new alloys what to do?

mv57 · 11-14-2011, 06:19 AM

I have a set of winter wheels coming today.

I am a bit confused on the coating for alloys especially new ones. Is there an issue with sealing and waxing new alloys? I read somewhere that paint should not be sealed for 6 months when new I think. So does this apply to alloys?

Hopefully not a stupid question...

luster · 11-14-2011, 07:41 AM

Seal with Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0, and you should be good for a very long time

Once you seal it, you can use a liquid wax every other week to keep it looking good (quick detailer)

Opti-Coat is supposed to last forever, have a search about it. Looks great!

mv57 · 11-14-2011, 08:07 AM

I've got fk1000 as the sealant. So harm in layering on to news wheels?

Will look into the opti coat as am pleased with results from opti seal.

remmib · 11-22-2011, 12:22 PM

I'd coat them for sure.

Detailed Image · 11-22-2011, 01:44 PM

I would consult the wheel shop for a recommendation on a time frame. After that time period is up you can protect them with a traditional sealant like the Poorboy's World Wheel Sealant. The Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0 Permanent Paint Coating is another good option as it's extremely strong and will protect up to several years as opposed to weeks or months.

Greg @ DI

mv57 · 11-23-2011, 03:54 AM

Cheers All,

I have coated them. Hopefully not to the detriment of the alloys.

Opti coat sounds the nuts but easy to get wrong. Any downfalls of the product. The link you gave Detailed Image said to be used by experienced detailers only. That ain't me.

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luster Major 57 Rep 1,092 Posts Drives: e90, e88 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Sydney AU, NJ US, TST HK iTrader: (21)	Seal with Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0, and you should be good for a very long time Once you seal it, you can use a liquid wax every other week to keep it looking good (quick detailer) Opti-Coat is supposed to last forever, have a search about it. Looks great!
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mv57 Lieutenant 22 Rep 421 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Winchester iTrader: (0)	I've got fk1000 as the sealant. So harm in layering on to news wheels? Will look into the opti coat as am pleased with results from opti seal. __________________ E90 330d M Sport, space grey, auto, E9X Picture game / 5 MPH / double bhp / The Beatles zebra crossing / Gordon Ramsays restaurant / Michelin star /
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remmib General 1568 Rep 29,202 Posts Drives: 2013 F10 520d M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	I'd coat them for sure. __________________ F10 520d M-Sport Alpine White \| HRE P43SC 20x9+20x11 \| Michelin PSS 255/35+295/30 \| KW V3 Coilover \| M5 Front Sway Bar + M550d Rear Sway Bar \| 3DDesign Front Lip \| BMW M Performance CF Spoiler \| BMW M Performance Diffuser \| BMW M Performance Black Grills \| BMW M Performance Pedals \|
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Detailed Image 360 Rep 5,052 Posts Drives: Detailed by Detailed Image Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Albany, NY iTrader: (5)	I would consult the wheel shop for a recommendation on a time frame. After that time period is up you can protect them with a traditional sealant like the Poorboy's World Wheel Sealant. The Optimum Opti-Coat 2.0 Permanent Paint Coating is another good option as it's extremely strong and will protect up to several years as opposed to weeks or months. Greg @ DI
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mv57 Lieutenant 22 Rep 421 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Winchester iTrader: (0)	Cheers All, I have coated them. Hopefully not to the detriment of the alloys. Opti coat sounds the nuts but easy to get wrong. Any downfalls of the product. The link you gave Detailed Image said to be used by experienced detailers only. That ain't me. __________________ E90 330d M Sport, space grey, auto, E9X Picture game / 5 MPH / double bhp / The Beatles zebra crossing / Gordon Ramsays restaurant / Michelin star /
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