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ShiWarrior · 30 Nov 2023 at 15:38

ddoubleep said:
Any recommendation on some decent alloy wheel brushes? Had cheap purchases and they just go out of shape or breakdown so with the winter want something that is quick and effective to tidy up wheels once applied BH Sufex HD and Auto Foam.

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Gilbert89 · 30 Nov 2023 at 22:36

ddoubleep said:
Any recommendation on some decent alloy wheel brushes? Had cheap purchases and they just go out of shape or breakdown so with the winter want something that is quick and effective to tidy up wheels once applied BH Sufex HD and Auto Foam.

It can be useful to know both Wheel Design and Finish when recommending wheel brushes, I don’t think it’s a case of one size fits all sort of speak.

ddoubleep · 1 Dec 2023 at 10:12

Gilbert89 said:
It can be useful to know both Wheel Design and Finish when recommending wheel brushes, I don’t think it’s a case of one size fits all sort of speak.

The design in question are these and nothing fancy. Just want to be efficient cleaning the barrels, face and tyres.

Gilbert89 · 1 Dec 2023 at 13:00

ddoubleep said:
The design in question are these and nothing fancy. Just want to be efficient cleaning the barrels, face and tyres.

I asked because depending on how intricate the design is, or how delicate the finish play's a factor in which brushes to recommend as all vary in size, aggressiveness etc.

Below are my Weekend Warrior recommendation's, not a Pro "Detailer"

Tyre (In2Detailing)
I find a dedicated Tyre Brush (With firmer bristles) are ideal for deep cleaning tyres, especially during the winter period and are inexpensive.
https://i.~ibb.co~/JjwKnSx/Screenshot-2023-12-01-11-40-22.png

Wheel Barrel Brush (Autobrite Direct/Amazon)
Autobrite 's Large Flexi Wheel Brush - This works wonder on the inner barrels, extremely light weight when loaded up with suds due to having Nylon Bristles.

Gilbert89 said:
Needed a new Wheel Brush so decided to go for Autobrite’s - Large Flexible Wheel Brush.

https://i.~ibb.co~/q1Yd11B/IMG-2204.jpg

Alternatively you could go down the Microfiber which are much softer, hold plenty more solution. £10 with Free Delivery (First Order you can get a 15% Discount also)

(Turtle Wax Directly)
https://i.~ibb.co~/Ch5SCdd/Screenshot-2023-12-01-12-49-15.png

Sometime's it comes down to preference as there are endless choices out there, none necessarily being the wrong choice.

Wheel Face
Considering your design, as it's not extremely intricate and you mention "Efficiency" perhaps a larger style wheel face brush with soft bristles would be a good option rather than a slim detailing brush?

(Clean Your Car)
https://i.~ibb.co~/9hQKQMH/Screenshot-2023-12-01-12-58-44.png

Alternatively

https://i.~ibb.co~/PQ5bh0s/Screenshot-2023-12-01-13-00-22.png

ddoubleep · 1 Dec 2023 at 14:30

@Gilbert89 @ShiWarrior thank you both for your recommendations.
All the above sound like a great setup to get through the task of cleaning the wheels more efficiently and should last a while. One tool alone can't do it all without compromises.
I know what is going under the tree now :cry:

Janesy B · 1 Dec 2023 at 20:45

Gilbert89 said:
I asked because depending on how intricate the design is, or how delicate the finish play's a factor in which brushes to recommend as all vary in size, aggressiveness etc.

Below are my Weekend Warrior recommendation's, not a Pro "Detailer"

Tyre (In2Detailing)
I find a dedicated Tyre Brush (With firmer bristles) are ideal for deep cleaning tyres, especially during the winter period and are inexpensive.
https://i.~ibb.co~/JjwKnSx/Screenshot-2023-12-01-11-40-22.png

Wheel Barrel Brush (Autobrite Direct/Amazon)
Autobrite 's Large Flexi Wheel Brush - This works wonder on the inner barrels, extremely light weight when loaded up with suds due to having Nylon Bristles.

Alternatively you could go down the Microfiber which are much softer, hold plenty more solution. £10 with Free Delivery (First Order you can get a 15% Discount also)

(Turtle Wax Directly)
https://i.~ibb.co~/Ch5SCdd/Screenshot-2023-12-01-12-49-15.png

Sometime's it comes down to preference as there are endless choices out there, none necessarily being the wrong choice.

Wheel Face
Considering your design, as it's not extremely intricate and you mention "Efficiency" perhaps a larger style wheel face brush with soft bristles would be a good option rather than a slim detailing brush?

(Clean Your Car)
https://i.~ibb.co~/9hQKQMH/Screenshot-2023-12-01-12-58-44.png

Alternatively

https://i.~ibb.co~/PQ5bh0s/Screenshot-2023-12-01-13-00-22.png

I find that in2detailing tyre brush way too stiff to be effective, it just digs in and wants to fall out your hand. I got a detailing factory one and it's perfect.

Detail Factory Tire Scrub Brush

The Detail Factory tire brush features a solid, rubber-overmolded handle with an ergonomic “D” profile and ribbed rubber texture for superior grip during use. The chemical resistant filament-type bristles are perfect for scrubbing tires, floor mats, running board step plates, and much more...

theragcompany.co.uk

ShiWarrior · 1 Dec 2023 at 20:47

i have this one:

Gyeon Q2M Tire (Tyre) Brush

Superb maintenance products for outstanding detailing performanceStiff yet gentle synthetic hair, placed in a chemical resistant handle and an ergonomic shape combined in the Gyeon Q²M TireBrush to offer you safe and comfortable tire maintenance.Safe and ergonomicThe Q²M TireBrush is designed to...

www.in2detailing.co.uk

Janesy B · 1 Dec 2023 at 21:01

Yeah thats another one I tried and just gave to my dad lol, didn't get on with it at all.

kona786 · 1 Dec 2023 at 22:03

Janesy B said:
I find that in2detailing tyre brush way too stiff to be effective, it just digs in and wants to fall out your hand. I got a detailing factory one and it's perfect.

Detail Factory Tire Scrub Brush

The Detail Factory tire brush features a solid, rubber-overmolded handle with an ergonomic “D” profile and ribbed rubber texture for superior grip during use. The chemical resistant filament-type bristles are perfect for scrubbing tires, floor mats, running board step plates, and much more...

theragcompany.co.uk

I also have this and agree its perfect. Pricey but worth it. Just the right stiffness, ergonomic and quality construction.

Gilbert89 · 2 Dec 2023 at 09:44

Janesy B said:
I find that in2detailing tyre brush way too stiff to be effective, it just digs in and wants to fall out your hand. I got a detailing factory one and it's perfect.

Detail Factory Tire Scrub Brush

The Detail Factory tire brush features a solid, rubber-overmolded handle with an ergonomic “D” profile and ribbed rubber texture for superior grip during use. The chemical resistant filament-type bristles are perfect for scrubbing tires, floor mats, running board step plates, and much more...

theragcompany.co.uk

Could have a point, I initially didn’t get on with mine but being a tight Northerner paid severance and it’s softened up slightly and with a decent technique I find it does the job.

But I still think it’s a solid choice for the task at hand, especially for £4.50

The one you suggested look so perfect, probably worth the money as you mention.

Suppose it depends how generous Santa is feeling for him

V_R · 2 Dec 2023 at 12:30

Janesy B said:
I find that in2detailing tyre brush way too stiff to be effective, it just digs in and wants to fall out your hand. I got a detailing factory one and it's perfect.

Detail Factory Tire Scrub Brush

The Detail Factory tire brush features a solid, rubber-overmolded handle with an ergonomic “D” profile and ribbed rubber texture for superior grip during use. The chemical resistant filament-type bristles are perfect for scrubbing tires, floor mats, running board step plates, and much more...

theragcompany.co.uk

Oooh, will have to try that, I have the I2D tyre brush too, and find the same. It works but its not as easy as it should be.

kona786 · 2 Dec 2023 at 17:38

Gilbert89 said:
The one you suggested look so perfect, probably worth the money as you mention.

Suppose it depends how generous Santa is feeling for him

I believe amazon has the best price delivered

Detail Factory - Tire Scrub Brush - Stiff Synthetic Bristles, Ergonomic Design, Clean Your Tires with Ease, Grey https://amzn.eu/d/hA7hy8N

MrRongCar · 3 Dec 2023 at 18:29

Ceramic has applied well :-)

Draeger · 11 Dec 2023 at 13:04

This is likely a daft question, but is there a difference between TFR and snow foam?

Which is generally considered to be most effective at loosening and removing surface dirt/grime?

ShiWarrior · 11 Dec 2023 at 13:10

Draeger said:
This is likely a daft question, but is there a difference between TFR and snow foam?

Which is generally considered to be most effective at loosening and removing surface dirt/grime?

It's very confusing isn't it

Both are prewash

Snow foam is generally milder, and as its name suggests, designed for a snow foam cannon / lance

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Draeger · 11 Dec 2023 at 13:17

ShiWarrior said:
It's very confusing isn't it

Both are prewash

Snow foam is generally milder, and as its name suggests, designed for a snow foam cannon / lance

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Yes, a bit confusing!! I don't know why, but all of a sudden my Facebook feed is full of adverts for TFR - must have clicked on something similar at some point!

I get the impression that TFR is more slanted towards commercial vehicles, at least many of the adverts for it certainly sing its praises when used on vans and trucks or even campervans. It also seems to me that it can as you say, be a bit harsher on paint and plastics if not used correctly.

lordrobs · 11 Dec 2023 at 14:01

I'm tempted to try some TFR on the company car as it's got to that time of year again where I resent spending time on keeping someone else's car clean which only got dirty in the first place due to the amount of work miles I do.

My colleague manages to keep his car looking respectable by running it through automated car washes but whenever I do that it comes out either half cleaned and looking worse than when it had an even later if dirt or with very obvious paint damage. I'm talking down to the primer scratches, not swirls! Worst one was a Shell car was mistaking my passenger door for a wheel and scrubbing a circular patch into it.

If I could spray on and pressure wash off with half decent results I could like with it being harsh on the paint. Might help clean the moss off the drive as well!

Gilbert89 · 11 Dec 2023 at 19:31

Draeger said:
Yes, a bit confusing!! I don't know why, but all of a sudden my Facebook feed is full of adverts for TFR - must have clicked on something similar at some point!

I get the impression that TFR is more slanted towards commercial vehicles, at least many of the adverts for it certainly sing its praises when used on vans and trucks or even campervans. It also seems to me that it can as you say, be a bit harsher on paint and plastics if not used correctly.

Let me guess… Jennychem?

Bluecube · 11 Dec 2023 at 19:38

Watch with TFR as there’s caustic and non caustic variants. The caustic type is pretty harsh and can strip ypur protective coatings away.

Neither will clean moss of your drive either

Draeger · 12 Dec 2023 at 08:14

Gilbert89 said:
Let me guess… Jennychem?

Yup.

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