3D Acid Mag Wire Wheel Cleaner 128oz
3D Acid Mag is a concentrated acid wheel cleaner intended for compatible chrome and spoke wire wheels. It targets difficult deposits such as rust staining, oxidation, brake dust and road grime. Its specialised application requires careful finish identification and controlled contact time.
Key benefits
- Specialist cleaner for compatible chrome and wire wheels.
- Dilutable for different levels of contamination.
- Short contact time followed by a thorough rinse.
Choosing and using this product
Do not use on alloy, painted or plastic surfaces. Inspect the chrome condition and test before treating an entire wheel. Wear protective gloves and eye protection and avoid breathing mist, following the bottle and safety-data guidance. Choose a different cleaner when the wheel finish is uncertain.
Application details
Dilution is product to water: heavy duty 1:1, medium duty 1:4 and light duty 1:10. Use the diluted solution for no more than 30 seconds, then rinse thoroughly. Do not allow it to dry. Follow the label’s mixing and protective-equipment instructions.
How to use
- Confirm that the cleaner is suitable for your exact wheel finish and inspect for damaged clear coat, corrosion or other vulnerable areas. Let wheels and brakes cool fully before starting, then test a small hidden area.
- Prepare the specified dilution when using a concentrate. Rinse away loose grit and work on one wheel at a time so the product can be removed before it dries.
- Apply evenly to the intended wheel or tire surfaces while controlling overspray. Follow the product-specific contact time below; heat and airflow can shorten the time before the surface begins to dry.
- Agitate as needed with a soft wheel brush and a separate tire brush. Choose bristles that suit the finish, reach into spoke edges carefully, and avoid transferring tire grime to the wheel face.
- Rinse thoroughly, including lug recesses, spoke backs and the lower sidewall. Do not allow cleaner to dry on the wheel or tire. If residue remains, repeat a controlled treatment instead of extending the dwell indefinitely.
- Dry and inspect the wheel. Apply tire dressing only after the sidewalls are clean and dry, keeping dressing off the tread and braking components.
Aftercare and maintenance
Maintain wheels with regular cleaning before brake dust and road grime become heavily embedded. Use dedicated wheel towels and brushes, then rinse and dry them after the job. Reapply a suitable wheel protectant or tire dressing when needed. On coated wheels, follow the coating maker’s maintenance advice and use stronger cleaning only when the contamination requires it.
Frequently asked questions
Does a wheel cleaner replace an iron remover?
A wheel cleaner removes general dirt and oily residue. Embedded ferrous fallout may need a dedicated iron remover. Choose the process for the contamination rather than repeatedly applying stronger degreaser.
Can it be used on hot wheels?
Allow the wheel and brake assembly to cool. A hot surface can dry the product too quickly and makes it harder to control the application and rinse.
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