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Old 04-27-2005 | 04:19 PM
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What Do Some Of You Guys Put On Ur Tires So That They Shine What Is The Best One That Wont Run And Splatter
Old 04-27-2005 | 04:22 PM
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i only use gel, it seems to work the best, last the longest, even in rain

meguires used to make it, i don't know if they still do
Old 04-27-2005 | 04:23 PM
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I just started using Mcguires NXT Spray Tire shine. It comes in a green aerosol can and works perfect. No runs, no splatter, quick drying and looks amazing. Here is a pic, not that good, but it shows the tire a lil

Old 04-27-2005 | 06:42 PM
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I use the Meguiars Endurance High Gloss gel, you can get it at AutoZone. This is the longest lasting stuff I think that's made.
Old 04-27-2005 | 06:52 PM
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Originally Posted by cthomas
I use the Meguiars Endurance High Gloss gel, you can get it at AutoZone. This is the longest lasting stuff I think that's made.
I second that! I apply it with the Eagle One "tire swipes".

For a spray, I like the Maguiars Hot Shine (Aerosol!).
Old 04-27-2005 | 06:57 PM
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I can't seem to use the sprays without getting some on the wheels, so I just spray a foam pad and then apply the shine to the tire... That stuff is a biotch to clean off of wheels!
Old 04-27-2005 | 07:12 PM
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Maguiars Hot Shine (Aerosol!). Same here, awesome stuff!!!!!!!!
Old 04-27-2005 | 07:26 PM
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that teflon stuff works damn well compared to some other stuff i tried. I didn;t think it would but no spatter spray on and thats it, no spots on my rims and no spray on my bumper. (i have the 2 worst colors for this) and it stayed on through the rain(friends gti not my car)
Old 04-27-2005 | 07:45 PM
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My favorite premium dressing is Zaino Z16. My favorite all purpose dressing is Meguiar's Natural Shine. My favorite budget dressing is original Armor All.

I ALWAYS apply tire dressing with tire swipes to ensure an even coat and to prevent any chance of sling.
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Originally Posted by cthomas
I use the Meguiars Endurance High Gloss gel, you can get it at AutoZone. This is the longest lasting stuff I think that's made.
That's what I use. I'm happy with the results.
Old 04-27-2005 | 08:22 PM
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I have been useing old foam wax aplicators (washed out of course) to apply the gel. They work well for me and I have a bunch of them lying around.
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Originally Posted by ZaneO
My favorite premium dressing is Zaino Z16. My favorite all purpose dressing is Meguiar's Natural Shine. My favorite budget dressing is original Armor All.

I ALWAYS apply tire dressing with tire swipes to ensure an even coat and to prevent any chance of sling.
That's the route I go, and it lasts for a long time. I just usually hit it with another coat of the Z16 before a show.


FWIW, a 2" paint brush works well too. Been using that for the last year and a half and don't have any problems with the dressing slinging off.
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Tropi-Care Silicone free tire dressing. Drys in about 2mins, and I have had it last over a month. Applied with the tire dressing applicator Tropi-Care has.
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poorboys natural look, no sling at all, wipe it on twice for a nice sheen.

use a yellow foam pad, cant stand the swipes, get better coverage in letters, edge of tread with the pad...

going to try the poorboys tire dressing soon.
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I think it's eagle one wet I use. I wipe it on don't spray it.
Old 04-28-2005 | 06:29 AM
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So many options but don't know which to choose.
Old 04-28-2005 | 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by cthomas
I use the Meguiars Endurance High Gloss gel, you can get it at AutoZone. This is the longest lasting stuff I think that's made.

Thats what I use too
Old 04-28-2005 | 09:31 PM
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I use Zaino Z-16

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I like 303 prtectant--Doesn't look greasy and lasts
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Tropicare came out with a new tire dressing. I hear it lasts a long time, I know one person that has had it on their tires for 2 months on their daily driver. I just got some to try out so I'll put it to the test


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