Fender Bender: Get rubber off the rims?

jaadoogar · 12-02-2011, 03:43 PM

An old lady shifted into my lane at low speeds, rubbing her tires onto my 193M rims.

I'm really hoping all the experts on this thread can help.

What is the best way to get this rubber off?
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Gig103 · 12-02-2011, 03:46 PM

I'm not an expert, but how about a clay bar? Maybe a non-acidic cleaner, like car shampoo, Sonax, or P21S? I know the latter are more formulated for dirt and brake dust.

CamelBiscuit · 12-02-2011, 03:52 PM

Her insurance..........or you can rub it off. I can't believe I just said that. What is wrong with me? Rub it off?

autoaesthetica · 12-02-2011, 04:59 PM

If you choose to go through insurance, I would at least document it...

Anyway if you want it off, chances are its just the tire "slime" or ozinant that prevents premature rot that probably got squished out or a combination of that, road film whatever else had worked its way to outer surface..

Tar remover on a towel will take care of the slimy stuff, but if its real rubber, you will probably need some hand polishing. A lot of the track decons we do with serious nasty rubber require more than a tar remover, but try that first.

I would follow up with insurance to be honest, who knows how hard of a hit the corner took when she knocked you.

Envious Eric · 12-02-2011, 08:13 PM

STONERS TARMINATOR...its like 6 bucks in the local store, cheaper at Detailed Image I believe

jaadoogar · 12-03-2011, 07:41 AM

Called some local stores. Pep Boys doesn't have Stoner's Tarminator, but he recommended using gasoline. Is this okay on rims?

HazChem · 12-03-2011, 07:47 AM

eh, NO.

Best bet is online. I've never seen this at my local auto store.

jaadoogar · 12-03-2011, 08:15 AM

Thanks for the quick response everyone... The local stores have *other* tar removers and wheel cleaners. Can I use these below or is it worth waiting several days to order Stoner's Tarminator online?

http://www.turtlewax.com/product-detail.aspx?prodid=83

http://www.amazon.com/Mothers-5824-C...2921535&sr=8-2

FloridaGatorsChomp · 12-03-2011, 08:39 AM

Here you go http://www.detailedimage.com/Stoner-...P127/14-oz-S1/

that stuff is truly the best around and will not damage your wheels, rotors, discs or paint.

jaadoogar · 12-03-2011, 11:34 AM

Found it locally at NAPA... Works beautifully!

Stoners Tarminator does in one wipe what the car wash soap cannot do in even fifty strokes!

Thanks everyone for your help! Videos below...

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CamelBiscuit Banned 18 Rep 632 Posts Drives: 11 E92 335i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: 702 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 E92 335i [10.00]	Her insurance..........or you can rub it off. I can't believe I just said that. What is wrong with me? Rub it off?
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autoaesthetica Banned 13 Rep 188 Posts Drives: A tin can on boost Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Buffalo/WNY iTrader: (0)	If you choose to go through insurance, I would at least document it... Anyway if you want it off, chances are its just the tire "slime" or ozinant that prevents premature rot that probably got squished out or a combination of that, road film whatever else had worked its way to outer surface.. Tar remover on a towel will take care of the slimy stuff, but if its real rubber, you will probably need some hand polishing. A lot of the track decons we do with serious nasty rubber require more than a tar remover, but try that first. I would follow up with insurance to be honest, who knows how hard of a hit the corner took when she knocked you.
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Envious Eric Banned 37 Rep 1,168 Posts Drives: nissan xterra, 335 soon Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: orange county, ca iTrader: (1)	STONERS TARMINATOR...its like 6 bucks in the local store, cheaper at Detailed Image I believe
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jaadoogar Second Lieutenant 10 Rep 244 Posts Drives: 2011 335xi M-Sport, 6MT Join Date: May 2011 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	Called some local stores. Pep Boys doesn't have Stoner's Tarminator, but he recommended using gasoline. Is this okay on rims? __________________ 2018 BMW F80 M3 \| Black Sapphire \| 6MT \| 2011 BMW E90 335xi \| Black Sapphire \| Black Dakota \| M-Sport \| 6MT \| European Delivery 5.24.11 E9x Picture Game: 29 points (Grandfather Clock, Natural Disaster, Anti Environment, Minivan Taxi, NFL Stadium Opening Day, Six Banana M, Campaign Sign, Steam Locomotive... EV Charging Station, Extreme Car Sizes, Birthday, Bridal Shop, Boardwalk, Car Insurance, Adjacent Handicap, Gloves, Fast Expensive)
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HazChem First Lieutenant 262 Rep 392 Posts Drives: 2019 BSM M2C Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NW Ohio iTrader: (8) Garage List 2019 M2 Competition [9.75] 2008 335i Coupe [8.00]	eh, NO. Best bet is online. I've never seen this at my local auto store.
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jaadoogar Second Lieutenant 10 Rep 244 Posts Drives: 2011 335xi M-Sport, 6MT Join Date: May 2011 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the quick response everyone... The local stores have other tar removers and wheel cleaners. Can I use these below or is it worth waiting several days to order Stoner's Tarminator online? http://www.turtlewax.com/product-detail.aspx?prodid=83 http://www.amazon.com/Mothers-5824-C...2921535&sr=8-2 __________________ 2018 BMW F80 M3 \| Black Sapphire \| 6MT \| 2011 BMW E90 335xi \| Black Sapphire \| Black Dakota \| M-Sport \| 6MT \| European Delivery 5.24.11 E9x Picture Game: 29 points (Grandfather Clock, Natural Disaster, Anti Environment, Minivan Taxi, NFL Stadium Opening Day, Six Banana M, Campaign Sign, Steam Locomotive... EV Charging Station, Extreme Car Sizes, Birthday, Bridal Shop, Boardwalk, Car Insurance, Adjacent Handicap, Gloves, Fast Expensive)
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FloridaGatorsChomp New Member 10 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Sanibel, FL iTrader: (0)	Here you go http://www.detailedimage.com/Stoner-...P127/14-oz-S1/ that stuff is truly the best around and will not damage your wheels, rotors, discs or paint.
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jaadoogar Second Lieutenant 10 Rep 244 Posts Drives: 2011 335xi M-Sport, 6MT Join Date: May 2011 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	Solved ! Found it locally at NAPA... Works beautifully! Stoners Tarminator does in one wipe what the car wash soap cannot do in even fifty strokes! Thanks everyone for your help! Videos below... Attached Images __________________ 2018 BMW F80 M3 \| Black Sapphire \| 6MT \| 2011 BMW E90 335xi \| Black Sapphire \| Black Dakota \| M-Sport \| 6MT \| European Delivery 5.24.11 E9x Picture Game: 29 points (Grandfather Clock, Natural Disaster, Anti Environment, Minivan Taxi, NFL Stadium Opening Day, Six Banana M, Campaign Sign, Steam Locomotive... EV Charging Station, Extreme Car Sizes, Birthday, Bridal Shop, Boardwalk, Car Insurance, Adjacent Handicap, Gloves, Fast Expensive) Last edited by jaadoogar; 12-04-2011 at 11:01 AM..
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