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303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner 473ml

Iron indicating heavy duty wheel cleaner

303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner 473ml

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303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner cleans caked on dirt and removes brake dust.

  • Removes caked on dirt and brake dust
  • Iron indicating formula changes colour
  • Non-corrosive and acid free formula
  • Safe for use on all wheels
  • Suits aluminium, painted, chrome and clear-coated finishes
  • Doubles as a paint decontamination spray
  • No overpowering odour during use
  • Supplied in a 473ml (16oz) bottle
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303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner cleans caked on dirt and removes brake dust.

This powerful formula is non-corrosive, acid free, and safe for use on ALL wheels. It also has no overpowering odour like many other wheel cleaners.

This product is not only a great option for heavy duty wheel cleaning, but it also works great as a paint decontaminant spray to remove any embedded fallout from your vehicle's paint, to prep it before correction and protection.

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Key features

  • Iron Indicating
  • Acid Free
  • All Wheel Safe
  • 473ml Bottle
  • Paint Decontamination

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Expert Notes

303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner is an iron indicating wheel cleaner in a 473ml (16oz) bottle for caked on dirt and brake dust. The formula is non-corrosive and acid free, and it is safe for use on all wheels, including aluminium, painted, chrome and clear-coated finishes. It is sprayed onto cool wheels, left for 2 minutes, agitated with a wheel tool and rinsed. It also works as a paint decontamination spray: on a washed and dried car it is left for 5 minutes and turns a purple tone as it removes iron. In a routine it covers the wheel stage of a wash and the decontamination stage before clay, polishing and protection. Pair it with a dedicated wheel brush, a separate wheel bucket and a wheel sealant.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Aluminium alloy wheels
  • Chrome wheels
  • Painted wheels
  • Clear-coated wheels
  • Wheels with caked on brake dust
  • Painted bodywork with iron fallout
  • Paintwork before correction and protection

Caution: Apply only when wheels are cool to the touch and rinse thoroughly before it can dry. After paint decontamination, rinse and wash the car again to remove all product.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Iron Indicating Wheel Cleaner
Brand
303
Use
Wheel Cleaning And Paint Decontamination
Size
473ml (16oz)
Formula
Non-Corrosive, Acid Free
Application Method
Spray On, Agitate, Rinse
Dwell Time
2 Minutes On Wheels, 5 Minutes On Paint
Compatibility
All Wheels, Including Aluminium, Painted, Chrome And Clear-Coated
Colour Change
Turns Purple As It Removes Iron
Application Conditions
Wheels Cool To The Touch
Odour
No Overpowering Odour
Part Number
30591

How To Use

Application

  1. Shake the bottle well and check the wheels are cool to the touch.
  2. Rinse the wheel with a hose to remove loose dirt and grit.
  3. Spray 303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner directly onto the wheel and leave it for 2 minutes.
  4. Agitate the wheel surface with a dedicated wheel cleaning tool.
  5. Rinse the wheel thoroughly and repeat the steps if any residue remains.
  6. For paint decontamination, spray onto the washed and dried bodywork and leave for 5 minutes while it turns purple on iron.
  7. Rinse the paint, then wash the car again to remove the product.

Aftercare

  1. Inspect each wheel in good light and treat any remaining brake dust again.
  2. Dry the wheels with a microfibre towel kept apart from paintwork towels.
  3. After decontaminating paint, follow with clay, correction or protection as needed.
  4. Apply your chosen wheel protection only once the wheels are clean and fully dry.
  5. Rinse brushes and wheel tools, then store them apart from paint wash tools.
  6. Store the bottle closed and upright, away from heat and frost.

Top Tip: Work one wheel at a time so the cleaner is agitated and rinsed after its 2 minute dwell, not left to dry.

Performance Benefits

  • Cleans heavily soiled wheels
  • Turns purple as it removes iron
  • Lifts embedded fallout from paintwork
  • Preps paint for correction and protection
  • Designed for a 2 minute dwell
  • Non-corrosive on wheel finishes

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is 303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner?

303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner comes in a 473ml (16oz) bottle, part number 30591.

Is it safe on all wheel types?

Yes, it is safe for use on all wheels, including aluminium, painted, chrome and clear-coated finishes. The formula is non-corrosive and acid free. Test on a small hidden area first if your wheels have a refurbished or unusual finish.

What does iron indicating mean?

It means the formula changes colour as it reacts with iron contamination. On paintwork, the directions say it should turn a purple tone as it removes iron and other contaminants from the surface.

How long should I leave it on the wheels?

Leave 303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner on the wheel for 2 minutes, then agitate with a wheel cleaning tool and rinse thoroughly. Use it only when the wheels are cool to the touch, and repeat if any residue remains.

Can I use it to decontaminate paintwork?

Yes, it can be used as a paint decontamination spray to remove embedded iron fallout before correction and protection. Spray it onto a washed and dried car, leave it for 5 minutes, then rinse and wash the car again.

Does it have a strong smell?

No, 303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner has no overpowering odour.

What should I use it with?

Use a dedicated wheel brush or wheel cleaning tool for agitation, a hose for rinsing and a separate microfibre towel for drying. After paint decontamination, the directions suggest following up with clay, correction and protection.

Where can I buy 303 Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner in the UK?

The Drivers HQ sells it online with UK-wide delivery, and you can also visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Only spray onto wheels that are cool to the touch.
  2. Shake the bottle well before every use.
  3. Rinse loose grit off the wheel before spraying.
  4. Give it the full 2 minute dwell before agitating.
  5. Use a dedicated wheel brush, never your paintwork wash mitt.
  6. Watch for the purple colour change that shows iron contamination on paint.
  7. Wash and dry the car before using it as a paint decontaminant.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

303

303 is an American surface protection brand that has been a trusted name in its field since 1980. Its protectant was first developed to protect aircraft rubber wing boots at high altitude, and the formulas now care for cars, boats, RVs and outdoor gear. Since 2012, 303 has belonged to Gold Eagle Co., the Chicago company behind STA-BIL, which says its branded products, 303 included, are manufactured in the United States at its facilities in Chicago. The brand line is Proven to Protect.

At The Drivers HQ we stock 303 online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop. Popular choices include 303 Aerospace Protectant, the Automotive Speed Detailer and the Slick Shine Ceramic Detailer.

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303 Speed Detailer, Protectant Wipes, Aerospace Protectant and Wheel & Tire Cleaner on a black display plinth

303 protectants, trim and leather care

Aerospace Protectant. The product 303 is known for, in 296ml, 473ml and 946ml. 303 describes it as a water-based formula with no petroleum distillates, alcohol, mineral oil or harmful silicone oils, which dries to a clear matte finish, blocks UV to help stop fading and cracking, and repels dust and stains. It suits vinyl, plastic, rubber, finished leather and fibreglass, but not clear plastics, suede, fabrics, flooring, gauge panels or headlights. Spray it onto a clean, dry surface out of direct sun and wipe it completely dry, because it does not air dry; 303 says to reapply every 30 to 45 days. The same protection comes as Automotive Protectant 473ml and in a tub of 25 Protectant Wipes.

Trim, seals and tyres. Rubber Seal Protectant comes in a 101ml bottle with an applicator for door, window, bonnet and boot seals, and helps them keep their elasticity. Graphene Trim Coating is a non-greasy coating for faded trim that 303 rates at up to 6 months, and Tyre Coating & Protectant is a water-based, sling-free aerosol that dries to a satin shine with no brush needed.

Leather. A two-step system: Leather Cleaner lifts stains and preps the surface, then Leather Conditioner softens the leather and adds UV protection that 303 rates at 30 days. Both suit finished and unfinished leather.

Fabric and stains. Multi-Surface Cleaner removes spots of coffee, oil, grease and ink from water-safe surfaces, and Mold & Mildew Cleaner + Blocker removes mould stains without bleach. Fabric Guard restores water and stain repellency to outdoor fabrics, such as a convertible roof's seams, and is not for interior fabrics.

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303 Speed Detailer being sprayed onto the bonnet of a blue car on a driveway

303 detailers, coatings and wheel cleaners

Between washes. The Automotive Speed Detailer is mist-on, wipe-off gloss for paint, plastics, fibreglass, chrome and glass, with anti-static properties and UV blockers. The Slick Shine Ceramic Detailer is infused with SiO2 and carnauba wax, works on wet paint as a drying aid or on dry paint, and is safe on matte paint. The Graphene Detailer tops up existing coatings, works wet or dry and lasts up to 90 days, and the Automotive Spray Wax cleans off water spots and dust and leaves protection rated at up to 90 days.

Coating. Graphene Nano Spray Coating is a graphene oxide based spray coating that 303 rates at 12 months. It is strongly hydrophobic, helps reduce water spots by lowering the surface temperature, can be applied in direct sunlight and also goes on glass, wheels and trim.

Wheels. Wheel & Tire Cleaner is a foaming, acid-free and non-corrosive cleaner for wheels and tyres: spray onto cool, rinsed surfaces, leave for 2 minutes, agitate and rinse. Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner is acid free too, removes brake dust and caked-on dirt, and also works as a paint decontamination spray for embedded fallout before polishing.

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