Best tire shine?

calvino · 11-11-2006, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by petesamprs

Anyone ever used this: http://www.meguiars.com/?tire-care/Hot-Shine-Tire-Foam

It's a white foam that you spray on and in about 5-10 minutes it dissolves onto the tire. I'm curious to know how people compare this to Black Magic, which everyone seems to love.

is great but the foam sometimes is a pain in the ass

bmw · 11-11-2006, 09:42 AM

Megs Gold Class Endurance High Gloss Version. Black Magic slings like CRAZY.

remmib · 11-11-2006, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by bmw

Megs Gold Class Endurance High Gloss Version. Black Magic slings like CRAZY.

Thats what I use too

dmboone25 · 11-11-2006, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Krockit

Hows the fling on Black Magic? I've been using Meguiar's insane shine and it is lasting and has great wet look but the fling is constant. Wipe a fender, take a drive and it's back once you get home.

Yeah, definitely let the tire dry for a couple hours before applying- makes all tire dressings last way longer.

I agree--the Meguiar's is good, but does spin off some. I too, have had better luck by drying the tires before applying--really does a number on the towel though, so I always use the same one.

BK · 11-11-2006, 06:52 PM

I use the Zaino stuff applied with a sponge and I'm a fan.

dmboone25 · 11-14-2006, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by calvino

is great but the foam sometimes is a pain in the ass

You're right--many times I have to clean the edges of the wheel off again, as the foam will leave streaks/spots if you dont. It also sucks a little to have to wait on it to dry, where the Insane spray from Meguiars comes out almost like spray paint and dries very quickly. I use the foam when I know the car is going to get dirty within a few days, it does not seem to last as long anyway.

dmboone25 · 11-14-2006, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by BK

I use the Zaino stuff applied with a sponge and I'm a fan.

Does that give you the shiny, wet look? Or is it more subtle? I am more a fan of the shiny look....

BK · 11-14-2006, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

Does that give you the shiny, wet look? Or is it more subtle? I am more a fan of the shiny look....

It's not for you, then -- it is more subtle, which I prefer. It makes the tires a "light to medium" shine, a nice deep black, and lasts a long time. Zaino says you can add a second layer for a wetter look, but I don't think it will look as wet as it sounds like you want.

nmulax · 11-14-2006, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by BK

I use the Zaino stuff applied with a sponge and I'm a fan.

+1

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

Does that give you the shiny, wet look? Or is it more subtle? I am more a fan of the shiny look....

Zaino's definetely a more matte look. Looks great, last long, doesn't get flung all over the fenders... but if you want the glossy wet look, it's not for you.

NFS13 · 11-14-2006, 05:24 PM

Black magic Titanium - high gloss wet, no fling. Unless you leave it on thick.

dmboone25 · 11-17-2006, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by NFS13

Black magic Titanium - high gloss wet, no fling. Unless you leave it on thick.

Spray on or with a sponge?

NFS13 · 11-17-2006, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

Spray on or with a sponge?

Its a gel.

dmboone25 · 11-18-2006, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by NFS13

Its a gel.

Cool--so you can put it on w/ a cloth or sponge, i suppose? Do they have this at most stores (WalMart) or do I need to go to a place like AutoZone? Thanks.

NFS13 · 11-18-2006, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by dmboone25

Cool--so you can put it on w/ a cloth or sponge, i suppose? Do they have this at most stores (WalMart) or do I need to go to a place like AutoZone? Thanks.

I think I got it at Target or Autozone.

wuufer001 · 11-21-2006, 08:46 AM

i prefer the matte look than the shiny one.
any recommendations for the matte look? cause i've been trying to find that kind of applicant but don't know where to find, they are mostly for the shiny/wet effect.

BK · 11-21-2006, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by wuufer001

i prefer the matte look than the shiny one.
any recommendations for the matte look? cause i've been trying to find that kind of applicant but don't know where to find, they are mostly for the shiny/wet effect.

Dude, you've got to read more of the thread. Get the Zaino stuff.

NFS13 · 11-21-2006, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by wuufer001

i prefer the matte look than the shiny one.
any recommendations for the matte look? cause i've been trying to find that kind of applicant but don't know where to find, they are mostly for the shiny/wet effect.

A matte finish will usually be a water based product that does not last long. If you wash the car every week than this should not be a problem. Mequires Mirror Glaze Vinyl & rubber #40 is excellent. Mequires is sold in most auto / retail stores.

wuufer001 · 11-21-2006, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by NFS13

A matte finish will usually be a water based product that does not last long. If you wash the car every week than this should not be a problem. Mequires Mirror Glaze Vinyl & rubber #40 is excellent. Mequires is sold in most auto / retail stores.

even if i wash the car that regularly won't the tires kinda go brownish color or like start 'cracking'?

NFS13 · 11-21-2006, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by wuufer001

even if i wash the car that regularly won't the tires kinda go brownish color or like start 'cracking'?

Not if the tires are clean before you apply a new product the first time. Usually a browning is caused by product over product or product over dirt. There are rare cases that a certain product with a certain tire will seem more brown than black, in that case you clean the tire and try again.

wuufer001 · 11-22-2006, 11:21 AM

gotcha thnx

shragon · 11-22-2006, 12:53 PM

i like the matte look, rather than the totally wet look. i use stoner brand "more shine, less time, for tires". stuff is pretty cheap and available at most auto stores. however, make sure you spray it on an applicator pad, rather than directly on the tire, or you will find tire shine all over your car since it's an aerosol can.

i don't like the gels, silicon spray stuff, etc... since most of those have the tendency to fling off onto your paint. i also don't like the foam stuff as it winds up getting all over your wheels.

wuufer001 · 11-23-2006, 12:51 AM

have been trying to look for one of those and ending up buying turtle wax's tire applicator gel/thick liquid with sponge and don't really like it cause it's color is clear and easily end up on the outer of the wheels, then brake dust comes and just blackens the wheels on the edge.

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