Tire Care

Clawson · 01-14-2016, 05:30 PM

Hey all,

Just curious what everyone uses for tire care for the side wall to keep them looking new and black after a good car wash?
I know somewhat that oil based stuff can be bad for the protective layer on the tire(such as tire shine) and can turn them brown quicker...

School me.

drivingagain · 01-14-2016, 05:41 PM

I use two different products. If worried about length of time the coating will be on it I use 303 protectant as it has a 40 proof sun blocker in it. This is recommended by a lot of upscale rv manufacturers due to long periods of time Rv's sit. I use this on my interrior and it is amazing how long it lasts. On my motorcycle it lasts about a month, daily driving in the weather of Florida. The other product I currently use because these tires will be toast before any cracks appear is Carpro PERL. This is supposed to last a while up to 3 months if you apply 3 coats. Doubt would cause any cracks as this is a very good professional product company the pro's use.

Glen e · 01-14-2016, 05:50 PM

I have never found a tire shine that is head and shoulders above others, and the Armour all stuff below works as well as any. But the real key to tire detailing is SPRAY THE APPLICATOR, NOT THE TIRE. Much less mess , better coverage.

SPARTAN sui · 01-14-2016, 05:58 PM

^^^ I use the gel version of this that you can buy from Walmart. I don't like the applicator that comes with the product so I bought a 2 pack from chemical guys. It works AWESOME.

I've been using this stuff for 5 years, no complaints and no sling.

Clawson · 01-14-2016, 09:27 PM

Thanks guys...appreciate the info and pics! Used to be bad about not using the applicators till the sling really got on my nerves.

SSport16 · 01-14-2016, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glen e

I have never found a tire shine that is head and shoulders above others, and the Armour all stuff below works as well as any. But the real key to tire detailing is SPRAY THE APPLICATOR, NOT THE TIRE. Much less mess , better coverage.

Love Amorall! I use the regular kind, been using it for years, have tried a lot of products over the years, not messy, does not stay on for months and does not have silicone in it...awesome stuff!

SSport16 · 01-14-2016, 09:39 PM

I actuallu use some scotch brite pads that have a nice heavy foam side on them, works just as well as applicators, .97 for 2 at Walmart.

Clawson · 01-14-2016, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSport16

I actuallu use some scotch brite pads that have a nice heavy foam side on them, works just as well as applicators, .97 for 2 at Walmart.

Always scrubbing something this^ one!

Yeah applicators just a big word for "foam thingy"...Will try when/If the car is mine.

drivingagain · 01-15-2016, 11:55 AM

Glen I am surprised you pulled out armorall for this. I would have went with Meguier's tire gel shine purple in a applicator style bottle over armerall. Maybe I just hate armorall too much. Good diagram for tire applicator use though.

Tim Adams · 01-16-2016, 10:58 AM

I use Adams VRT. I am not a fan of glossy tires, this leaves a nice semi gloss black tire.

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/exteri...-dressing.html

Glen e · 01-16-2016, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drivingagain

Glen I am surprised you pulled out armorall for this. I would have went with Meguier's tire gel shine purple in a applicator style bottle over armerall. Maybe I just hate armorall too much. Good diagram for tire applicator use though.

I agree it used to be total crap, left my dashboard and interior and wheels Oily and glossy.

Obviously they got a change of management along the way, If i post its ok, its because i have used it , not some hip shoot, and it passes the test. Just counted on my detailing shelf, i hsve 5 dressings here! Blackfire, poorboys, carpro, armour all outlast (still crap) and the AA EXtreme. If I can always find a product at the auto parts store I'll do that and save shipping from auto geek. Which sometimes is Horrendous..

And all dressings essentially work the same, one application is a matte finish two applications is Gloss....

Adam's Polishes · 01-16-2016, 05:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim Adams

I use Adams VRT. I am not a fan of glossy tires, this leaves a nice semi gloss black tire.

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/exteri...-dressing.html

Thanks.......we also have Tire Shine it will leave your tires a little bit shinier than SVRT and it last longer.

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/exteri...ire-shine.html

Adam's Polishes is the Officially Licensed Car Care Product of Corvette & Camaro.

freddyD · 02-01-2016, 03:41 PM

I have heard all lot about Adams vrt think I'll try it next!

01-14-2016, 05:30 PM	#1
Clawson Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Texas Posts: 224	Tire Care Hey all, Just curious what everyone uses for tire care for the side wall to keep them looking new and black after a good car wash? I know somewhat that oil based stuff can be bad for the protective layer on the tire(such as tire shine) and can turn them brown quicker... School me.

01-14-2016, 05:50 PM	#3
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	I have never found a tire shine that is head and shoulders above others, and the Armour all stuff below works as well as any. But the real key to tire detailing is SPRAY THE APPLICATOR, NOT THE TIRE. Much less mess , better coverage. __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

01-14-2016, 05:58 PM	#4
SPARTAN sui PC Technician Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: North Dakota Posts: 2,161	^^^ I use the gel version of this that you can buy from Walmart. I don't like the applicator that comes with the product so I bought a 2 pack from chemical guys. It works AWESOME. I've been using this stuff for 5 years, no complaints and no sling. __________________

01-14-2016, 09:39 PM	#7
SSport16 Drives: 2016 Garnet Red Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: North Carolina Posts: 5,435	I actuallu use some scotch brite pads that have a nice heavy foam side on them, works just as well as applicators, .97 for 2 at Walmart. __________________ 2SS Camaro, Garnet Red, Adrenaline Red, NPP, MRC, A8, 5 Split Spoke Bright Silver Wheels (56W) 1100 Status - 7/24/15 (Ordered) 3800 Status - 10/13/15 (Built) 6000 Status - 12/22/15 (Delivered)

01-16-2016, 10:58 AM	#10
Tim Adams Drives: 2020 Elkhart Lake Blue 1LT Z51 C8 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Minooka, IL Posts: 621	I use Adams VRT. I am not a fan of glossy tires, this leaves a nice semi gloss black tire. http://adamspolishes.com/shop/exteri...-dressing.html __________________ Ordered-Hyper Blue 1SS, A8, NPP, 56W wheels Built 1/20/16 Delivered 2/12/16!! Sold 9/17/19 :( 2020 C8 ordered!! "The greatest sound in the world is a Rolls Royce Merlin over 100 inches" www.timadamsphotography.com

01-14-2016, 05:41 PM	#2
drivingagain Drives: 2015 Tiger XCX,2016 Camaro 1SS,LBZ! Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Palm Coast, FL Posts: 1,311	I use two different products. If worried about length of time the coating will be on it I use 303 protectant as it has a 40 proof sun blocker in it. This is recommended by a lot of upscale rv manufacturers due to long periods of time Rv's sit. I use this on my interrior and it is amazing how long it lasts. On my motorcycle it lasts about a month, daily driving in the weather of Florida. The other product I currently use because these tires will be toast before any cracks appear is Carpro PERL. This is supposed to last a while up to 3 months if you apply 3 coats. Doubt would cause any cracks as this is a very good professional product company the pro's use.

01-14-2016, 09:27 PM	#5
Clawson Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Texas Posts: 224	Thanks guys...appreciate the info and pics! Used to be bad about not using the applicators till the sling really got on my nerves.

01-15-2016, 11:55 AM	#9
drivingagain Drives: 2015 Tiger XCX,2016 Camaro 1SS,LBZ! Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Palm Coast, FL Posts: 1,311	Glen I am surprised you pulled out armorall for this. I would have went with Meguier's tire gel shine purple in a applicator style bottle over armerall. Maybe I just hate armorall too much. Good diagram for tire applicator use though.

02-01-2016, 03:41 PM	#13
freddyD Drives: 2020 rally green rs Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Naples Florida Posts: 1,159	I have heard all lot about Adams vrt think I'll try it next!

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