Armour All Wheel Protectant

[Speedybrit]

So this stuff really works as it says. I washed my car yesterday and drove the car no more than 15 mins and already had brake dust coating my rims. I got pissed at the amount of brake dust and was like what the hell no harm in trying this so i went to pepboys and got it (only $9 and there is a rebate on Armour all's website for it to be free). Wiped down my wheels when i got home and sprayed it on and let the car sit for a few hours. Well i have driven about three hours since spraying the wheels and there isn't even any drake dust on my wheels. It only lasts 4 weeks and i used about half the can, i may have sprayed too much on the rims though. This stuff is fantastic and i highly recommend it to anyone who wants a quick and easy way of stopping the brake dust problem.

[seank]

Yep I have been using Michelin's Brake dust repellant for about 2 years, definitely makes cleaning the LM's more tolerable.

[B8xman]

i wanted to post the same thing!!! I love that stuff!! I dont have to wash the wheels for weeks!!

[joeyo]

I'm gonna have to try this stuff...I wash my car on Monday, and by Friday my rims are BLACK.

[NPuter]

Is it this stuff:
http://site.unbeatablesale.com/img072/azrcox10228ea.gif

[Blake P]

So... Where does the brake dust go?

[MiracleWhips]

Is it this stuff:
http://site.unbeatablesale.com/img072/azrcox10228ea.gif

No, this is just standard ArmorAll.

What you want is this....

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j24/plutoloko1/ARMORALLWheelProtectant200gms1.jpg

[B_Boy]

http://www.armorall.com/img/products/exterior/r_arm_wheel_protectant.jpg
it actually looks like this....it jus came out a few weeks now, it looks bigger than it really is but it does work. I used a whole can on all four wheels and my exhaust tips and they have been super clean for about a week now!

[NPuter]

http://www.armorall.com/img/products/exterior/r_arm_wheel_protectant.jpg
it actually looks like this....it jus came out a few weeks now, it looks bigger than it really is but it does work. I used a whole can on all four wheels and my exhaust tips and they have been super clean for about a week now!

thanks!

[seank]

So... Where does the brake dust go?

To the surrounding air I'm assuming, it is surface protectant, basically Pam for your wheels. I can't believe you guys are using a whole can each time you was your car, a can of the Michelin stuff lasts me at least 6 washes.

[aRa_a4]

I've also used Michelin dust repellent for years and it sure lasts a lot more. Any way I'm going to try this one.

[Speedybrit]

I only used about half the can. I wasnt sure how much to spray on the car and the can is surprisingly smaller than you expect (its only a 7oz can). I didnt think about spraying it on my exhaust, im gonna do that tomorrow when i get home. I walked out today and thought to myself that my car looks different with shinny silver tires now. Im so used to seeing the "gun metal brake dust" color on my car.

[Blake P]

Maybe if you spray it all over the car it won't get dirty!

[T0XiK]

thanx for that info, i'll have to order me some asap

[MYFASTA4]

http://armorall.com/products/view_product.php?product_id=33&main_group=3&category_index=wheel
check out this video, the guy cracks me up but if it works that good im getting me some.

[Nght&Day-B8]

Maybe if you spray it all over the car it won't get dirty!

If its 1 can for 4 wheels, is it 1 can per 2 panels?

[seank]

The Michelin stuff comes in a 15oz can.

[xcellr8tion]

Where have you guys been getting the Michelin stuff? Kragen/Schucks/Checkers?

[seank]

Haven't bought a can in awhile b/c I normally buy 3 or 4 cans at a shot but I think I get it A&A.

[B_Boy]

http://armorall.com/products/view_product.php?product_id=33&main_group=3&category_index=wheel
check out this video, the guy cracks me up but if it works that good im getting me some.

awesome, great demo!

[B_Boy]

....I can't believe you guys are using a whole can each time you was your car.....

the instructions say, "Liberally spray product over entire wheel..." it jus so happens it used the whole can....lol. I guess it also depends on the wheels u have also (i have the 18" ten spoke sport wheels), the more spokes the more of the can u will use.

[seank]

Well, I have 18" mesh wheels, and just put what I would consider a thin film on them and it definitely does the trick.

[Speedybrit]

So an update for all of you looking at this thread. The car has been driven for 5 days now and there was a little bit of brake dust starting to show on the wheels. I got my hose and sprayed the wheels down and it all came off without me having to scrub the wheels. So it does work in keeping the wheels looking shinny for almost a week but eventually some dust will start to show however clean up is much easier with just spraying the wheels with water instead of scrubbing the wheels.

[B8SlineNate]

so how would one remove the product once applied?

[Comp4k]

A wheel cleaner would get the product off.

[MYFASTA4]

just got it , and sprayed some on the tips too, will see how it turns out.

[Toast]

Just read this review on Amazon:


1.0 out of 5 stars Not environmentally friendly, May 12, 2010
By superlimbo "limbo" - See all my reviews
This review is from: ArmorAll 78482 Wheel Protectant Spray 7 oz
Does it work? Yes, partially. You will notice a haze if you look closely at your wheels. It doesn't work against oils. (The online ad will talk about water, dirt and honey ** seriously, honey???) But if it encounters anything greasy, it stops working. It only works for about 5-7 days because the product "rinses" off the wheels and if you touch your wheels, effectiveness goes down.
I did more research on this product. This product contains cyclopentasiloxane. Canada has serious concerns about this chemical, especially when entering water. You are literally putting a thin film of silicone into the environment.
This product is an aerosol product ** and it uses some nanotechnology. I'm not sure how safe it is to breathe this in even in small amounts.
If you do use this, please wash your car either on the lawn or at a carwash because this product will accumulate in wildlife. After doing more research about it online, I am not using it anymore.
I am giving it one star because I'm not sure if people realize how bad some of this could be in the environment.

[DavidB8]

hmm tree huger.... :P

[Comp4k]

Hm, this stuff does work :) My exhaust tips aren't black after 3 days of driving, and my wheels aren't gun metal. But I do notice a slight white residue left by the product. Not bad for $8. I used half a can and let it dry overnight.

[hoppy6698]

I would like to note at this time however, that most sealants will have the same effect on your wheels as well. Sealed mine with Jetseal, looking great after a week of rain and some highway runs. But if I spray it with a hose, the remaining dust flies off and the sealant remains.

Armor All products are notoriously cheap and harmful to materials over the long run. Highly suggest a proper sealant or something with more durability like Zaino products. A quick spray and sometimes a gently wipe with a microfiber will return your wheels to gorgeous in no time at all.

[Speedybrit]

I might try the michelin dust repellant next time. I feel like the effects of it are starting to wear off even though it says it lasts for 4 weeks, but its only been 1 week.

[seank]

You are absolutely crazy if you expect your wheels to stay dust and dirt free over a 4 week span, unless your car just sits in the garage. Take the product for what it is, a simple solution to keep them shinier a little longer. Waxing your wheels goes a long way as well to help stop grime sticking to them.

[B_Boy]

try volunteering at the disaster in the gulf if u wanna help the enviroment...

[B8SlineNate]

If you have a target near you

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/kid1320/414e5159.jpg

[DavidB8]

I can't get stuff like that up here. May have to check ebay or something.

[B8SlineNate]

not even sure if we can send it to you david. since the can is under some pressure. if i could i would

[Kay15]

SO what will this do if you get this onto your rotors and such? I am guessing it cannot be to good if your rotors have a nice coat of silicone over them. I heard these sealers at the finish of your alloy wheels and most guys with chrome rims will not touch these products.

I would love to try it because I hate the gunmetal look but at the end of the day a degreaser and a sponge is all I need, cleaning the wheels has just become a chore and I think taking a short cut which works for an extra 3-4 days at an added cost isnt worth it. I wash the car twice a week if it rains or I am busy atleast once. So it doesnt get too bad but if it does ill wash the car anyways. I hope a walmart around here has it the only thing I would use it on is the tips. Inside goes black and the outside gets dirty.

[ThePiombino]

If you have a target near you

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/kid1320/414e5159.jpg

Yessssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!

[ThePiombino]

I can't get stuff like that up here. May have to check ebay or something.

Might stop by Target later. If they have it I can pick up a can for you and ship it over. PM or BBM me if you're interested and we'll work something out.

[Speedybrit]

You are absolutely crazy if you expect your wheels to stay dust and dirt free over a 4 week span, unless your car just sits in the garage. Take the product for what it is, a simple solution to keep them shinier a little longer. Waxing your wheels goes a long way as well to help stop grime sticking to them.

I didnt mean i expect them to stay clean for 4 weeks straight. I washed the wheels earlier in the week by just spraying them down with water, however the brake dust has come back quicker than the initial time i used the spray. Hence the effects wearing off.

[B_Boy]

i got mine at walmart.

[ni8done]

This product works amazing on my 19inch stock S-line wheels.....Well worth the price!

[B8SlineNate]

drove from sacramento to south lake tahoe and back last weekend. this past weekend took the car down to LA and just got back. no car wash in between. does wonders

first time spraying this stuff on and missed some corners. front wheel with about 1000miles
http://timothymar.files.wordpress.com/2010/06/dsc0451.jpg?w=500

[bakin1]

drove from sacramento to south lake tahoe and back last weekend. this past weekend took the car down to LA and just got back. no car wash in between. does wonders

first time spraying this stuff on and missed some corners. front wheel with about 1000miles
http://timothymar.files.wordpress.com/2010/06/dsc0451.jpg?w=500


Is that a pic after all that driving? I bought a can at Target a while ago but haven't used it yet.

[Wan_Man]

I have been using it for 3 weeks. Quick spray after wash and does wonders to keep my wheels silver. Happy with the product.

[B8SlineNate]

Is that a pic after all that driving? I bought a can at Target a while ago but haven't used it yet.


Yes sir!

heres a bigger picture (dont want to post one too big). you can see where i didnt spray enough and its dirty.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/kid1320/B8%20AVANT/_DSC0451.jpg?t=1275962019

[DavidB8]

Still can't buy that stuff up here.. Anyways here's a mail in rebate to get it for free when you buy any other Armor All product.. http://www.armorall.com/pdf/wheel_rebate.pdf

[B_Boy]

Still can't buy that stuff up here.. Anyways here's a mail in rebate to get it for free when you buy any other Armor All product.. http://www.armorall.com/pdf/wheel_rebate.pdf

david bro send me a pm with ur address im gonna mail u a can.

[FlyGti]

Still can't buy that stuff up here.. Anyways here's a mail in rebate to get it for free when you buy any other Armor All product.. http://www.armorall.com/pdf/wheel_rebate.pdf

Canadian Tire sells it in Canada if that helps.

[DavidB8]

That would be great but the closest Canadian tire is 16 hours away :)

[DavidB8]

david bro send me a pm with ur address im gonna mail u a can.

U Da Best.. Pm Sent.

[B8_Jim]

Just to add to this - After using it for a couple of washes I knew it was working. This time I did the drivers side, left the passengers side untreated. Below is the result after 1 week.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt241/jgreat_bucket/compare.jpg

The picture really doesn't do it justice - after 1 week the drivers side is clean, except for a few places where it looks like water settled during some rain we had and then dried leaving some spots. The passengers side is filthy - the inner portions of the spokes and the rim have a good coating of brake dust.

The free trial was a good draw - I'll be a repeat customer.

[lockeed]

I applied a coat of this on my wheels last Thursday night and I let it dry all night. Friday morning I was on the road and I did a 1200 mile trip this weekend, went through some road work, gravel, dirt road and even and grass field at some point! I came back yesterday with my wheels still looking spotless! Can't believe how well it works! Great product, love it!

[ThePiombino]

This stuff looks to be the real deal- very nice!

[mattstorm]

Picked this stuff up last week after seeing this thread...it really does work extremely well.

[Blake P]

I'm skeptical for a couple reasons... #1) (and most important) Armor All is not known for making the highest quality detailing supplies. 2) While this stuff is obviously some kind of coating/sealant, I'm worried about what it's actually doing (chemically speaking) to the wheel finish, as well as brake components and paint from the inevitable overspray. If such a product were safe and reliable, I imagine companies making quality detailing supplies would have similar products on the market. Armor All is hardly what I'd consider a progressive cutting edge company so this doesn't really seem like a "first to market" situation where they have come up with something that their competitors are unable to replicate. Same goes with Michelin... sure they know tires, but...

[lockeed]

I'm skeptical for a couple reasons... #1) (and most important) Armor All is not known for making the highest quality detailing supplies. 2) While this stuff is obviously some kind of coating/sealant, I'm worried about what it's actually doing (chemically speaking) to the wheel finish, as well as brake components and paint from the inevitable overspray. If such a product were safe and reliable, I imagine companies making quality detailing supplies would have similar products on the market. Armor All is hardly what I'd consider a progressive cutting edge company so this doesn't really seem like a "first to market" situation where they have come up with something that their competitors are unable to replicate. Same goes with Michelin... sure they know tires, but...

I don't see it this way... If there's one company who has the resources to invest in R&D for this type of product, its Armor All ... There are other brands out there but I found this one to be very effective and affordable. On the other hand, does it affect the wheel finish? It doesn't look to affect it at all but only time will tell... Is dirt and brake dust more damaging than this product? I think so....

One thing's for sure, it's really effective... I'm impressed because I personally tought it was BS again...

Just my 2 cents...

[WilR]

I'm skeptical for a couple reasons... #1) (and most important) Armor All is not known for making the highest quality detailing supplies. 2) While this stuff is obviously some kind of coating/sealant, I'm worried about what it's actually doing (chemically speaking) to the wheel finish, as well as brake components and paint from the inevitable over spray. If such a product were safe and reliable, I imagine companies making quality detailing supplies would have similar products on the market. Armor All is hardly what I'd consider a progressive cutting edge company so this doesn't really seem like a "first to market" situation where they have come up with something that their competitors are unable to replicate. Same goes with Michelin... sure they know tires, but...

I agree with all your points Blake. I would love this product to be true, but I am skeptical as well (I have a can in my garage, however, I have not pulled the trigger as of yet) I would love to obtain some feedback from Phil and hear his thoughts. [up]



Phil,

Please let us know your thoughts and feedback on this product. [;)]

[B8SlineNate]

although this product does wonders, (from my experience) i would never put this stuff on my aftermarket wheels[:D]

[Toast]

i hate to sound like an infomercial but this stuff really does work, found some on sale so i tried it on my factory 18's and they have been staying much cleaner
cant speak as to how much its killing the environment but cant be worse the BP

[DavidB8]

http://www.13dots.com/forum/style_emoticons/default/Thats-Funneh.gif
cant speak as to how much its killing the environment but cant be worse the BP

ouch!!

[NFRs2000NYC]

Guys, save yourself a ton of money, and just buy rain-x. The main ingredient in the new armorall is the same as rain-x. Buy a 50 cent spray bottle from home depot, and a gallon of rain-x from ebay, and you'll have enough wheel protectant for the next 4 years.

[ThePiombino]

Guys, save yourself a ton of money, and just buy rain-x. The main ingredient in the new armorall is the same as rain-x. Buy a 50 cent spray bottle from home depot, and a gallon of rain-x from ebay, and you'll have enough wheel protectant for the next 4 years.

Hmm. Simple yet so brilliant. Can anyone confirm this is effective?

[Ynnekdude]

orrrr get some Optimum Opti-Seal... works just as well and I actually trust it. You can use it on your paint, plastics, and glass too.

[hk2la]

orrrr get some Optimum Opti-Seal... works just as well and I actually trust it. You can use it on your paint, plastics, and glass too.

+1

[B8SlineNate]

long term info?

still doing wonders for me [:D] have not noticed any clear coat damage or anything along those lines [up][up]

[lockeed]

Same thing here, very effective. If it could only last a full year between aplication, that would be awesome!! loll

[A4rooster]

I've been using Zaino (car wax) on my rims with fairly good results.

[Linchburg]

I was blowing through 1 can every 2 weeks... works well but you have to use a ton of it to make sure you cover enough of the wheel, and I'm runnin stock 17's.
Putting some StopTech Posi-Quiet's on today, then hopefully I won't have to worry about it anymore...

[hiwords1]

this stuff really does work. i sprayed it on and 2 days later i autox'd my car. that was 2 weeks ago. the cars has seen rain and dirt roads. i still haven't washed the car and the wheels are extremely clean minus the corners. i wish i used the whole can now lol. i did overspray and it started dripping in some areas. i recommend spraying the side of the spoke that faces the front of the car more because the wheel is spinning in that direction and that side of the spoke will get dirty much faster.

[Bayman48]

ive been using it for a couple of months now, it works as advertised..i skipped the treatment at one wash and with 2 days it started to get dirty...with the armor all, i can go 2-3-4 weeks before it really gets dirty. Not sure if its doing anything bad to my rims...but for the time that i save when washing, i think my time is worth it.

[beantown]

long term info?

still doing wonders for me [:D] have not noticed any clear coat damage or anything along those lines [up][up]

Same here, however, hoping a research report never comes out in the future stating is does damage to wheels.

[nick71692]

i use this stuff as well and love it

[B6JoeS4]

Just read this review on Amazon:


1.0 out of 5 stars Not environmentally friendly, May 12, 2010
By superlimbo "limbo" - See all my reviews
This review is from: ArmorAll 78482 Wheel Protectant Spray 7 oz
Does it work? Yes, partially. You will notice a haze if you look closely at your wheels. It doesn't work against oils. (The online ad will talk about water, dirt and honey ** seriously, honey???) But if it encounters anything greasy, it stops working. It only works for about 5-7 days because the product "rinses" off the wheels and if you touch your wheels, effectiveness goes down.
I did more research on this product. This product contains cyclopentasiloxane. Canada has serious concerns about this chemical, especially when entering water. You are literally putting a thin film of silicone into the environment.
This product is an aerosol product ** and it uses some nanotechnology. I'm not sure how safe it is to breathe this in even in small amounts.
If you do use this, please wash your car either on the lawn or at a carwash because this product will accumulate in wildlife. After doing more research about it online, I am not using it anymore.
I am giving it one star because I'm not sure if people realize how bad some of this could be in the environment.


effffff the environment!!! clean wheels>wildlife

lol in all seriousness, you should look up Adams In and out spray. thats some nasty shit for the environment. Adam's has trouble meeting the epa regulations. when you spray it, you see a cloud of the product floating everywhere

[Turkish]

http://www.rockbottomdeals.biz/pd_michelin_brake_dust_repellent.cfm

[njpeteo]

Great product. I picked up a can at Walmart last week and applied last weekend. The wheels are still clean except for few spots that I have missed. I will reapply this weekend after wash...

[LJH]

I decided to try this product a few weeks ago. I used the company car as a guinea pig which is a '09 Jetta Sportwagon. The Jetta emits a serious amount of brake dust on the rear wheels and almost nothing on the front wheels. I only applied it to the rear wheels and I am amazed with how well this stuff works, 2000 miles in three weeks and the rear wheels have really no dust on them....it is amazing.


Cheers,
Jim

[helix139]

I picked up a can of this at Walmart and applied some after my Sunday wash. I'm hoping it cuts down on the dust. Does anyone know if Sonax strips this stuff off?