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stallone 81

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im looking for a good tire shine long lasting and that wont spray the car ive been using the armorall tire gel and thats worked pretty good but i feel like its not that shiny compared to some that i see on other vehicles
 
I use this:

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Good question. I hate tire shine. I dont even use it on every wash. I use it probably once a month.

Would be good to see some good options.

Maybe pektel can help.
 
HyeLifeLS said:
Good question. I hate tire shine. I dont even use it on every wash. I use it probably once a month.

Would be good to see some good options.

Maybe pektel can help.
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i havent been using it as much because it always sprays all over the car after i wash it and it sux.

does it depend how your tires are for them to be glossier or is it just the product ?
 
i use the exact same stuff andrizzle just showed you, i bought like a 3 dollar gel applicator at autozone also to put the tire shine on, it has a real nice shine to it and as long at you let it set for the 10 minutes or so that it says it won't spray all over your car
 
you should, and then let us all know because if it is good then i might give it a try just to try something new
 
I use Optimum Tire Shine.

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I had found some gel based like to fling all over the place even if they setup for about a day before driving. They have a better shine and look to them, but they can be pretty messy. Personally I would stick with a water based spray over a gel. I'm sure pektel can chime in with some good info
 
chemical guys is the :q:q:q:q i use all there stuff there wax is amazing... the meguiars is great also just let it sit for like ten min before driving and whip of exces
 
I don't like the "wet" look, I go for more of a matte look, use a tire brush every time I wash the car.
 
gcwimmer said:
I don't like the "wet" look, I go for more of a mat look, use a tire brush every time I wash the car.
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I'm with this guy. I prefer a more matte look. I use Surf City Beyond Black Tire Pro. Super easy application, but durability is maybe 2 weeks with no rain.

If you want something shinier, and more durable, and easy to use, check out Showroom FX White Pearl, or Optimum Opti Bond. Both last a decent amount of time. Optimum will last longer, and it is a gel. I have a half gallon of Optibond, 2 liters of Surf City, and 32 oz of White Pearl.

If you want the ULTIMATE shine, but don't care about durability, get Meguiar's Hyper Dressing. $37 per gallon (can't buy it in anything smaller), but it's water based, so it doesn't last very long. You can also dilute it up to 4:1 depending on how much shine you want. Kyle (KD00LS) uses it straight. You can actually get a reflection in a tire with that stuff.

I just picked up a bottle of Ultima Trim and Tire Guard. Supposed to last a LONG time. It's almost like a sealant for the tires. Not cheap though (about $30 for 12 ounces).

Here's where to buy each:
Showroom FX White Pearl - http://www.showroomfx.com/Showroom_FX_Tire_Trim_Dressing_p/sfx-15.htm While here, pick up one of their waffle weave drying towels. They are the sh*t.

Optibond - http://www.detailedimage.com/Optimum-OPT-M36/Opti-Bond-Tire-Gel-P283/32-oz-S1/

Meguiar's Hyper Dressing - http://www.detailedimage.com/Meguiars-M43/Hyper-Dressing-D170-P381/128-oz-S1/

Ultima Trim and Tire Guard - http://www.autopia-carcare.com/ult-7012-120.html

I don't know of any vendors right now selling surf city. At least, not my normal vendors. A simple google search should show you where to buy it. In fact, I believe Pep Boys carries it now too.

As far as application, I prefer using this brush to apply. I will spritz the dressing on the tire, then spread with a Swissvax Pneu Brush. Minimal waste this way, as foam applicators tend to soak up dressings:

http://www.detailersdomain.com/swissvax-pneubrush.aspx

You can also buy the Optimum Products from the same place I linked for the brush.
 
I've found that the biggest factor to long lasting and splatter reduction is how CLEAN you get the tire before you apply any dressing. The best success I've ever head is after the car has been driven through rainstorms (which seem to really get off all the old dressing residue) THEN i've used BLeche White and scrubbed the tire like a madman then rinsed the tires then let them dry fully. I then apply whatever dressing and let the car sit overnight.

IN that scenario? I usually get zero splatter and a nice gloss that lasts for a pretty good while.

If I dont clean the old residue off completely and if I dont let it sit overnight? Splatter city no matter what I use.
 
Unless your are caking on the meguiars gel, i dont see how it will fling on the car. I simply apply small amounts on a pad and wipe back n forth on the tire. Pretty simple to use.

And it smells great!
 
Andrizzle said:
Unless your are caking on the meguiars gel, i dont see how it will fling on the car. I simply apply small amounts on a pad and wipe back n forth on the tire. Pretty simple to use.

And it smells great!
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I agree! That stuff smells like grape. I also use Meg's Hyper dressing Something I've seen a few people use and have been wanting to try is TUF SHINE You buy the 1st time kit with cleaner and tire clearcoat. That stuff will last for at least a month with one application. Here's the link http://tufshine.com/products/tire-appearance-kit/ There are youtube videos showing how to apply it as well.
 
I have been using Black Magic's tire gel for along time, the shine will last about 2 weeks and has a nice cherry smell to it.
 
+1 for Surf City. You can apply more to make it glossier and wetter looking. One of the best I've tried.
 
I use MeQuiars Hot Shine with a pad applicater. Leaves the tires nice and shiney for the shows. It last for weeks till the next show or wash which ever comes first.
 
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