just got my wheel woolies...now disappointed ....

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So i had made an order for the 3 pack and one of the bent ones about a month ago. The descriptions on AG said the 3pk were made of wool and the other was synthetic. I remember this because i was debating the cost, and wool being more expensive, i convinced myself to buy them. (AG listing for the 3pk is now gone)

The 3pk was backordered but i received the bent one with my other items in short order.

I received the 3pk today and they are definitely also synthetic. The package also says synthetic fibers. I remember that the AG specifically said wool, which is the main reason i bought these (quite expensive). I was ok with the bent one not being wool since its made for the back side.

I am pretty disappointed at this and im thinking that i got new stock after WW made a material change. For reference the CG Amazon listing still says wool. And i almost ordered from there...
 
Have you contacted AG about the issue? AG is known for some pretty amazing customer service.
 
Are you concerned that the polypropylene will scratch?

I looked at both the Braun/Wheel Woolies website and AutoGeek website. I did not see "Wool" mentioned on either.

I would think the synthetic material will hold up much better against harsh wheel cleaners.
 
This is from another vendor, but was the same description on AG when i purchased.

"These brushes are easy to fit anywhere. They are designed and built from the highest grade wool and are safe for all rims and wheels regardless of the finish or shape. Wheel Woolies bend and flex into tight places to remove dirt and grime"

I was hoping someone here could confirm their WW theyve had for awhile are indeed wool.
 
allenk4 said:
Are you concerned that the polypropylene will scratch?

I looked at both the Braun/Wheel Woolies website and AutoGeek website. I did not see "Wool" mentioned on either.

I would think the synthetic material will hold up much better against harsh wheel cleaners.
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Wheel Woolies 3-Piece Kit, wheel cleaning tools, wheel brushes

"That’s because Wheel Woolies are soft wool heads mounted on long handles."

The other website must have sold you a different brand, CG WW's are wool that much I know and the WW on AG seem to be as well but I'm sure some use synthetics.
 
Good catch.

The verbiage is different on the 3-pack page.

I bought a large Wheel Woolie at Chemical Guys in LA two weeks ago. It has a Braun logo on it.

I think Braun makes them all. Wheel Woolies | About Us
 
allenk4 said:
Good catch.

The verbiage is different on the 3-pack page.

I bought a large Wheel Woolie at Chemical Guys in LA two weeks ago. It has a Braun logo on it.

I think Braun makes them all. Wheel Woolies | About Us
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That's highly likely. Much like the MTM foam cannons that get sold under various names. I looked on one of the Canadian sites and it just says "soft, dense carpet fibers". That makes me pretty curious as I bought my set quite awhile back in the US.
 
I think some are misunderstanding. I bought real WW from AG with the "real wool" description. What i received from AG (after a backorder) was synthetic material from the WW/braun brand. I only spent that much because i wanted wool. Im betting that braun changed material to save money and didnt notify their vendors.

Again, no real concerns except i didnt get what i purchased, and wouldntve spent that much for synthetic on a stick.

For reference, the description on pinnaclewax.com of PBMA ownership.
"Clean wheels with the ultimate ease!
Wheel Woolies clean wheels of all shapes and sizes, and your hands will stay clean! That’s because Wheel Woolies are soft wool heads mounted on long handles. They’re safe on any wheel finish and the wool compresses to fit into tight spaces."
 
Interesting. I have some wheel woolies but really did not think they were real wool but more akin to how steel wool is not wool either.
 
Wouldn't worry, the woolies are super safe with the right car soap! I love mine.
 
Its mainly about not getting what i was expecting/ordered, and something cheaper at that.
 
I understand. It's like paying for ceramic brakes and getting metallic pads. Of course they are both brakes and will stop a car but not the same quality. And you wouldn't want to pay for ceramic and get metallic.
 
Just as a point of reference, I got my WW 3-pack back in November. The Braun Brush label on the packaging says:
"Dense absorbent synthetic wool microfiber eliminates wheel splatter."
 
the manufacturer lists the following description...

The soft, dense carpet fibers will hold suds and transfer them to the wheel. These brushes are made entirely of polypropylene and will stand up to any cleaner you choose to use. Since they are 100% polypropylene, they are recyclable.

the manufacturer is going to have the best description of the product composition.

and rest assured, here is a video from 2012 listing polypropylene fibres. no one is pulling the "wool" over your eyes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aM44qwjikrs

and one from Braun Brush from 2013.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Kq6NA-9DfQ
 
Huh? I never thought that Wheel Woolies would actually be made of wool. I would think that any natural fiber would be less durable than a nice synthetic. Sell me the faux stuff AG!
 
Success said:
I understand. It's like paying for ceramic brakes and getting metallic pads. Of course they are both brakes and will stop a car but not the same quality. And you wouldn't want to pay for ceramic and get metallic.
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Not sure I follow your analogy


How would a wool version be better than a synthetic version?

-Cleaning Ability
-Faster
-More thorough

-Durability
-Resistance to chemicals

-Maintenance of the tool
 
Ok it might not be a spot on analogy but the point is he didn't get what he thought he was paying for. He paid for a product "advertised" as wool and got synthetic.
 
Sorry, OP, that you didn't exactly get what you paid for.

However:
I remember when not getting exactly what I wanted turned out to be a wonderful stroke of luck.

Case in point:
Your synthetic-wool "deal", although it may smell a little fishy to you: Will never reek to high, high Heaven...of any wet-wool stench!


Bob
 
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