{"title":"Felgen reinigen mit THE FINISHER","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"koch-chemie-the-finisher-automotive-wheelking-felgenreiniger","title":"THE FINISHER \"WheelKing\" Wheel Cleaner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE FINISHER × Koch-Chemie „WheelKing“ — wheel cleaner with safe reactive power\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat's WheelKing for? — The acid-free, reactive wheel cleaner reliably lifts baked-on brake dust and fallout, clings evenly as a gel, changes colour as it reacts so you can see it working, and rinses off streak-free – for painted and powder-coated steel and alloy wheels.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE FINISHER WheelKing wheel cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e is your go-to weapon against dark brake dust and metallic build-up. The reactive gel formula wraps complex designs right down into the barrel, chemically loosens particles and makes the reaction visible through that telltale colour change. That means less brushing, more control, and an even, clean finish on painted and powder-coated wheels – painted calipers included. In the THE FINISHER system, WheelKing comes after the pre-wash (TropicSnow) and before the contact wash (MagicShampoo); when you want final protection, BodyGuard takes care of it. Bottom line: less scrubbing, more result – safe, quick, repeatable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong on brake dust:\u003c\/strong\u003e reactive agents crack iron-rich deposits and dissolve fallout, and the gel texture clings for ages to complex geometries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle \u0026amp; controlled:\u003c\/strong\u003e acid-free, pH-balanced, with a clear colour-change indicator; suited to painted\/powder-coated steel and alloy wheels plus painted calipers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth workflow: \u003c\/strong\u003eslots in perfectly between TropicSnow (pre-wash) and MagicShampoo (hand wash); rinses off clean and preps the surface for protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReactive wheel cleaner – technology \u0026amp; material protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ereactive wheel cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e like THE FINISHER WheelKing wheel cleaner works by bonding to the iron particles thrown off as brake dust and fallout. The gel structure keeps things sitting still so the active agents have time to loosen particles; the colour change shows you where the reaction is running. Because the formula is acid-free and pH-balanced, the job stays gentle on the material: clear coats, powder coatings and painted calipers keep their gloss and feel. On sensitive special surfaces – polished, bare, anodised – the rule is: test spot in a hidden area, short dwell time, rinse straight away. Hot wheels, direct sun and chemistry left to dry are off the table – that's how you keep the process safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing it on the car – dwell time, tools \u0026amp; sequence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eapplication\u003c\/strong\u003e comes down to a few clean steps. Cool the wheels down and pre-wet them, then spray THE FINISHER WheelKing wheel cleaner on generously, working bottom to top. Let it work for 2–4 minutes, don't let it dry. Move a soft wheel brush over the spokes, barrel and edges; for lug holes and the valve area, detail brushes do the job. Then rinse with pressure until no more foamy streaks run off. Now comes the exterior wash with MagicShampoo; the mitt glides cleanly over the wheel you've already taken the load off. If you want more protection and easier cleaning next time, finish with BodyGuard once everything's dry – it makes the next wash noticeably easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResult \u0026amp; routine – winter grime, performance wheels \u0026amp; care plan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoutine\u003c\/strong\u003e beats panic-cleaning: reach for THE FINISHER WheelKing wheel cleaner on every thorough wash, or at least every two or three washes, depending on how much brake dust you're dealing with. On hard-worked performance wheels or after winter drives, a second short pass with targeted brushing helps. Clean painted calipers at the same time, but keep it off any hot components right after a drive. After rinsing and the hand wash, dry with a separate towel to stop water spots. A light, hydrophobic topping step (BodyGuard) cuts down build-up a lot – brake dust then rinses off faster next time round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions about THE FINISHER × Koch-Chemie „WheelKing“ — wheel cleaner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs WheelKing suitable for every type of wheel?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor painted and powder-coated steel and alloy wheels yes, and for painted calipers too. On polished\/bare metals and anodised surfaces, test first, work quickly and rinse thoroughly straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long should the cleaner dwell?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2–4 minutes in the shade. Don't let it dry; in warm weather work in shorter passes and re-mist if needed. The colour change shows you the reaction in progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the product attack valves or TPMS?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed properly, no. Don't use it on hot components, and always rinse off completely after brushing – including the valve, nipple and sensor housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy do I need a shampoo on top of this?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWheelKing chemically loosens iron-rich grime. The hand wash with MagicShampoo afterwards removes road dirt and builds up lubricity and a care film – so the surface stays clean longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use WheelKing without brushes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the chemistry works on its own. But a gentle mechanical assist with a wheel brush or detail brush clearly improves the result in corners, edges and bolt channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eLast updated: 31\/10\/2025 — Author: Daniel (Detailing1)\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":56299398463823,"sku":"D1-KCX-77717-500ML-01","price":15.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-the-finisher-wheelking-felgenreiniger_500ml_77717-500ML-01.png?v=1761909250"}],"url":"https:\/\/detailing1.it\/en\/collections\/the-finisher-bauteil-felgen.oembed","provider":"Detailing1","version":"1.0","type":"link"}