Speed play
Prep N Stick Quick Dry
Acetone-based adhesion prep for high-volume work. It flashes off fast so the tech can prep, place, and move.
- Dry time
- Fastest
- Handling
- Flammable
- Chlorinated solvents
- None
Wheel-weight prep methods
The surface decides.
Stick-on weights hold when the adhesive reaches a clean, dry, bare surface.
Purpose-built adhesion prep / 32 oz / Made in USA
01 / Clean02 / Dry03 / Bare
The bond problem
Adhesive cannot grip through a film.
Stick-on wheel weights use pressure-sensitive adhesive. The weight only reaches the wheel when overspray, wheel polish, road grime, mold release, mounting lube, oil, and moisture are out of the way.
A cleaner can remove visible dirt and still leave the wrong surface behind. The prep step is finished when the mounting area is clean, fully dry, and free of residue.
Four shop habits
Same wheel. Very different surface.
The name on the bottle matters less than what the method leaves behind.
MethodWhat it leavesPaceRead
Dry shop ragMoves dust. Oil and dressing can remain.FastNot a prep step
General degreaserFormula dependent. Surfactant or oily residue can remain.MediumCheck the film
Brake cleanerFast flash, but formulas vary and the chemistry was built for another job.FastInconsistent for prep
Dedicated adhesion prepBuilt to remove contamination, evaporate, and leave the mounting area bare.ControlledBuilt for the bond
CHAOS does not make or sell brake cleaner. Prep N Stick replaces the habit of borrowing it for wheel-weight preparation.
The method
Spray. Prep. Stick.
Wet the exact mounting area.
Lift the contamination with a clean wipe.
Apply only after the surface is fully dry.
Two purpose-built chemistries
Pick the pace your bay needs.
Milder chemistry
Prep N Stick
Water-based, low-VOC, non-flammable adhesion prep. It takes longer to dry than Quick Dry and still leaves the wheel ready for the weight.
- Dry time
- Longer
- Handling
- Non-flammable
- VOC profile
- Low
Both formulas are safe for wheel finishes, including custom paint and clear coats. Follow the product label and safety data sheet for handling and PPE.
When prep earns its keep
The surfaces most likely to reject a weight.
Custom finishes
Paint and clear coat need contamination removed without hazing the finish.
Fresh wheels
Mold release can sit on a new wheel even when the surface looks clean.
Cold or humid bays
Invisible moisture is still a barrier between adhesive and wheel.
Mounting residue
Lube, oil, fingerprints, and dressing quietly weaken the bond.
See the difference
Why weights fall off.
A quick bay-floor look at the prep habit and the surface the adhesive actually needs.
Watch the testRun it on your floor
Change the method. Watch the comeback count.
Quick answers
What the bay needs to know.
Why not use brake cleaner?
Brake cleaner was designed for a different job, formulas vary, and the surface left behind is not consistent for adhesive prep. CHAOS does not make or sell brake cleaner.
What is the difference between the two Prep N Stick formulas?
Quick Dry is acetone-based and flashes fastest. Original Prep N Stick is water-based, low-VOC, non-flammable, and takes longer to dry.
Are both formulas safe on wheel finishes?
Yes. Both are made for wheel-weight preparation and are safe for finishes including custom paint and clear coat.
Why must the wheel be fully dry?
Moisture and residue sit between the pressure-sensitive adhesive and the wheel. The weight needs direct contact with a clean, dry mounting surface.