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Tire products that don’t shine?

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by Da Voke, Jun 7, 2020.

  1. Jun 7, 2020 at 4:13 AM
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    Da Voke

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    Looking for the “new tire” look. Basically nice clean rubber without the artificial shine that most tire products result in. Does such a thing exist?
     
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  2. Jun 7, 2020 at 4:33 AM
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    303 aerospace protectant. Goes on slightly shiny and dries making the tires look new.

    Edit: Mine after i sprayed them last night. Soaks in very well
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  3. Jun 7, 2020 at 9:02 AM
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    Carpro Perl can be diluted down so you can adjust how much shine you get. In my opinion it gives you more of a natural look.
     
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  4. Jun 7, 2020 at 6:25 PM
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    Try Pledge furniture polish. No, I'm not kidding. Its silicone and water. Leaves a dark, matte natural rubber look and doesn't attract dirt or dust. I've been using it for the last year and am pretty happy with it. Plus its cheap.
     
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  5. Jun 8, 2020 at 2:42 AM
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    Nothing in there that can damage paint with overspray or wheels ?
     
  6. Jun 8, 2020 at 4:38 AM
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    i am seeing mixed reactions to using a product with silicone in it on tires. Some say it’s safe while others say it will breakdown the rubber. So :notsure:
     
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  7. Jun 8, 2020 at 4:58 AM
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    I've used it a couple of time now and I really like it.
     
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  8. Jun 8, 2020 at 7:52 AM
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    Best stuff you can buy. Read the reviews and dries to the touch, so no sling.
     
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    I use this, it’s cleaner only, keeps tires looking like new rubber, no shine at all, it also removes stains that you usually can’t see, a must for raised white letters. Used to be called westley’s bleach white.

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    I use this also. Not a shiny look. Lasts well.
     
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    None that I know of.
     
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    Pledge doesnt have petroleum distillates like some silicone tire shines so it doesn't build up and cause damage. Just black satin tires.
     
  13. Jun 8, 2020 at 6:31 PM
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    FWIW, I would recommend that you use something that is good for the rubber from which the sidewalls of your tires are made.
    I, like you, do not like the shiny, gloss look of many tire dressings.
    I have used 303 for more than 15 years. I love the stuff, it is good for the rubber, is low sheen, and is easy to apply.
    In an effort to keep up with the times. I saw a glowing review for a product called Trim Serum (TS) (a product by a company named Lithium Auto Care) about a year ago on some YouTube video. I decided to give the Trim Serum a try. Trim Serum is supposed to be good for all plastic and rubbers, last longer than any other product of this type, and help protect those surfaces from UV rays.
    I must say that the TS product does last a lot longer than 303 in keeping the tires black and hydrophobic. I have only applied it twice as I plan on coating my tires (two sets) and plastic bits once a year. (As opposed to 303 which I apply 3 times a year.) Sadly, the TS is thick (think Karo syrup) which makes it hard to apply. It also is shiny for a week or two after you apply it.
     
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    Excellent product ! :thumbsup:
     
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    Nice garage floor. How does it hold up? Any issues with it?
     
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    i am going to order some to try out.
     
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    Thanks. Did it last winter and I’ve had zero issues, no scratches or chips. I bought the kit from epoxy-coat.com
     
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    :thumbsup:
     
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    303 is my usual product.
     
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