Solution to Basketweave Brake Dust???

[nrubenstein]

Sup guy, I know everyone hates cleaning their stock Basketweaves, as it is a annoying task to do. My dad told me about these brake dust covers, he used to install on e30s for their Basketweaves to protect from brake dust and I found them online recently....anybody try them before? My dad said it worked like a charm, considering on purchasing a set. here is the link http://www.brakedustcover.com/perfor...k=BMW&md=318is

They look like absolute ass, they aren't safe for anything other than leisurely driving, and they scream "I'm a lazy fuck who doesn't understand how cars work" to everybody that sees them. If you want the automotive equivalent of a dunce cap, go for it.

What you need is a good wheel cleaning brush for general use. Every once in a while, I use Meguiar's Wheel Brightener to clean off anything that is sticking (this stuff works magic, but it is HIGHLY TOXIC - the active ingredient is ammonium bi-fluoride. Also, don't even think about using it on bare aluminum wheels).

[Vivek]

They look like absolute ass, they aren't safe for anything other than leisurely driving, and they scream "I'm a lazy fuck who doesn't understand how cars work" to everybody that sees them. If you want the automotive equivalent of a dunce cap, go for it.

Agreed. Basically one of the most embarrassing things you can put on your car.

[PKR]

Yup, those covers "can" cause overheating ... if you drive hard. But why bother ... Ceramic pads are great - and zero dust!