[Reaperhwk]

I’ve been religiously wiping down the wheels and calipers after every drive. I think it’s the only way to keep these wheels nice with the Brembo dust.

wheels are cermic coated so if you clean it routinely the dust won’t stick.

keep in mind though this isn’t a daily. Probably makes it out twice a week?

 

[baabootoo]

Yes, yes you are........... Everyone else spends thousands on PPF, new wheels, catch cans, CAI's, anti-stick coatings, PPF, ceramic coatings, new tires and brake pads first.

 

[areuriding]

LOL.... I'm the same.... Although I have to admit, I swapped pads and can go much longer before seeing the dust.

 

[PA-Cat]

LOL.... I'm the same.... Although I have to admit, I swapped pads and can go much longer before seeing the dust.

I had my wheels ceramic coated and they are still a pain to keep clean

 

[Reaperhwk]

I had my wheels ceramic coated and they are still a pain to keep clean

how often you clean them?

 

[PA-Cat]

how often you clean them?

After every use

 

[Mattm400]

Powerstop pads were the very first thing I did to my car. After reading about all the dust (and seeing it in person). Now I don't have to clean wheels near as much.

 

[PCPT/A392]

Mine are coated as well. Pressure washer and Adams rim cleaner. Then I use leaf blower to dry. Paint is very thin on these rims. I noticed a small fine scratch on one of the rims after wiping down. I will never touch them with a towel again.

 

[frictioncircle]

I noticed the paint is also fragile on My "lights out" HCD wheels....I chose them in part because black wheel meet black dust..

 

[Yzfguy06]

Powerstop pads were the very first thing I did to my car. After reading about all the dust (and seeing it in person). Now I don't have to clean wheels near as much.

Those were on within the first hundred miles of having the car. I ordered those pads before I had the car. I only clean my wheels once a week if the car moves.

 

[Xylander]

I’ve been religiously wiping down the wheels and calipers after every drive. I think it’s the only way to keep these wheels nice with the Brembo dust.

wheels are cermic coated so if you clean it routinely the dust won’t stick.
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keep in mind though this isn’t a daily. Probably makes it out twice a week?

I'd suggest backing off the cleaning to once a week or so. Constant cleaning will start damaging those wheels. The cheap seats aren't the only cheap thing on a Hellcat. Those wheels have a very fragile painted finish, and constantly rubbing brake dust around on them will start causing the finish to swirl and discolor. I too constantly cleaned my 2018's wheels, and in a year and a half or so, I was starting to get flat spots and discoloration on my wheels. I ended having to have them repainted.

Also, I recommend using nothing but auto soap+water to clean them, as again, the finish is very fragile. Never wipe them with a dry rag. If you must use a cleaner, make sure it's a no acid cleaner (like CG Diablo wheel cleaner).

 

[White Trash]

They make a micro fiber bush for wheels.
Also like X man said use only soap.

 

[Slowpoke387]

Youve been here long enough to know to swap your pads. You’re torturing yourself needlessly. And if youre going to be stubborn, at least stop using chemicals on your wheels. I dont care how safe they say it is, it isnt. Soapy water is all you need, especially if you’re cleaning them every 10 minutes anyway. Ive only washed my wheels a few times now in 3500 miles with the Pstops. They always look good.
SWAP YOUR PADS.

 

[HemiMetal]

Not after every drive, and only when I wash the car itself. But if you ever feel a need to practice...

 

[Reaperhwk]

I use the ceramic detail spray on the wheels with a microfiber towel.
I never use wheel cleaner.

for washing time I use a foam cannon and microfiber wheel brush and rod to clean the barrels.

but you guys have a point maybe I’ll just do once a week……

also thinking about the powerstop pads

 

[Slowpoke387]

I use the ceramic detail spray on the wheels with a microfiber towel.
I never use wheel cleaner.

for washing time I use a foam cannon and microfiber wheel brush and rod to clean the barrels.

but you guys have a point maybe I’ll just do once a week……

also thinking about the powerstop pads

Geez just ‘thinking’ about the pads? Man you’re going to laugh when you look back at your stubborn self after you have the new pads installed and your life is so much better lol. Btw, no pressure lol.

 

[DEANGEL]

Everyone else spends thousands on PPF, new wheels, catch cans, CAI's, anti-stick coatings, PPF, ceramic coatings, new tires and brake pads first.

Out of this list, I fell victim to brake pads (PowerStop Z23) at just under $100 for all four wheels. I just put them on a couple weeks ago.

 

[Wellsboy]

Powerstops= once a week cleaning

 

[Bhdau1]

Guys, get Powerstop Z26 or Z23 carbon ceramic pads. It is honestly a no-brainer unless you just like to clean your wheels constantly. I have the Z26 pads on all of my cars where they have an application for them. The difference in stopping power from the Brembos is NOT an issue unless you are hot-lapping a road track. I learned about these on my first Hellcat, a 2018 model. I could wash it and detail the brass monkey wheels on it and take a ten minute leisurely drive and the wheels would be completely coated in brake dust. NO THANKS! When I traded it in for a new Redeye Widebody a year and half ago it was one of the first things I did besides a catch can and diff brace. I had a new set of front and rear pads already before I even got the car. I can only speak for the Z26 Powerstops and they are awesome with almost zero dust. From what I hear the Z23s don't make any dust to speak of either. The Z26's are easy to bed-in and they are not as hard on the rotors.

 

[Yzfguy06]

I use the ceramic detail spray on the wheels with a microfiber towel.
I never use wheel cleaner.

for washing time I use a foam cannon and microfiber wheel brush and rod to clean the barrels.

but you guys have a point maybe I’ll just do once a week……

also thinking about the powerstop pads

If you like to brembo pads I’ll trade them for some power stops… 😂