What kind of non slinging tire shine to use?
03-02-15, 07:17 PM
#31
Can't wait to try this stuff!
Haha, we have a very similar path lol. I used to like silicon based Meg Endurance Gel. Until I tried Tuf Tire Shine Coating (water based), I see many benefits of water based product. Also, Tuf Tire Shine lasts the longest (i believe it is permanently bond to the tire) comparing to many other products out there. I'm using Tuf Tire Shine exclusively for now. I have also tried OptiBond, Blackfire Tire Gel, they seem good but last only few weeks in rainy CA weather. Tuf Tire Shine, on the other hand, lasts months and still going strong in harsh CA sunny and rainy weather.
03-06-15, 10:33 AM
#32
I too have tried quite a few different ones. Thus far, I like Auto Finesse Tyre Gel and Optimum Opti-Bond. They give a right amount of wet shine, not too shiny like some others. Here is a picture of Opti-Bond. I use an applicator to apply and usually just let the car sit until it dries.
Last edited by 1111GS; 05-22-21 at 10:08 AM.
03-07-15, 05:34 AM
#33
^very important! great advice.
I always advise apply tire shine as thin as possible and adding multiple coats if needed. In any event, wait at least 30 minutes before driving, and always lightly wipe each tire to remove any excess product prior to driving. Regardless of if it is a water based dressing or silicone based dressing, if there is excess product on the face, it will sling.
I have since stopped using any silicone based tire dressings as I have found CarPro PERL to have a similar level of shine, but the water based formula is much nicer for many reasons.
-Zach
I always advise apply tire shine as thin as possible and adding multiple coats if needed. In any event, wait at least 30 minutes before driving, and always lightly wipe each tire to remove any excess product prior to driving. Regardless of if it is a water based dressing or silicone based dressing, if there is excess product on the face, it will sling.
I have since stopped using any silicone based tire dressings as I have found CarPro PERL to have a similar level of shine, but the water based formula is much nicer for many reasons.
-Zach
03-07-15, 12:24 PM
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I've used various off the shelf products with the last ones being Wipe New for tires and Tuff Shine. Was not impressed by them with the only exception being Meguiars Endurance gel but it never did last long. After reading this thread I ordered CarPro PERL because I favor the glossy shine instead of the subtle shine. It's still cold with lots of snow on the ground in my area so I'l wait it out before I try this product.
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