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Jkeith
07-19-2005, 07:17 PM
Can anyone recommend a tire dressing that the occasional dirt road will not totally gum up so you almost need to power wash and scrub and start over?
Also one that lasts a half decent amount of time.
Jkeith
07-19-2005, 07:20 PM
Can anyone recommend a tire dressing that the occasional dirt road will not totally gum up so you almost need to power wash and scrub and start over?
Also one that lasts a half decent amount of time.
Sorry Guys Wrong Forum - I am new to this - do not know how to fix it.
Black Ice
07-19-2005, 07:54 PM
NO problem, we will take care of it.
02EnvoySLE Guy
07-19-2005, 09:30 PM
What kind of "look" do you like? Really glossy, or just a matte black with little or no "sheen"??
If you don't like a lot of gloss, I'd grab (yes I know guys, another Meguiar's product) a bottle of the Meguiar's Endurance Tire Gel, and apply it with an Eagle One Tire Swipe. Just make sure not to get the High Gloss version of the Endurance because it doesn't work very well, and sometimes can sling. Not so with the regular product; I love the normal variety.
If you like more gloss, I'd try to find either some Stoner's More Shine Less Time for Tires, or Eagle One WET tire dressing. As long as you aren't in the habit of not washing your truck often, any of these will keep the tires looking nice and black for 2-3 weeks. I have never had any huge "gumming" problems with any of the aforementioned.
I'm also a fan of Meg's Hot Shine, and NXT Insane Shine; but again it depends on what look you like and are going for. :m2:
Jkeith
07-19-2005, 09:40 PM
Thanks - I have had good luck with Maguires wax products - I will find this one.
02EnvoySLE Guy
07-19-2005, 09:54 PM
Thanks - I have had good luck with Maguires wax products - I will find this one.
I was going to suggest a vendor, but then I realized you're in Canada. Canadian Tire maybe/probably has it? :undecided
deathbynosleep
07-19-2005, 11:11 PM
yeah i use the eagle one wet shine on my tires and use scrub pads to keep the letters white. Make sure you wash your driveway if you get any on the blacktop...it will stain.
02EnvoySLE Guy
07-20-2005, 12:07 AM
yeah i use the eagle one wet shine on my tires and use scrub pads to keep the letters white. Make sure you wash your driveway if you get any on the blacktop...it will stain.
what kind of scrub pads? Anything too abrasive can gradually destroy the tires.... :m2:
jimmyjam
07-20-2005, 12:38 AM
what kind of scrub pads? Anything too abrasive can gradually destroy the tires.... :m2:I personally use a brush, like the ones you use to scrub a shower with.
deathbynosleep
07-20-2005, 08:11 AM
what kind of scrub pads? Anything too abrasive can gradually destroy the tires.... :m2:
Like sos pads. I don't rub the whole tire with them, just over the letters to keep them white.
bluenvoy03
07-20-2005, 08:23 AM
I personally get free tire dressing from Planet Toyota Dealership around here they have special liquid almost looks like WD-40, but is not. Then you take a bottle or plastic jug cut the top corner off. Depending if you have factory or aftermarket tires sizes will vary. Find a paint brush for wood or interior paint, and get the right width of your tire wall. Now apply around 2-3 times and have an easy, perfect coat. No more rubbing abrasive pads or sponges, yuck what a mess! I got this technique from my friend who is a Car Dealership Porter and I'm sure this is the best way, I mean come one they dress like 100 tires a day, that is the best way...
Envoy Fan
07-20-2005, 12:21 PM
I personally get free tire dressing from Planet Toyota Dealership around here they have special liquid almost looks like WD-40, but is not. Then you take a bottle or plastic jug cut the top corner off. Depending if you have factory or aftermarket tires sizes will vary. Find a paint brush for wood or interior paint, and get the right width of your tire wall. Now apply around 2-3 times and have an easy, perfect coat. No more rubbing abrasive pads or sponges, yuck what a mess! I got this technique from my friend who is a Car Dealership Porter and I'm sure this is the best way, I mean come one they dress like 100 tires a day, that is the best way...
Does this "special liquid" stay on or does it sling off as you are driving away :undecided
02EnvoySLE Guy
07-20-2005, 01:27 PM
Like sos pads. I don't rub the whole tire with them, just over the letters to keep them white.
Hmm... yeah even at that I think I would switch to an all-purpose cleaner and some paper towel for that purpose (or, if it were me, I'd grab a q-tip and a red shop rag. :m2:
The cleaner in SOS pads is some harsh stuff.
02EnvoySLE Guy
07-20-2005, 01:32 PM
I personally get free tire dressing from Planet Toyota Dealership around here they have special liquid almost looks like WD-40, but is not. Then you take a bottle or plastic jug cut the top corner off. Depending if you have factory or aftermarket tires sizes will vary. Find a paint brush for wood or interior paint, and get the right width of your tire wall. Now apply around 2-3 times and have an easy, perfect coat. No more rubbing abrasive pads or sponges, yuck what a mess! I got this technique from my friend who is a Car Dealership Porter and I'm sure this is the best way, I mean come one they dress like 100 tires a day, that is the best way...
Wow do you have alot to learn. Head over to autopia.org and start a post describing exactly what you just said here. Sit back and wait, I'm sure you'll get schooled.
Thinking that car dealerships are the best simply because they detail in volume is VERY backwards thinking. Think about what a dealership is: they are trying to move cars off the lot -- get people to buy them. In order to do this they must make the cars look as attractive as possible. They aren't worried about durability or quality since they don't have to look at it again after it's sold. Volume detailers and "lot porters" use really agressive products to remove any defects that can't be covered up, and use lots of oils and fillers in glazes and waxes to make a car look good for the short week or so it will be sitting on the lot. The minute you take the car through a carwash, it looks MUCH worse than it did sitting there. And the dealer/detailer? They could care less. They are left standing there counting your money. That's not what detailing is.
:m2:
Blulytes
07-20-2005, 01:52 PM
Agree...
When we picked up my wife's tahoe earlier this month, they had not even cleaned the roof. This is for delivery of a BRAND NEW WHITE VEHICLE. The roof had Black splotches all over it... how did these kids think I wouldn't notice.
They wanted us to leave it with them for another hour or until they could get around to cleaning it. Basically I told them to call my local detailer and arrange payment and detailing for the Tahoe. Cost them $220!
02EnvoySLE Guy
07-20-2005, 02:20 PM
Agree...
When we picked up my wife's tahoe earlier this month, they had not even cleaned the roof. This is for delivery of a BRAND NEW WHITE VEHICLE. The roof had Black splotches all over it... how did these kids think I wouldn't notice.
They wanted us to leave it with them for another hour or until they could get around to cleaning it. Basically I told them to call my local detailer and arrange payment and detailing for the Tahoe. Cost them $220!
When I first test drove my Envoy, I was already pretty sure I was going to get it after doing the mechanical inspection and seeing how nicely it drove. I ran it through a tunnel wash (yes, a swirl factory) to get all the "lot oil" off. At the other end I got out, and the truck had practically changed color from when I entered :eek: and I saw quite a few deep paint defects that wouldn't be easily removable. They were livable though, so I just used that as leverage to get the price down a couple hundred extra bucks :D
bluenvoy03
07-20-2005, 03:50 PM
The tire dressing is the best, it stays on for weeks similar to "butter" you may have seen at import/truck shows for sale. You have to leave sit for at least an hour after applying and wipe off excess and stays on, nothing come off on the truck... :)
ENVOY2LOW43
07-20-2005, 04:08 PM
When I first test drove my Envoy, I was already pretty sure I was going to get it after doing the mechanical inspection and seeing how nicely it drove. I ran it through a tunnel wash (yes, a swirl factory) to get all the "lot oil" off. At the other end I got out, and the truck had practically changed color from when I entered :eek: and I saw quite a few deep paint defects that wouldn't be easily removable. They were livable though, so I just used that as leverage to get the price down a couple hundred extra bucks :D
Same with my Envoy, when I got home, I did all the detailing myself. I wouldn't trust the detailer at the dealership. :no: I am very picky on what i use on my trucks paint. :D
I used to use a product made by Turtle wax called Tire wax ... It was the best stuff ... I put it on with one of the tire applicators by Eagle One ... wipe it on and away you go ... I did my neighbors tires once and it lasted about a month and he only uses the drive thru at the station every 2 weeks when he fills up ... I finally ran out a month ago and can not find any around my area any more (south Florida) ... If anyone knows were I can find some it would be appreciated ... I have tried several others and have not found one anything like it yet ...
02EnvoySLE Guy
07-20-2005, 09:11 PM
I used to use a product made by Turtle wax called Tire wax ... It was the best stuff ... I put it on with one of the tire applicators by Eagle One ... wipe it on and away you go ... I did my neighbors tires once and it lasted about a month and he only uses the drive thru at the station every 2 weeks when he fills up ... I finally ran out a month ago and can not find any around my area any more (south Florida) ... If anyone knows were I can find some it would be appreciated ... I have tried several others and have not found one anything like it yet ...
I hate to be the one to break this to you - they discontinued the Tire Wax. I used to use it as well, one of the only Turtle Wax products I actually liked. :( I've been using the Meguiar's stuff since then, it's the closest thing I have found to it.
I have gone on the site and see it is still listed there ... I have put in a request to the company on the status and it's availability from them ... keeping my fingers crossed it really is some awsome stuff ...
02EnvoySLE Guy
07-20-2005, 11:36 PM
I have gone on the site and see it is still listed there ... I have put in a request to the company on the status and it's availability from them ... keeping my fingers crossed it really is some awsome stuff ...
It is? Hmm....
I guess I just have not seen it around here then (maybe it isnt distributed to where I get my supplies)
Jkeith
07-22-2005, 04:50 PM
Tried the Mcguire's and I'm loving it "Endurance" version. Looks great _ I do some dirt roads and the really shiny stuff just doesn't work great for me...
thanks Guys
inphoenix
02-18-2006, 09:16 PM
I finally listened to my father, :hail: he gave something called 303 aerospace protectant. He's been using it for years on his vehicles and RV ( 40 ft diesel, his pride and joy) I was shocked when I was done.
Try it www.303products.com (http://www.303products.com) the RV crowd swears by the stuff. My tires and rubber/plastic look great. When I traded the 2003 for the 2006, they were made believers too.
ScarabEpic22
02-19-2006, 02:23 AM
So, use 303 on the plastic too?? I use it on my boat upholstry because it is in the sun most of the days in the summer. I will try that on my TB tires and plastic tomorrow if I wash it!:D
ltz03
02-19-2006, 02:55 PM
I use meguires endurance for my tires, I clean the tire, apply a good ammount to it and let it sit for a while, I do it overnight then i clean my truck the next morning, after i wash the truck rub the tires with a cloth to shine this way it will keep the dtuff from splattering onto you truck and you will have a new and shinny tire its not really glossy but it looks really good and this will last a log time about 4-5 weeks and dirt really does not stick to it
Spong
02-20-2006, 09:33 AM
More Shine Less Time
http://www.mslt4tires.com/
I totally love this stuff and it's the best if you have white letters. I've tried just about every type of dressing on the market and I love MSLT. It's not greasy or thick and goopy like many products. It sprays on clear and very easily.
On my black wall vehicles I use the Zaino Tire Dressing applied to a wax applicator and wiped on.
I also use Trim Shine for all the exterior plastic parts and it can be used on interior plastic as well. http://www.trimshine.com/
Full Product Line
www.moreshine.com (http://www.moreshine.com)
Great products!! :thumbsup:
Steve
blautens
02-20-2006, 09:53 AM
*Sigh...*
I miss Turtle Wax's Tire Wax...didn't sling off, just the right finish, lasted a long time...and didn't get on your wheels or paint since it wasn't a spray. I should've bought it by the case.
That's the only reason I don't try the More Shine Less Time - I know Stoner makes good product, but sprays mean you wipe it off your wheels, get it on your driveway, can't use it when it's windy, etc...
Spong
02-20-2006, 10:01 AM
That's the only reason I don't try the More Shine Less Time - I know Stoner makes good product, but sprays mean you wipe it off your wheels, get it on your driveway, can't use it when it's windy, etc...
Since you have blackwall tires, have you tried the Zaino Tire Dressing? I apply it to a was applicator and wipe it on. No spray problems and lasts very well.
blautens
02-20-2006, 10:04 AM
I suppose I could try that. But good news. I just found a place that claims to have 81 bottles of Turtle Wax Tire Wax left. So I bought two cases.
http://www.midwayautosupply.com/detailedproductdescription.asp?13215
The Internet - it's not *just* for porn. :)
Spong
02-20-2006, 10:09 AM
Congrats!
I've never cared much for Turtle Wax myself but if you've had good experience with it then go for it!
blautens
02-21-2006, 11:51 AM
I've not been a huge fan of any of their other products...the only one I'd buy is the Tire Wax...and UPS just emailed me that 18 pounds worth of it is on the way from Texas...it's like gold, I tell you...GOLD! :weird:
Hey, it's the little things I have to hang my hat on...the rest is going poorly.
Spong
02-21-2006, 12:09 PM
:thumbsup: 18 lbs of tire dressing. :laugh: :rotfl: :laugh:
Spong
03-03-2006, 11:24 AM
blautens, I was just at an auto parts store the other day and they have Turtle Wax tire wax on the shelf still!
blautens
03-03-2006, 02:39 PM
blautens, I was just at an auto parts store the other day and they have Turtle Wax tire wax on the shelf still!
Figures...:duh:
Hey, if it returned to market, I'd be a happy camper though - as it is I'm thinking "Did I buy too much? Will it go bad? Or did I buy too little? Will it run out?"
About 3 months ago, I spent an evening driving to about 10 auto parts stores (as well as looking solid for the past year or so every time I'm in ANYTHING that sold it), and once I saw they'd removed the product from the website, I figured any opportunity was a good one.
I *love* my case of Tire Wax! I cautiously parted with one bottle to my anal retentive friend who details his car lovingly every weekend and he loves it now, too.
Of course, the first bottle was free...but the next is gonna cost him dearly. (Get him hooked first, then soak him!)
Spong
03-03-2006, 02:43 PM
:rotfl: :laugh: :rotfl: :laugh:
BLK60SS
03-03-2006, 03:02 PM
I used to use meguire NXT extreme tire shine but I hated that I always got overspray on the body...right after I waxed it:mad: Now I use armoral tire gel. It's great, high shine, doesn't pick up dirt, and best of all....its not a spray so it doesn't go everywhere in a gust of wind. Best 8 bucks ever!
WBH SS
03-05-2006, 07:39 AM
More Shine Less Time
http://www.mslt4tires.com/
I totally love this stuff and it's the best if you have white letters. I've tried just about every type of dressing on the market and I love MSLT. It's not greasy or thick and goopy like many products. It sprays on clear and very easily.
On my black wall vehicles I use the Zaino Tire Dressing applied to a wax applicator and wiped on.
I also use Trim Shine for all the exterior plastic parts and it can be used on interior plastic as well. http://www.trimshine.com/
Full Product Line
www.moreshine.com (http://www.moreshine.com)
Great products!! :thumbsup:
Steve
:iagree: Great stuff! I buy it by the case. Stoner allows you to mix and match their products by the case online. Their "Invisible Glass" works great, too!:thumbsup: