Best way to apply hyper dressing to tires

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Sure it has been covered, but I need a refresh on the best way to apply it. Spray it on the tires, let it soak, then give it a final wipe? Spray it on a tire applicator, then apply it? Best method for a even look, no sling.

Thanks for the refresh.
 
I used to spray whichever dressing I was using directly to the wheel. When I started using water based gels or liquids, I applied them directly to an applicator and haven't looked back since. I could never control the spray bottle enough I do have a 4:1 bottle of Hyper Dressing to mist in my engine bay. If I were to use Meguiar's HD on my wheels, I'd probably get the ratio I want or full strength and apply it with an applicator.
 
I dilute Hyper 50/50 and spray it directly on the tires. I let it sit for a while and setup then just wipe it with an applicator pad.
 
Ive started using D163 mixed with water as suggested by Dallas Auto Detailing and I spray it on the tire (real close and pull trigger lightly so it doesnt get on wheels) then wipe with my applicator of choice
 
I dilute it 1:1 and spray it on, wipe off after about 20 minutes. I'm about to quit using it though because I can't keep it from slinging. I talked to a detail shop a few days ago and he recommended using it undiluted to keep it from slinging. That's what I'm going to try next and if it's unsuccessful, I'll just quit using it on my tires.

I like how it looks and I have a gallon of it to use but my frustrations are running high with it.
 
I use this brush to apply hyper at 2:1 ratio. I take black electrical tape and wrap the base of the bristles really tight so that the bristles don't flare out. I typically spray on brush and apply. Bigger tires i also spray some on the tire as well.

Short Handle Tire/Wheel Brush
 
A lot of detailers will use Hyper Dressing because it's cheap. Durability = O first rain and its gone.
 
Justin at Final Inspection said:
I dilute Hyper 50/50 and spray it directly on the tires. I let it sit for a while and setup then just wipe it with an applicator pad.
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I gave this method a shot this morning. Just sprayed all the tires, then continued to dry off the vehicle. By then it set up really nice. Grabbed a old MF and gave the tires a final wipe down to even out the HD and remove any excess.
 
Eldorado2k said:
At $40 per gallon alot of people are too cheap to buy it...
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True, and even then almost half the price of something like Carpro Perl, which I would give a slight edge in durability, but not enough to justify the cost difference. I don't get sling with Hyper Dressing but I don't have the tire dripping wet and give it at least 1/2 hour to dry. If my wife was in labor (which would be something at our age) and we had to get to the hospital, I would say, "Hang on Honey" and hit the tires with a leaf blower to dry them faster to avoid sling.
 
pro 4x said:
I gave this method a shot this morning. Just sprayed all the tires, then continued to dry off the vehicle. By then it set up really nice. Grabbed a old MF and gave the tires a final wipe down to even out the HD and remove any excess.
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Good to hear. Hope it worked well for you.
 
I’ve used a ton of tire dressings and I find that hyper dressing DOES have OK longevity. It will outlast cheaper on the shelf products. In my case it lasts more than one rain. I buy the gallon and dilute it per instructions on the label. 1:1 hi gloss 2:1 shiny 3:1 matte 4:1 natural-I believe.

I do squirt some optimum tire gel in with my HD. Met many people who dilute 1:1. Great on engines.

I spray the tires down and move to the exterior windows. I come back about 2-4mins later and rub in with applicator then clean the overspray off the wheels.
 
Tuff Shine applicator with Chemical Guys VRP is the way to go for me.
 
I see many people opt to spray tire dressing on the tire. Doesn't this get tire dressing all over the wheels?

Dave
 
crovello said:
I see many people opt to spray tire dressing on the tire. Doesn't this get tire dressing all over the wheels?

Dave
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It does, but being a water based dressing it wipes right off the wheels.

I did take a short drive yesterday. When I got back I inspected the sides for sling. Did not notice any. Spraying the tire directly like I did, does use more product no doubt. Maybe next time I will spray HD on a tire applicator and apply it that way to see if that makes any difference. Another method that I have not tried yet is to buy a flagged tipped wheel brush, spray it on the brush, and apply it that way.
 
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