Anyone know of really good tire shine that gives that really really deep wet look but doesnt splatter down the side of the car when driving it? I had my white car all nice and clean only to see that a trip around the block left specks of tire shine all down it. I apply my shine by brush to prevent overspray but that doesnt seem to help.
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Re: Tire Dressing
I've never had a problem with splatter using Hot Shine Tire Gel, which is my favorite tire shine product. I've used several from various companies, including boutique brands, but I have settled in with Hot Shine Gel (not the spray....)
I apply it with a puck-style applicator and after it's applied to the entire tire I do a final swipe around the whole tire to pick up any excess and work it into the rubber a bit better.
I've never found a single dot of splatter on my silver car or seen any on other cars I have detailed.
Maybe you could try applying the tire shine a bit earlier (while you still have other things to do, like windows, interior, wax, etc... so it has more time to dry fully).
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Well, most will if you put too much on, which can happen with a brush.
Usually best results will come from cleaning the tire well.
Then applying, letting sit for a while like another other dressing, and then coming back with an old terry towel and wiping/blotting off excess. Really doesnt kill the shine much when I do it.2017 Subaru WRX Premium - WR Blue
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Originally posted by FinalTouchDetail View PostMaybe you could try applying the tire shine a bit earlier (while you still have other things to do, like windows, interior, wax, etc... so it has more time to dry fully).Am i obsessed?? A car is the second biggest financial investment for most people, why not keep it looking better than new?
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Originally posted by Murr1525 View PostThen applying, letting sit for a while like another other dressing, and then coming back with an old terry towel and wiping/blotting off excess. Really doesnt kill the shine much when I do it.Am i obsessed?? A car is the second biggest financial investment for most people, why not keep it looking better than new?
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Originally posted by gmitch23 View PostMaybe Meg's is different but when i use to wipe it down with an old terry it would dull it down a lot.
NXT Insane Shine is pretty darn glossy, but even it will dull down to some extent if you give it a final wipe down.
The problem with trying to achieve a really wet, glossy look is that most products really only achieve this while they are still wet. Of course, when still wet they'll get thrown off the tire as speed builds - sort of tricky to overcome the laws of physics here. So, you wipe 'em down. But then you lose some gloss. As with anything, it's a bit of a trade off.
Bottom line -
- any tire shine product will sling
- any tire shine product will not sling
It all depends on how you apply it and what you expect to get out of the look.Michael Stoops
Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.
Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.
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Originally posted by Michael Stoops View PostWiping down almost any product a while after applying it will dull down the shine.
NXT Insane Shine is pretty darn glossy, but even it will dull down to some extent if you give it a final wipe down.
The problem with trying to achieve a really wet, glossy look is that most products really only achieve this while they are still wet. Of course, when still wet they'll get thrown off the tire as speed builds - sort of tricky to overcome the laws of physics here. So, you wipe 'em down. But then you lose some gloss. As with anything, it's a bit of a trade off.
Bottom line -
- any tire shine product will sling
- any tire shine product will not sling
It all depends on how you apply it and what you expect to get out of the look.
Yes, it takes a bit more time, however, your tire dressing will adhere and soak in to the tire's rubber BETTER. Of course, always remove excess tire dressing, this will decrease the chance of slinging and accumulating dirt.
Two weeks ago I cleaned my tire (like mentioned) and then applied Meguiar's Hot Shine Tire Foam. Let it sit for 10 - 15 minutes to penetrate. Then wipe-off the excess. Just this morning, I did a touchless car wash, and my tires still have deep, satin finish. PREP is everything!
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