Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
I bought a can of Rustoleum Aluminum colored paint at Home Despot and it does a beautiful job - just like the expensive Wurth paint. On 5/5/07, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://carbodywork.blogspot.com/2006/11/paint-your-car-rims.html This link shows how one guy refinished his wheels - http://carbodywork.blogspot.com/2006/11/paint-your-car-rims.html Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 04, 2007 1:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt) A buddy of mine has a client who makes all kinds of canned solvents and cleaners and lubes and such. He gave me some cans of some sort of citrus-y solvent that also seemed to have some kind of alcohol in it. It wasn't nasty and smelled pretty good, and was death on cleaning some brakes and wheels and other gunk on Brunnhilde. I'll see if I can dig up the catalog or web site and see if I might have some of around somewhere. Otherwise, white vinegar is reported to be an excellent cleaner, a bit acidic but benign. --R Allan Streib wrote: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. There probably is, but likely a nasty chlorinated hydrocarbon that you would not want to use it outside of a controlled, industrial setting. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.6.2/787 - Release Date: 5/3/2007 2:11 PM ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
The $3 a can silver metalic spray paint at the dollar store works perfect. andrew strasfogel wrote: I bought a can of Rustoleum Aluminum colored paint at Home Despot and it does a beautiful job - just like the expensive Wurth paint. On 5/5/07, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://carbodywork.blogspot.com/2006/11/paint-your-car-rims.html This link shows how one guy refinished his wheels - http://carbodywork.blogspot.com/2006/11/paint-your-car-rims.html Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 04, 2007 1:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt) A buddy of mine has a client who makes all kinds of canned solvents and cleaners and lubes and such. He gave me some cans of some sort of citrus-y solvent that also seemed to have some kind of alcohol in it. It wasn't nasty and smelled pretty good, and was death on cleaning some brakes and wheels and other gunk on Brunnhilde. I'll see if I can dig up the catalog or web site and see if I might have some of around somewhere. Otherwise, white vinegar is reported to be an excellent cleaner, a bit acidic but benign. --R Allan Streib wrote: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. There probably is, but likely a nasty chlorinated hydrocarbon that you would not want to use it outside of a controlled, industrial setting. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.6.2/787 - Release Date: 5/3/2007 2:11 PM ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
If the Dollar Store charges the same as Home Depot it should be called the Multiples of $1 Store. On 5/6/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The $3 a can silver metalic spray paint at the dollar store works perfect. andrew strasfogel wrote: I bought a can of Rustoleum Aluminum colored paint at Home Despot and it does a beautiful job - just like the expensive Wurth paint. On 5/5/07, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://carbodywork.blogspot.com/2006/11/paint-your-car-rims.html This link shows how one guy refinished his wheels - http://carbodywork.blogspot.com/2006/11/paint-your-car-rims.html Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 04, 2007 1:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt) A buddy of mine has a client who makes all kinds of canned solvents and cleaners and lubes and such. He gave me some cans of some sort of citrus-y solvent that also seemed to have some kind of alcohol in it. It wasn't nasty and smelled pretty good, and was death on cleaning some brakes and wheels and other gunk on Brunnhilde. I'll see if I can dig up the catalog or web site and see if I might have some of around somewhere. Otherwise, white vinegar is reported to be an excellent cleaner, a bit acidic but benign. --R Allan Streib wrote: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. There probably is, but likely a nasty chlorinated hydrocarbon that you would not want to use it outside of a controlled, industrial setting. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.6.2/787 - Release Date: 5/3/2007 2:11 PM ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
The problem with brake dust and alloy wheels - it's not just a dust that settles on the wheel that can be removes by cleaning. It is a corrosive material that actually etches the wheel. Think about that the next time you're working around the brakes - it;s best not to breathe that stuff. So, typically, cleaners that work on the surface will have limited results. Something must be used that will work down into the corrosion. If you have wheels which are not heavily coated with brake dust, the best way to keep them that way is to hose them off once or twice a week followed by an ocassional coat of wax. But to prepare the wheels for painting many people have the wheels bead blasted - then they are primed, color coated (Astral Silver IIRC) and clear coated. Bead blasting is widely suggested as being the best way to prep the wheels. Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 04, 2007 12:17 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt) On 5/3/07, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Andrew, Unless you plan on repainting, do not use Brillo on your bundt alloy wheel(s)? I tend to use Simple Green when I wash mine and this does quite a good job, but yours may be worse. Worst case scenario, without adversely affecting the paint/clear coat, I'd try Easy-Off oven cleaner. Good luck. Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo '93 Isuzu Trooper '86 Lincoln Mark VII LSC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.6.2/787 - Release Date: 5/3/2007 2:11 PM
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
http://carbodywork.blogspot.com/2006/11/paint-your-car-rims.html This link shows how one guy refinished his wheels - http://carbodywork.blogspot.com/2006/11/paint-your-car-rims.html Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 04, 2007 1:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt) A buddy of mine has a client who makes all kinds of canned solvents and cleaners and lubes and such. He gave me some cans of some sort of citrus-y solvent that also seemed to have some kind of alcohol in it. It wasn't nasty and smelled pretty good, and was death on cleaning some brakes and wheels and other gunk on Brunnhilde. I'll see if I can dig up the catalog or web site and see if I might have some of around somewhere. Otherwise, white vinegar is reported to be an excellent cleaner, a bit acidic but benign. --R Allan Streib wrote: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. There probably is, but likely a nasty chlorinated hydrocarbon that you would not want to use it outside of a controlled, industrial setting. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.6.2/787 - Release Date: 5/3/2007 2:11 PM
[MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
Andrew, Unless you plan on repainting, do not use Brillo on your bundt alloy wheel(s)? I tend to use Simple Green when I wash mine and this does quite a good job, but yours may be worse. Worst case scenario, without adversely affecting the paint/clear coat, I'd try Easy-Off oven cleaner. Good luck. G. M. Brown Rochester, NY
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
I bought some Meguiars wheel cleaner and it helped a lot. On 5/3/07, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Andrew, Unless you plan on repainting, do not use Brillo on your bundt alloy wheel(s)? I tend to use Simple Green when I wash mine and this does quite a good job, but yours may be worse. Worst case scenario, without adversely affecting the paint/clear coat, I'd try Easy-Off oven cleaner. Good luck. G. M. Brown Rochester, NY ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
On 5/3/07, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Andrew, Unless you plan on repainting, do not use Brillo on your bundt alloy wheel(s)? I tend to use Simple Green when I wash mine and this does quite a good job, but yours may be worse. Worst case scenario, without adversely affecting the paint/clear coat, I'd try Easy-Off oven cleaner. Good luck. Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo '93 Isuzu Trooper '86 Lincoln Mark VII LSC
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. There probably is, but likely a nasty chlorinated hydrocarbon that you would not want to use it outside of a controlled, industrial setting. -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
A buddy of mine has a client who makes all kinds of canned solvents and cleaners and lubes and such. He gave me some cans of some sort of citrus-y solvent that also seemed to have some kind of alcohol in it. It wasn't nasty and smelled pretty good, and was death on cleaning some brakes and wheels and other gunk on Brunnhilde. I'll see if I can dig up the catalog or web site and see if I might have some of around somewhere. Otherwise, white vinegar is reported to be an excellent cleaner, a bit acidic but benign. --R Allan Streib wrote: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. There probably is, but likely a nasty chlorinated hydrocarbon that you would not want to use it outside of a controlled, industrial setting.
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
Anyone try the Mother's Powerball - foam doodad that you put in a drill. I see it advertized but have not acquired one. I assume Mother's has some sort of cleaning stuff that they recommend to go with it. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Friday, May 04, 2007 12:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt) A buddy of mine has a client who makes all kinds of canned solvents and cleaners and lubes and such. He gave me some cans of some sort of citrus-y solvent that also seemed to have some kind of alcohol in it. It wasn't nasty and smelled pretty good, and was death on cleaning some brakes and wheels and other gunk on Brunnhilde. I'll see if I can dig up the catalog or web site and see if I might have some of around somewhere. Otherwise, white vinegar is reported to be an excellent cleaner, a bit acidic but benign. --R Allan Streib wrote: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. There probably is, but likely a nasty chlorinated hydrocarbon that you would not want to use it outside of a controlled, industrial setting. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
Ultrasonic tools to descale the rusted on dust. Works like a charm But I had to use lots and lots of brake cleaner instead and that ate the paint, so I just stripped and repainted anyway. On May 3, 2007, at 4:10 PM, Glenn Brown wrote: Andrew, Unless you plan on repainting, do not use Brillo on your bundt alloy wheel(s)? I tend to use Simple Green when I wash mine and this does quite a good job, but yours may be worse. Worst case scenario, without adversely affecting the paint/clear coat, I'd try Easy-Off oven cleaner. Good luck. G. M. Brown -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
bead or walnut blast cleans it fast but does not pit. On May 4, 2007, at 9:17 AM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: On 5/3/07, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Andrew, Unless you plan on repainting, do not use Brillo on your bundt alloy wheel(s)? I tend to use Simple Green when I wash mine and this does quite a good job, but yours may be worse. Worst case scenario, without adversely affecting the paint/clear coat, I'd try Easy-Off oven cleaner. Good luck. Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but doesn't harm the aluminum. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo '93 Isuzu Trooper '86 Lincoln Mark VII LSC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
This is the company that makes the stuff I mentioned: http://www.ashburnchemical.com/FrontEnd/ProductDocs.php?rootID=2 The Citrus stuff worked well for me. I might be able to find a can or two for you as they generally sell in large lots to industrial customers. I had their dist catalog at one point, and even a case of the stuff was pretty cheap so you might want to consider getting a case. --R *CITRUS SOLVENT DEGREASER Aerosol* ** A powerful blend of safe organic solvents especially designed to quickly remove and flush away grease, tar, oil and grime from all types of surfaces. This product contains no chlorinated or fluorinated solvents making it an ideal product to use in an environmentally conscious situation or where highly toxic products are not suitable. *MSDS* http://www.ashburnchemical.com/FrontEnd/ProductDocs.php?rootID=2# | *TDS* http://www.ashburnchemical.com/FrontEnd/ProductDocs.php?rootID=2# ** *CITRUS SOLVENT DEGREASER Bulk* ** An effective D-Limonene solvent degreaser. Excellent for cleaning and degreasing heavy grease, dirt, slime, and oil from all types of surfaces. Does not contain petroleum distillates. Biodegradable. Emulsifiable.
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: bead or walnut blast cleans it fast but does not pit. An ultrasonic bath in something like a Simple Green solution would probably work very well also, as someone else mentioned. IF you have access to an ultrasonic cleaner that large I've also used a small electric pressure washer to fairly good effect. Cleans the rubber too. -- 1983 300D 1966 230
[MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt) wheels WAS Missing fuel tank caps
On another subject... I want to clean an alloy wheel that has some suboorn caked-on brake dust and grime. What's the best product to do get this done (other than Brillo)? 1983 300TD 1985 300CD I On 5/2/07, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wed, 2 May 2007 16:52:28 -0400 andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's sounds more expensive than what I was hoping for but thanks nonetheless. ;) The parts are very inexpensive. If you have the tool, it's only tedious. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
