Chemical Guys Diablo Wheel Cleaner Spray does an excellent job cleaning wheels without being harsh. It safely removes brake dust, road grime, and dirt while being gentle enough for regular use. I’ve used it on alloy wheels, and it cleans thoroughly without dulling the finish or causing damage. The gel-like formula clings well to the surface, giving it time to break down grime before rinsing. With light agitation from a brush, wheels come out looking fresh and well-maintained. It also has a mild, pleasant scent compared to many other wheel cleaners that have strong chemical smells. Another big plus is peace of mind—this cleaner is non-acidic, so you don’t have to worry about damaging your wheels or surrounding components. It’s great for routine maintenance and keeping wheels looking their best between deeper cleanings. Overall, Chemical Guys Diablo Wheel Cleaner is a reliable, high-quality product that delivers consistent results. Highly recommended for anyone who wants clean wheels without risking damage. Read more
This is a safe but effective wheel cleaner. Diablo safely cleans your wheels. It does not contain strong acids that could damage delicate parts and surfaces. There are stronger wheel cleaners out there but those can do damage to the delicate parts, like emblems, if you forget to wash off any over-spray. The Diablo wheel cleaner is safe enough to use on your wheels. It will not damage exterior trims. This spray will not cause the adhesives on your trim to weaken. Most plastic trim on the exterior of your car are attached with adhesives. This is the reason why you should not use strong chemicals. The clear coat on the paint will keep the finish protected from harsh chemicals but the adhesives and the rubber seals on the exterior of the car are delicate items. The rubber door seals are more delicate than tire rubber. Diablo should be diluted. Use one of the Chemical Guys dilution bottle for this purpose. The pump in the spray head is resistant to chemicals. That is what you want to use with these cleaners. A good quality spray bottle helps make your cleaning experience more pleasant. You will pull that spray trigger many times. It helps to have a properly designed product. The Diablo is somewhat thick. A spray head that has a long trigger will help you. Dilute the cleaner with soft water. RO or deionized water works best. Spray liberally on your wheels. Give the product time to work and then scrub the wheels. I know, somebody probably sold you a product in the past that claimed you do not have to scrub and you were disappointed. It is hard for any cleaner to remove dirt and grime without you physically scrubbing the wheels. Diablo is a good cleaner but you will need to scrub that grime off. That's just the way it is. Diablo makes the job a little easier because any dirt that you scrub away will not stick back to the wheels as long as you do not let the product dry. It basically floats the particles away from the wheel surface for a short time. Long enough for you to hose it off. Do you really need a product that was designed to clean wheels? Can you use the same car shampoo that you used to clean the painted surfaces of the car? I think so. In my opinion, you can get away with that. Use the same car shampoo for your wheels. It's your physical effort that pulls the dirt off of the wheels. Diablo is probably stronger than your PH neutral car shampoo but you can compensate with a little more physical effort. This is another good product from the detailing geeks. It can be economical. It is very safe, for your wheels and for you. It will help you clean your wheels without causing potential problems with your trim. I highly recommend this product if you feel the need to use a wheel cleaner instead of using your car shampoo. Read more
I opened this and the smell... Well, let's just say that I began by judging a book by its cover. No strong chemical smell, actually almost... Pleasant? No way is this going to take the Brembo brake dust off of my Charger Widebody wheels. Mixed up a small amount with probably way too much water, not expecting anything. Previously I was using the fallout remover which smelled very strong but was also very harsh on the wheels obviously. Not expecting much, I sprayed it on my front and rear wheels (they were off the car) in the shade and let it sit while I started to wash the fender liners. When I went back to scrub the wheels I didn't understand what I was looking at. I took my stiff bristle brush I usually need and it looked like it was making a smear. I took my soft speed brush and ran it across the front wheel and I couldn't understand. Where was all of the dust? Even the huge chunks that usually accumulate were melting away with minimal rubbing. I still don't understand. This stuff is BETTER than the fallout remover. How? How did it work so well? Leave it to the Chemical Guys, I suppose. Their citrus and now melon washes I've used for decades have been amazing. So is this stuff. I can't believe how well it worked, and how long I expect this bottle to last at this rate. Can I give it ten stars? Read more
I hate chemical guys but this wheel cleaner actually works very well. The problem is that their bottles suck. The spray nozzle always comes out as a stream not as a spray even if you change it to spray setting. Also you can't remove the top. That's why I just drill a hole in it and pour it into a proper spray bottle so I don't waste it with the stream setting. Read more
