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im looking for a tire dressing that gives a shine not a wet look. i dont want to use gel because it slings on the side of the car after applying. any ideas of products helpful...
 
Check out Megs Hyper Dressing. The DP gel doesn't sling IME also.
 
My favorite is Griot's Vinyl and Rubber Dressing. Nice clean look. Not fake and shiney.
 
I know WG tire black diamond is a gel, but it's awesome. A bit pricey, but it gives a nice glow and I've never had it sling.:xyxthumbs:
 
Personally, I prefer no treatment whatsoever, just clean tires. I know different folks have different expectations and when doing for a customer it's practically expected. I'm not a pro, so I do as I please. But it is a good way to cover up dirty tires. As a tire chain spokesman here in Orlando used to say "tires ain't purdy". I get a laugh when I see the local pimpmobile goin' 'round here with super glossy brown tires.
 
Tyrod said:
Personally, I prefer no treatment whatsoever, just clean tires. I know different folks have different expectations and when doing for a customer it's practically expected. I'm not a pro, so I do as I please. But it is a good way to cover up dirty tires. As a tire chain spokesman here in Orlando used to say "tires ain't purdy". I get a laugh when I see the local pimpmobile goin' 'round here with super glossy brown tires.
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:goodpost: Especially the uneven-greasy brown ones.:laughing: I prefer very clean tires, well dressed with a good quality tire dressing. Just my personal preference. Certain dressings seem to prolong the time it takes for the tire to get dirty and brown again.
 
I've been using a sample bottle of the Pinnacle one for a couple washes now and have been happy with it. No sling and a nice finish that is black and not overly shiny (don't like that super shiny look). I just put one coat on super thin and let the car sit overnight after and it seems to cure just fine.
 
flyinion said:
I've been using a sample bottle of the Pinnacle one for a couple washes now and have been happy with it. No sling and a nice finish that is black and not overly shiny (don't like that super shiny look). I just put one coat on super thin and let the car sit overnight after and it seems to cure just fine.
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Optimum Opti-bond gel actually dries really fast and stays put. I was impressed with this when I used it for the first time a couple weeks ago. It dried faster than any other water based (white) dressing that I have used.

Optimum Opti-Bond Tire Gel, Tire gel protectant, OPT Tire Dressing Gel, protect tires, optibond tire gel

Cobra Flex Foam Tire Dressing Applicators 3 Pack

If you are hell bent on not using a gel, Optimum also has a spray tire dressing. The new formula is VERY similar in looks to the Optibond gel.

Optimum Tire Shine is a glossy, protective tire dressing for all exterior rubber trim, tires & moldings. Get the optimum shine on your car's tires!
 
Wolfgang Black Diamond is a gel, but doesn't sling, and lasts long through washes. However, I find that with any gel, an even application with only a small amount of dressing and waiting at least an hour before driving, eliminates any sling.
 
DP tire gel, its inexpensive and drys to the touch.
 
NewXJ said:
im looking for a tire dressing that gives a shine not a wet look. i dont want to use gel because it slings on the side of the car after applying. any ideas of products helpful...
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Don't really know the correct way to differentiate between shine and sheen as it relates to "dressed-out" tires.....But to me: shine equates to bright, glossy, sparkling and highly reflective; while sheen equates to a more muted ("different levels" of matte, if you will), and being less glossy and lustrious. I, too, do not like, as was so previously eloquently depicted: the "wet-look".

-First of all, make sure your tires are clean. (Don't worry if you can't remove all of the browning. This is called "blooming"...a natural occurrence from the antiozonants tire manufacturers incorporate into the tires, supposedly for increasing their life cycle. Each time the tires roll some of this antiozanant comes to the surface. The longer between the tires being cleaned, the more "blooming" you'll see.)
-Most tire manufacturers recommend NO DRESSINGS, just cleaning on a regular basis.
-But if one insists on using tire dressings, they recommend water-based only.
-Based on how I perceive the desired level of "sheen/matte-ness" looks on different makes of tires: I use either 303 AP, Lexol's VinylX, or Meguiar's Hyperdressing
-After application, I'll gently wipe off any residue and allow sufficient drying (very nominal with either of these) before driving.

The most economical of the above three, IMO, is the Meguiar's Hyperdressing. It can be diluted up to 4:1 for the particular level of sheen that you perceive or desire.

Keep in mind that tire dressings will "cover-up" the "blooming"/browning and are just temporary. How long they last depends on driving habits and the enviroment, among other conditions.

Hope this is of some help....:)

Bob
 
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FUNX725 said:
Don't really know the correct way to differentiate between shine and sheen as it relates to "dressed-out" tires.....But to me: shine equates to bright, glossy, sparkling and highly reflective; while sheen equates to a more muted ("different levels" of matte, if you will), and being less glossy and lustrious. I, too, do not like, as was so previously eloquently depicted: the "wet-look".

-First of all, make sure your tires are clean. (Don't worry if you can't remove all of the browning. This is called "blooming"...a natural occurrence from the antiozonants tire manufacturers incorporate into the tires, supposedly for increasing their life cycle. Each time the tires roll some of this antiozanant comes to the surface. The longer between the tires being cleaned, the more "blooming" you'll see.)
-Most tire manufacturers recommend NO DRESSINGS, just cleaning on a regular basis.
-But if one insists on using tire dressings, they recommend water-based only.
-Based on how I perceive the desired level of "sheen/matte-ness" looks on different makes of tires: I use either 303 AP, Lexol's VinylX, or Meguiar's Hyperdressing
-After application, I'll gently wipe off any residue and allow sufficient drying (very nominal with either of these) before driving.

The most economical of the above three, IMO, is the Meguiar's Hyperdressing. It can be diluted up to 4:1 for the particular level of sheen that you perceive or desire.

Keep in mind that tire dressings will "cover-up" the "blooming"/browning and are just temporary. How long they last depends on driving habits and the enviroment, among other conditions.

Hope this is of some help....:)

Bob
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I disagree. I think its very important to get rid off all the browning or 'blooming' on the tire before applying a dressing. You will get better durability from the dressing as well as a more uniform coat. This is especially true with any dressing that is going to penetrate into the rubber. The browning is oxidation and IME should be removed as best as possible.
 
I too would get rid of the browning. If you don't you can clearly see it through whatever tire shine you choose.
 
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