[ksspacegray07]

ok so i just got brand new wheels. they are rotary forged powdercoated gloss black
What should i seal these with...im leaning towards opticoat gloss

Also should i seal them before or after mounting and balancing

[cpie168]

Check out CarPro HydrO2 if you want to save time. Takes less than a minute per wheel.

[ccraig13]

I'd go with a glass coating for longevity

[ksspacegray07]

Originally Posted by ccraig13

I'd go with a glass coating for longevity

like what?

[Detailed Image]

Originally Posted by ksspacegray07

like what?

My personal favorite wheel coating is CarPro DLUX.

You might also be interested in 22ple VM1 Extreme Rim & Metal Coating or Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour.

These are all specifically formulated to work great on wheels.



You can also check out my existing thread on "how to protect your wheels in under 1 minute" using CarPro HydrO2.
Protect Your Wheels in Less Than 1 Minute



Zach McGovern
Detailed Image Ask-A-Pro Blog Author
www.AttentiontoDetailingPeoria.com

[ksspacegray07]

Originally Posted by Detailed Image

My personal favorite wheel coating is CarPro DLUX.

You might also be interested in 22ple VM1 Extreme Rim & Metal Coating or Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour.

These are all specifically formulated to work great on wheels.



You can also check out my existing thread on "how to protect your wheels in under 1 minute" using CarPro HydrO2.
Protect Your Wheels in Less Than 1 Minute



Zach McGovern
Detailed Image Ask-A-Pro Blog Author
www.AttentiontoDetailingPeoria.com

I want something thats gonna last a long time without having to re apply

[Detailed Image]

Originally Posted by ksspacegray07

I want something thats gonna last a long time without having to re apply

The coating options that I provided will last a considerably long time (years) when properly maintained.

HydrO2 literally takes less than a minute and lasts for months.

Those are some of the absolute best options

-Zach

[Detailers Domain]

here are a couple of suggestions.

Opti Gloss Coat
Gyeon Rim

[Brettb1234]

Originally Posted by ksspacegray07

I want something thats gonna last a long time without having to re apply

HydrO2 doesn't last a long time but it's so damn easy to apply and takes no time. By far the best effort/results ratio product you'll buy.

[Digitalism]

What is not a long time? 3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months?

[Brettb1234]

Originally Posted by Digitalism

What is not a long time? 3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months?

My wheels beaded for about a month. Still worth it especially if you have wheels like mine, the 193 style...

[cpie168]

I have a question about HydrO2 for those that have used it: Doesn't it get sprayed into the delicate brake parts behind the wheel like the caliper and rotor? Is that bad?

[Detailed Image]

Originally Posted by Digitalism

What is not a long time? 3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months?

I see 2+ months on my personal vehicle, but my Lexus pads barely dust at all... so that helps a lot.

Originally Posted by cpie168

I have a question about HydrO2 for those that have used it: Doesn't it get sprayed into the delicate brake parts behind the wheel like the caliper and rotor? Is that bad?

Yes, when spraying onto the wheel, the product will also get into the wheel barrel as well as onto calipers and rotors. There is no harm in it getting onto the rotor. The first time you touch your brakes it will be gone, however it is great to have on the caliper for added protection.



Let me know if you have any other questions.

Zach McGovern
Detailed Image Ask-A-Pro Blog Author
www.AttentiontoDetailingPeoria.com

[ksspacegray07]

well i found 20cc of optimum gloss coat for 60$ shipped, from what i heard it takes less than 10cc to do an entire e90 so I guess ill have the rest up for sale once i complete all four wheels

[Detailers Domain]

where did you find that they have been shipping 10 cc tubes for a few years now.

make sure you have fresh stock