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Keeping your car wheels maintained isn’t just about vanity, it is important to the integrity and longevity of the tires. At Flagstop Car Wash, we know all about what it takes to keep your wheels shining and functioning their best. Let’s learn about the ways Flagstop Car Wash can help you with the essential care of your wheels and tires.
Why Maintain Wheel Cleanliness?
As the wheels on your vehicle go ‘round and ‘round they are likely to take a beating from the rough surfaces they come in contact with. In addition, routine braking leads to the collection of brake dust. While this is extremely common, it isn’t something you want to accumulate over a long period of time. Brake dust is the breakdown of the pads’ and rotors’ tiny metal shavings. This dust is highly corrosive. If brake dust stays on your wheels and rims for a long time, it can eat into the rim coating. Although a good cleaning is a great idea, since you brake every time you drive, you need to be consistent with the removal of this dust so that it cannot begin a corrosion process.
Start with the Wheels
If you’re using the Flagstop Car Wash self-service wash bays, you’ll want to start with the wheels to get all of the dust and grime cleaned off prior to the car itself. Because these are bound to be the dirtiest parts of your vehicle, you want to avoid spraying grime from your wheels back onto a freshly washed car. Getting the dust and road grime off first helps prevent spreading anything to the rest of the vehicle. You will want to use a soft bristle and the appropriate cleaner for your rim type. Our professional customer service team can help recommend the appropriate cleaner for your wheel type if you aren’t sure of what you need.
Wax Those Wheels
Wax isn’t just an important step for the painted exterior of your vehicle, it can be just as important for your wheels. Wheel waxes are the only true way to clean, polish and protect in one simple step. Wax acts as a barrier to brake dust accumulation and adhesion. If using wax as recommended and as often as recommended, you will only need to clean with water between waxing times. Flagstop Car wash offers ample opportunities to get your wheels and tires clean.
Your Wheel Cleaning Experts
At Flagstop Car Wash, we want to help you get the most use out of your vehicle’s wheels. Clean wheels are more likely to operate as expected. Visit one of our eleven locations to start a cleaning routine that will ensure brake dust doesn’t erode any parts of your wheels or car exterior. Our RVA Wash Club is a great way to ensure that your car can get cleaning attention any time you need it. Check out our location directory today to see which convenient location can provide you with the services you need.
