no more brake dust on wheels

TNat · 09-01-2002, 03:06 AM

I get so angry when i wash my car and within three days the nice c7s are covered in brake dust. Someone at work told me to put pledge on them. I tried it last week, and so far no brakedust! try it, you'll be surprised.

Just thought i would share my new tip with you guys.

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ADOLFO · 09-01-2002, 03:25 AM

On the calipers brake pads or rims?

jay · 09-01-2002, 11:02 AM

That seems like it would collect the dust, but hey, I'll try anything. Now where does my wife keep the pledge........?????

EDC320 · 09-01-2002, 01:58 PM

Is it safe for the wheel finish, brake pads, calipers, and rotors?

mdp c230k · 09-01-2002, 03:26 PM

Put it on the rims only!!!!! Pledge on the rotors and you will die!

QC1 · 09-01-2002, 04:11 PM

Im desperate, I'll try just about anything. I hate cleaning my Rims everyday

FrankW · 09-01-2002, 05:06 PM

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Originally posted by mdp c230k
Put it on the rims only!!!!! Pledge on the rotors and you will die!

anyway, like ED320 asked, will Pledge hurt the clearcoat finish on the rims?

bajaiman · 09-02-2002, 12:20 AM

Excuse my ignorance...but what is this "pledge" you put onto the wheels?

... never heard of this one before....

BlackC230Coupe · 09-02-2002, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by bajaiman
Excuse my ignorance...but what is this "pledge" you put onto the wheels? ... never heard of this one before....

i am not sure if they have it outside the U.S. But pledge is not made for wheels its a house hold wood cleaner/polisher.

I will not use it on my wheels unless i hear some people saying it really does work.

So TNat u have no brake dust at all within 3 days?

did u drive? lol

Buellwinkle · 09-02-2002, 01:05 AM

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Originally posted by bajaiman
Excuse my ignorance...but what is this "pledge" you put onto the wheels? ... never heard of this one before....

A pledge is like a promise, to never ever use the brakes to stop the car. This will help you stay dust free.

Rick · 09-02-2002, 07:21 AM

Use Maguiar's or Turtle Wax wipes....not Pledge...unless you want that "fresh lemoney smell"

benggolf · 09-02-2002, 05:50 PM

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Originally posted by Buellwinkle
A pledge is like a promise, to never ever use the brakes to stop the car. This will help you stay dust free.

LMAO!

Buellwinkle, you crack me up.....can't stop laughing!

Guys, just as Buellwinkle suggests; don't use the brakes or just apply a good coat of wax! That will help keep the brake dust off.

:p :p :p

Apollo · 09-02-2002, 06:22 PM

I have just received my new car and have the 5 double spoke alloys. My dealer sold me a product called Metalmate that provides a coating for alloys. More details at www.metalmate.info not sure if they supply outside uk and it is not cheap. I have applied it today and will see how it goes.

BlackC230Coupe · 09-02-2002, 06:34 PM

anyone else try the pledge yet? i am curious if it really works.

or even the stuff Apollo got.

TNat · 09-03-2002, 12:13 AM

its been about 500 miles and still just a little brake dust, but it wipes off easier now. To clarify, just polish the rim lightly with the pledge. The guy at work has been puttin it on his bmw for over 5 years and the rims have not been hurt in anyway

W0n6_3d4n · 09-03-2002, 04:50 AM

500 miles!!, wow that's amazing, i can't even keep my rims clean for 50 miles. So what is this "pledge" stuff, i am really2 interested,

bajaiman · 09-03-2002, 05:08 AM

BlackC230Coupe said its somekind of household wood polisher, I'm sure we can find something like that in Australia......I hope...

W0n6_3d4n · 09-03-2002, 05:22 AM

Wood polisher........hmmm........ i'll try that on my 16 inch first

see what happens

NANA · 09-03-2002, 08:32 AM

May be he meant to keep the brake dust off of his wooden steering wheel

latent · 09-03-2002, 09:20 AM

If this is the pledge furniture polish, then we have it in the UK. The company have recently released Pledge wipes (sealed pack of disposible wipes impregnated with Pledge) This would be more covenient and safer than a spray! _ (keep it away from the brakes!!!)

Might give it a go.
.

CHECKMATE · 09-03-2002, 12:21 PM

"Pledge" made by Johnson & Johnson is a spray on compound for removing dust from furniture. It is not a polish or wax. It does not harm fine wood finishes, and probably would not damage the hard clear coat on the wheels. On wood finishes it removes the static bonding between the dust and the surface. Some logic to the fact that it might reduce the brake dust "cling"

mdp c230k · 09-03-2002, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by CHECKMATE
"Pledge" made by Johnson & Johnson is a spray on compound for removing dust from furniture. It is not a polish or wax. It does not harm fine wood finishes, and probably would not damage the hard clear coat on the wheels. On wood finishes it removes the static bonding between the dust and the surface. Some logic to the fact that it might reduce the brake dust "cling"

This makes perfect sense, the pledge repels dust on tables and rims!

BlackC230Coupe · 09-03-2002, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by mdp c230k
This makes perfect sense, the pledge repels dust on tables and rims!

lol,
I think i am going to try the pledge on my wheels tomarrow.
if something happnes.... well then... that will suck. lol

MB-BOB · 09-03-2002, 09:01 PM

Gee folks, we may be on to something good, here. TNat, thanks for sharing!

(Sounds of rummaging through wife's furniture care products. Wife says, "Bob, what are you doing? Are you going to dust my furniture for me? Really?)

BlackC230Coupe · 09-03-2002, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MB-BOB

(Sounds of rummaging through wife's furniture care products. Wife says, "Bob, what are you doing? Are you going to dust my furniture for me? Really?)

lol,

09-01-2002, 03:25 AM	#2
ADOLFO Almost a Member! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: WNY Posts: 64 Drives: E320	Put it where? On the calipers brake pads or rims?

09-01-2002, 11:02 AM	#3
jay Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: LA Area Posts: 112 Drives: 2002 C230K Sports Coupe	That seems like it would collect the dust, but hey, I'll try anything. Now where does my wife keep the pledge........????? __________________ Jay '02' C230 Kompressor Sports Coupe Blk / Blk leather \| Auto \| Pano-roof

09-01-2002, 03:26 PM	#5
mdp c230k Super Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 875 Drives: 2002 c230k	Put it on the rims only!!!!! Pledge on the rotors and you will die! __________________ '02 6spd C230K in Bril Silver w/C2, Eibach springs and sways. R1 Concepts Drilled/Slotted rotors F&R.

09-02-2002, 12:20 AM	#8
bajaiman Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 470 Drives: 01 C200 Kompressor, 02 C32 AMG	Excuse my ignorance...but what is this "pledge" you put onto the wheels? ... never heard of this one before.... __________________ W203 (M111) C200K Sedan -- Kleemann Ring Pulley, H&R Coilovers, C32 Front Brakes, SS Braided Lines, C32 Swaybar, Remus Exhaust, BMC Filter, Bi-Xenons, Comand, CD Changer, Upgraded ICE, C32 Front Bumper, 18"

09-02-2002, 07:21 AM	#11
Rick MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Central NJ Posts: 1,468 Drives: C230K Coupe/Orion/C4/C5/CD/AMG Spoiler/V60/TeleAid, 2 MGB's	Use Maguiar's or Turtle Wax wipes....not Pledge...unless you want that "fresh lemoney smell" __________________ 2002 C230K Coupe - Orion/C4/C5/TeleAid/CD/AMG Spoiler/V60 Kit w/ Bluetooth Puck! 2 MGB Limited Editions for summer fun

09-01-2002, 01:58 PM	#4
EDC320 Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NY Posts: 156 Drives: 01 C320 & 07 C280 4matic	Is it safe for the wheel finish, brake pads, calipers, and rotors?

09-01-2002, 04:11 PM	#6
QC1 Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Toronto, Ontario Canada Posts: 206 Drives: C230 Coupe	Im desperate, I'll try just about anything. I hate cleaning my Rims everyday

09-02-2002, 06:22 PM	#13
Apollo Senior Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: UK Posts: 343 Drives: E320 CDI Elegance auto	I have just received my new car and have the 5 double spoke alloys. My dealer sold me a product called Metalmate that provides a coating for alloys. More details at www.metalmate.info not sure if they supply outside uk and it is not cheap. I have applied it today and will see how it goes. __________________ E320 CDI Elegance Saloon, Silver, 5 Twin Spoke Alloy Wheels, Anthracite leather, Airmatic suspension, DVD Comand, HK sound, Parktronic, Memory seats, Split seats, Multi Cd changer, Phone prewire, Parameter steering

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BlackC230Coupe PREMIUM SPONSOR Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,168 Drives: 08' Viper SRT10 & 08' S550	anyone else try the pledge yet? i am curious if it really works. or even the stuff Apollo got. __________________ Phone 1-866-950-7779 Website www.EuroteckMotorsports.com E-Mail info@EuroteckMotorsports.com

09-03-2002, 12:13 AM	#15
TNat Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: ft ladi Posts: 102 Drives: '02 c230 coupe	500 mile update its been about 500 miles and still just a little brake dust, but it wipes off easier now. To clarify, just polish the rim lightly with the pledge. The guy at work has been puttin it on his bmw for over 5 years and the rims have not been hurt in anyway __________________ '02 c230k c5 c7 black/charcoal 6-spd '05 jeep wrangler se yellow/black 6 spd

09-03-2002, 04:50 AM	#16
W0n6_3d4n MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 1,536 Drives: C200K (w204)	500 miles!!, wow that's amazing, i can't even keep my rims clean for 50 miles. So what is this "pledge" stuff, i am really2 interested, __________________ 2007 C200K W204 2001 C180 19 inch LD1 -SOLD- Carlsson Coilover, Flat hood emblem, Black Grille, smoke taillight, Bi Xenon (finally), Wald bodykit. ICE: Denon DCT-R1 (HU) Nakamichi SP-5 Dynaudio MW160 (7 inch jobbies) SoundSplinter RL-p 12 ValveAudio Reference by D.Lumanauw Tru Technology Hammer H-1

09-03-2002, 05:08 AM	#17
bajaiman Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 470 Drives: 01 C200 Kompressor, 02 C32 AMG	BlackC230Coupe said its somekind of household wood polisher, I'm sure we can find something like that in Australia......I hope... __________________ W203 (M111) C200K Sedan -- Kleemann Ring Pulley, H&R Coilovers, C32 Front Brakes, SS Braided Lines, C32 Swaybar, Remus Exhaust, BMC Filter, Bi-Xenons, Comand, CD Changer, Upgraded ICE, C32 Front Bumper, 18"

09-03-2002, 05:22 AM	#18
W0n6_3d4n MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 1,536 Drives: C200K (w204)	Wood polisher........hmmm........ i'll try that on my 16 inch first see what happens __________________ 2007 C200K W204 2001 C180 19 inch LD1 -SOLD- Carlsson Coilover, Flat hood emblem, Black Grille, smoke taillight, Bi Xenon (finally), Wald bodykit. ICE: Denon DCT-R1 (HU) Nakamichi SP-5 Dynaudio MW160 (7 inch jobbies) SoundSplinter RL-p 12 ValveAudio Reference by D.Lumanauw Tru Technology Hammer H-1

09-03-2002, 08:32 AM	#19
NANA Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 133 Drives: C230K Manny, Albaster White/Oyster Leather/C1/C5/C7/CD	May be he meant to keep the brake dust off of his wooden steering wheel __________________ 2002 C230K Albaster White/Oyster Leather/C1/C5/C7/CD/Manual: Self Installed Mud Flaps and Painted Calipers Red. 99 Nissan Quest(Hey need something to take your family too)

09-03-2002, 09:20 AM	#20
latent Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: UK Posts: 119	If this is the pledge furniture polish, then we have it in the UK. The company have recently released Pledge wipes (sealed pack of disposible wipes impregnated with Pledge) This would be more covenient and safer than a spray! _ (keep it away from the brakes!!!) Might give it a go. . __________________ 2006 E320CDi V6, 7G, Obsidian black/Grey leather, Avantgarde pack, Command, lowered suspension, 674 alloys, telephone prep, heated and memory seats, 6CD changer, Parktronic. --------------------------------------------------- 2005 VW Golf GT2.0Tdi 2005 E320CDI Avantgarde, Cubanite Silver, Anthracite Leather.

09-03-2002, 12:21 PM	#21
CHECKMATE Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: San Diego Posts: 127 Drives: C320 Sport Wagon	Pledge "Pledge" made by Johnson & Johnson is a spray on compound for removing dust from furniture. It is not a polish or wax. It does not harm fine wood finishes, and probably would not damage the hard clear coat on the wheels. On wood finishes it removes the static bonding between the dust and the surface. Some logic to the fact that it might reduce the brake dust "cling" __________________ Chkmte 2002 320C Wagon, B-Silver, COMAND 1994 BMW530T 1980 300SD, Cactus (no mas) 1964 Austin Healey 3000 MkIII

09-03-2002, 09:01 PM	#24
MB-BOB Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Flower Mound, TX Posts: 7,188 Drives: C320	Gee folks, we may be on to something good, here. TNat, thanks for sharing! (Sounds of rummaging through wife's furniture care products. Wife says, "Bob, what are you doing? Are you going to dust my furniture for me? Really?) __________________ MB-BOB... A member first... moderator second. 2001 C320/C1/C2/C3/6-Disc CD/Desert Silver/Java '06 Headlights, DFWdude WHITE STAR Flat Badge

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