|
|
|
|
|
|
BMW Garage | BMW Meets | Register | Search | Today's Posts | Mark Forums Read |
|
BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum
>
can you prevent brake dust?
|
|
07-21-2005, 03:01 PM | #1 |
Private
34
Rep 74
Posts |
can you prevent brake dust?
Is there a way to prevent brake dust on your Rims???
It appears that most of the BMWs I see are covered with brake dust compared to other cars. Get different brake pads?
__________________
| 330i | Sapphire Black| Steptronic | Black Leatherette | Aluminum Trim| Sports Package | 18" Ellipsoid 162 Alloys | Heated Seats | Xenons | Pick up July 26th|
|
07-21-2005, 03:05 PM | #2 |
Moderator
616
Rep 10,854
Posts |
Yes, different pads. Offhand I think some of the pagids are relatively dust free, but check out the autoparts websites because I do not remember clearly. As with most everything, there are tradeoffs... Performance or looks?
|
Appreciate
0
|
07-21-2005, 03:10 PM | #3 |
First Lieutenant
18
Rep 370
Posts
Drives: E90 325xi
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Fremont, CA
|
New pads... check that out -> http://www.bimmerworld.com/Projects/E90project_pads.htm
or my coworker was debating... maybe trying a coat of wax on your rims, and you can more easily dust off the brake dust. I don't know, it's worth a try I suppose. |
Appreciate
0
|
07-21-2005, 03:35 PM | #7 | |
Second Lieutenant
7
Rep 251
Posts |
Quote:
Actually, I hear that if you get bigger brake pads, it increases the surface area and will allow you to generate less dust. |
|
Appreciate
0
|
07-21-2005, 03:41 PM | #8 |
Lieutenant General
417
Rep 12,276
Posts |
Some people say wax the rims. Seems that would take about 100 times longer to do than cleaning them. German brakes are notorious for lots of dust. I clean mine with Simple Green - spray onto wet wheel full strength and clean with a brush. Works great and isn't some nasty acid or chemical. Great for the tires too.
|
Appreciate
0
|
07-21-2005, 04:01 PM | #9 |
Captain
102
Rep 614
Posts |
Instead of waxing them, you should protect your wheels with a polymer sealant (ie. Zaino, Klasse, Poorboy's EX-P, etc)...Caranuba based waxes have a low melting point, and since the wheels are exposed to the extreme heat of brakes and the engine, you need a protectant that can handle the high heat environment.
My routine for my cars is to seal the wheels with a polymer sealant and maintain them with a california car duster. Get the one for the dashboard and a quick swipe every few days will remove the brake dust and make them look like you just wash them. |
Appreciate
0
|
07-21-2005, 04:09 PM | #10 | |
Addict
203
Rep 2,074
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
07-21-2005, 04:18 PM | #11 | |
Captain
102
Rep 614
Posts |
Quote:
If you seal and protect your wheels, it's works even better. Looks like you just washed your wheels everytime you use it. |
|
Appreciate
0
|
07-21-2005, 04:21 PM | #12 | |
Captain
102
Rep 614
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
Bookmarks |
Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
|
|