hasn't mentioned this... Its a staple in the professional detailers arsenal. http://www.autogeek.net/daytona-special.html __________________ Jeff 2008 Z06 - Heads/cam/intake/exhaust/tune 2005 Sierra STL ext cab -5.3L, Daily/Detail Rig

01-21-2011, 11:40 PM	#11
SSOOCH Camaro SL,UTs Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS #16429 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Jordan, UT Posts: 7,358 View My Garage	I'm ordering one now! __________________

01-22-2011, 03:51 AM	#13
CamaroDreams07 Drives: Slow V6 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: East Lansing, MI Posts: 9,361 View My Garage	Amazon has those Daytonas for pretty cheap. That's where I got mine a while ago. __________________ [B]

01-19-2011, 10:16 PM	#4
waldo Drives: Current Dodge Magnum owner... soon Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: California Posts: 17	I've used the "Best" grade, 1 1/2" paint brush for years with great results. The bristles are soft and flexible enough to get into tight areas. If they're "too" flexible, just trim them down until they work for you. Before I used it for the first time, I dipped the handle and the metal band in Plasti-Coat to prevent nicks and scratches. After use, I rinse it well and blow the water out with compressed air.

01-20-2011, 12:09 AM	#6
midnighter Account Suspended Drives: nothing Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: a hole Posts: 17,906	mitt/ hot soap water

01-22-2011, 04:35 AM	#14
Camaroman_99 Drives: 2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,657	That looks like a great item to have!! __________________ -----------------------------------

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