After buying in a set of desired forged wheels, how can we keep them as shiny as new for a long time and ensure that their performance is not affected? Proper cleaning and maintenance are crucial. Incorrect care methods may damage expensive wheel surface coatings and even affect their balance.
1.The correct steps for daily cleaning
--Cleaning after cooling: It is necessary to do it after the wheel hub and brake system have completely cooled down. Splashing cold water on high-temperature metal may cause deformation or cracking.
--Pre rinsing: First, rinse off the sediment and dust attached to the surface with low-pressure water to prevent particles from scratching the paint surface during wiping.
--Use specialized cleaning agents: Choose neutral aluminum alloy wheel hub specialized cleaning agents. Avoid using strong acids, or common household cleaning agents, as they will corrode the varnish layer or brushed surface of the wheel hub. After spraying the cleaning agent, let it stand for a moment to decompose brake dust and oil stains.
--Gently scrub: Use a soft brush (such as a detail brush, wool wheel hub brush) to gently scrub the gaps between the spokes and the back. For the surface, wipe it with a sponge or microfiber cloth. Avoid using sharp objects such as steel wire balls and hard brushes.
-- Thorough washing and drying: rinse all foam with clean water, and then wipe it thoroughly with clean chamois or microfiber towel to prevent water stains from forming.
2.Maintenance for different surfaces wheels
--Bright/Chromed wheels: Wheel wax or coating agents can be used regularly for protection, which can effectively resist brake dust adhesion and make cleaning easier.
--Brushed surface wheel hub: High surface hardness but afraid of scratches. When cleaning, it is necessary to be extra gentle and can be regularly repaired and protected with varnish by a professional shop.
--Matte/Spray finish: Follow the general cleaning steps and avoid using maintenance products with gloss function.
3.Long term storage and damage handling
If the vehicle is parked for a long time, it is recommended to remove the 18 inch 5-hole forged wheel hub, clean and wax it, and store it in a special wheel hub bag in a cool and dry place. If minor scratches occur, the damaged paint surface should be promptly repaired to prevent oxidation of the aluminum alloy. For severe collision and deformation, do not continue to use it and immediately submit it to a professional organization for testing and repair. Regularly check the tightening torque of the wheel hub bolts to ensure safety.
Following the above maintenance tips, your T6061-T6 forged wheels will not only always shine brightly, but also have the maximum guarantee of service life and safety.
