What tire shine is everyone using?

RussV · 11-09-2023, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by FrankMstein

Meguiers?

Meguiars

c1pher · 11-09-2023, 08:21 PM

allinon72 · 11-11-2023, 08:17 AM

I've used Opticote, Perl, OG Tire Dressing, plain 303. All work fine, but lately I've just focused on keeping the tires clean and uncoated. I've not found a spray yet that gives me a sufficiently matte finish.

alex2112 · 11-11-2023, 09:52 AM

I'm still using Meguiar's Endurance gel. Been using it since I think 2001. Love how you can apply and then wipe it down to a dark matte finish without gloss. Also lasts a long time and has a nice grape smell.

whofelt · 11-11-2023, 10:08 AM

Cover all, this stuff is the best

LDT · 11-11-2023, 06:53 PM

https://www.zainostore.com/product/Z-16.html
It’s the best matte non glossy look.

pokerface · 11-11-2023, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by R BMW

I don't like the look of super shiny or slimy tires. I have been using this product with good results.
Ceramic Tire Dressing

I have the non ceramic (older) version of this. pretty good.

chris719 · 11-11-2023, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by allinon72

I've used Opticote, Perl, OG Tire Dressing, plain 303. All work fine, but lately I've just focused on keeping the tires clean and uncoated. I've not found a spray yet that gives me a sufficiently matte finish.

Adam's VRT is pretty matte. I mean, any more matte and it looks terrible IMO. You can just rub it with a microfiber towel right after application to knock it down if needed.

TboneS54 · 11-12-2023, 12:35 AM

I use vinyl/rubber protectant (like meguairs or 303) and it leaves a matte, but dark and healthy or "new tire" look I would say. Any left over residue gets absorbed too unlike tire shine products I've tried in the pasT.

Meg's #57 is my preferred for tires. 303 for exterior trims/plastics, but works well on tires too.

Wynnsiensheng · 11-12-2023, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by TheMidnightNarwhal

I like my CarPro PERL diluted 1:1 . It's true it won't last an extreme long amount as it is water based (I usually maintenance wash my car every 1-3 weeks) but it seems to survive some rain as when I go back to clean it I can see the tire is still hydrophobic and still has a slight layer. It's not as rich either by then but you know, you can still see some darkening effect so to say.

Maybe I should try Dark side to but I do enjoy how cheap and simple it is to apply my current Perl. I use Perl in other areas as well like engine bay dressing, interior dressing, external plastics.

I also use on my rubber floor mats 😁

Raimo5 · 11-12-2023, 06:43 AM

Perl, 1:1. Because it goes on nicely, leaves a good finish, is water based and last but not least, it comes off quickly with a right detergent.

visionaut · 11-12-2023, 08:58 AM

I use a lot of Sonax products inside and out, and use their Tire Gloss Gel.
I like how I can dial-in the amount of gloss (with no sling), how long it lasts, and how it doesn’t ‘brown’ my tires.

Westside Guy · 11-12-2023, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by R BMW

I don't like the look of super shiny or slimy tires.

This why I like Perl which gives my tires a classy satin finish and in my opinion isn’t super shiny.

///M Power-Belgium · 11-12-2023, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by G35POPPEDMYCHERRY

meduiers spray

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Originally Posted by FrankMstein

Meguiers?

Meguiar's

chris719 · 11-12-2023, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Westside Guy

This why I like Perl which gives my tires a classy satin finish and in my opinion isn’t super shiny.

It’s good, but just like all the water based dressings it’s done after one storm.

Westside Guy · 11-12-2023, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by chris719

It’s good, but just like all the water based dressings it’s done after one storm.

With 2 coats I average 2-3 heavy rains.

louielouie · 11-12-2023, 08:09 PM

I used Perl for a long time. Switched to Adam's VRT after Scott HD's testing.

Jbrown7403 · 11-12-2023, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by whofelt

Cover all, this stuff is the best

Agree on Cover All! Great stuff!

FrankMstein · 11-14-2023, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

Meguiar's

I am not noted for my sPellIng.

Dagstar · 11-14-2023, 11:36 AM

I've been using Adam's Tire Shine, low gloss almost satin finish.

jsf721 · 11-15-2023, 03:40 AM

I encourage you to use a water based tire dressing so you don’t crack your sidewalls. Learned the hard way.

chris719 · 11-15-2023, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by jsf721

I encourage you to use a water based tire dressing so you don’t crack your sidewalls. Learned the hard way.

The idea that all solvent carrier dressings will do this is a myth. UV will do this, and tire dressings vastly overstate their UV protection.

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allinon72 Brigadier General 5087 Rep 3,874 Posts Drives: 20' M2C, 23' X1 Join Date: May 2017 Location: Indianapolis, IN iTrader: (3)	I've used Opticote, Perl, OG Tire Dressing, plain 303. All work fine, but lately I've just focused on keeping the tires clean and uncoated. I've not found a spray yet that gives me a sufficiently matte finish.
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11-11-2023, 09:52 AM	#26
alex2112 Lieutenant 75 Rep 491 Posts Drives: 2025 BMW M340i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: MA iTrader: (4)	I'm still using Meguiar's Endurance gel. Been using it since I think 2001. Love how you can apply and then wipe it down to a dark matte finish without gloss. Also lasts a long time and has a nice grape smell.
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11-11-2023, 10:08 AM	#27
whofelt Lieutenant 412 Rep 485 Posts Drives: 2022 M550ix Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: California iTrader: (0)	Cover all, this stuff is the best Attached Images __________________ 2022 BMW M550 Xdrive (stock).
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LDT Colonel 2987 Rep 2,192 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 M60i Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: The SC Lowcountry iTrader: (0)	https://www.zainostore.com/product/Z-16.html It’s the best matte non glossy look. __________________ 2024 X5M60i-- Skyscraper/Ivory 2020 Cayenne replaced by ^^ 2017 X5 35d--still in my diesel phase 2015 GL350--diesel burner and highway Queen 2013 Audi S6--yr. 1 of switch from V10 to V8
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TboneS54 YNWA 1353 Rep 1,062 Posts Drives: '04 M3 6MT, '11 M3 DCT, '22 X7 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SoCal iTrader: (2)	I use vinyl/rubber protectant (like meguairs or 303) and it leaves a matte, but dark and healthy or "new tire" look I would say. Any left over residue gets absorbed too unlike tire shine products I've tried in the pasT. Meg's #57 is my preferred for tires. 303 for exterior trims/plastics, but works well on tires too. __________________ /// 2004 Silvergrey M3 · Coupe · 6MT · Slicktop · zero options /// 2011 Jerez/Bamboo E90 M3 · DCT · Slicktop · IG: @na.s54
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11-12-2023, 06:43 AM	#33
Raimo5 Captain 436 Rep 789 Posts Drives: BMW 740d xDrive (G11) Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: Estonia iTrader: (0)	Perl, 1:1. Because it goes on nicely, leaves a good finish, is water based and last but not least, it comes off quickly with a right detergent.
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11-12-2023, 08:58 AM	#34
visionaut Major 1518 Rep 1,046 Posts Drives: 2016 435iX GC & 1976 2002 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Mile High City, CO iTrader: (0)	I use a lot of Sonax products inside and out, and use their Tire Gloss Gel. I like how I can dial-in the amount of gloss (with no sling), how long it lasts, and how it doesn’t ‘brown’ my tires.
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11-12-2023, 08:09 PM	#39
louielouie Major 810 Rep 1,273 Posts Drives: '18 F80 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (13)	I used Perl for a long time. Switched to Adam's VRT after Scott HD's testing.
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11-14-2023, 11:36 AM	#42
Dagstar First Lieutenant 496 Rep 313 Posts Drives: 2014 F31 M Sport Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: CT iTrader: (1)	I've been using Adam's Tire Shine, low gloss almost satin finish.
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11-15-2023, 03:40 AM	#43
jsf721 Captain 1164 Rep 935 Posts Drives: 2019 540i X M Sport Join Date: May 2019 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (0)	I encourage you to use a water based tire dressing so you don’t crack your sidewalls. Learned the hard way.
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