best tire gel and best wheel/rim cleaner/ sealent
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best tire gel and best wheel/rim cleaner/ sealent
hey guys! what do you guys recommend for tire gel? i dont like using sprays as they usually get onto the wheel and get it all oily and stuff. or does brand not really matter for tire gel?
i was hoping to find something that makes them look black black but doesnt wear off either, like a longer lasting coating
also i have the 20's on my car with the silver/grey rims (i dont think that matters) but do you guys recommend any wheel cleaner? or doesnt really matter too much
i was also hoping to find some type of sealent or idk some type of spray that i can apply to the wheels after they are cleaned so that they repel brake dust, and road dust / debris etc., any recommendations for that?
thanks
i was hoping to find something that makes them look black black but doesnt wear off either, like a longer lasting coating
also i have the 20's on my car with the silver/grey rims (i dont think that matters) but do you guys recommend any wheel cleaner? or doesnt really matter too much
i was also hoping to find some type of sealent or idk some type of spray that i can apply to the wheels after they are cleaned so that they repel brake dust, and road dust / debris etc., any recommendations for that?
thanks
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I've used these 2 and LOVE THEM. Adams Tire Shine
https://adamspolishes.com/collection...m-s-tire-shine
and I think I actually prefer Sonax Tire Gloss Gel, but it doesn't smell as good as Adams (smells like banana taffy)
https://www.autogeek.net/sonax-tire-gloss-gel.html
https://adamspolishes.com/collection...m-s-tire-shine
and I think I actually prefer Sonax Tire Gloss Gel, but it doesn't smell as good as Adams (smells like banana taffy)
https://www.autogeek.net/sonax-tire-gloss-gel.html
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A LOT of tire shine products contain petroleum distillates and actually dry out/grey out the tire over time. Personally I use 303, which is water based and actually 'hydrates' and protects the tire. BUT - it is not glossy nor does it last long, both of which I'm fine with but to each their own.
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A LOT of tire shine products contain petroleum distillates and actually dry out/grey out the tire over time. Personally I use 303, which is water based and actually 'hydrates' and protects the tire. BUT - it is not glossy nor does it last long, both of which I'm fine with but to each their own.
"SONAX Tire Gloss Gel is not a tire dressing, but a rubber cleaner and conditioner that penetrates and revives the rubber particles of your tires. SONAX Tire Gloss Gel is rich in specially engineered silicone, achieving an intense, semi-gloss, showroom shine. Tires will look like new! SONAX Tire Gloss Gel even brings out the brilliance on weather-worn tires."
Thanks in advance...
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Is this bad then, both of these? "Adam’s Tire Shine is a silicone-based"... and
"SONAX Tire Gloss Gel is not a tire dressing, but a rubber cleaner and conditioner that penetrates and revives the rubber particles of your tires. SONAX Tire Gloss Gel is rich in specially engineered silicone, achieving an intense, semi-gloss, showroom shine. Tires will look like new! SONAX Tire Gloss Gel even brings out the brilliance on weather-worn tires."
Thanks in advance...
"SONAX Tire Gloss Gel is not a tire dressing, but a rubber cleaner and conditioner that penetrates and revives the rubber particles of your tires. SONAX Tire Gloss Gel is rich in specially engineered silicone, achieving an intense, semi-gloss, showroom shine. Tires will look like new! SONAX Tire Gloss Gel even brings out the brilliance on weather-worn tires."
Thanks in advance...
Yes, generally speaking silicone does not belong on tires.
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https://www.carwashcountry.com/is-ti...bad-for-tires/
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A LOT of tire shine products contain petroleum distillates and actually dry out/grey out the tire over time. Personally I use 303, which is water based and actually 'hydrates' and protects the tire. BUT - it is not glossy nor does it last long, both of which I'm fine with but to each their own.
2 Years later, I'm still on the 1st pad, it lasts so long a gave a few away.
Another interesting thing I did, I replaced wipers that were about 2 years old, kept the old ones, washed them, put them in the bag the new ones arrived in and sprayed them down with 303. A year later, one of the new wipers developed a split on the blade, I remembered I had the old one with the 303, it is like new. This stuff is not petroleum based and works wonders. I personally so not like the greasy oily look on tires which are actually dangerous if you take a turn to hard. Riding on oil, (ask me how I know)
I like the product that much I purchased 32oz. bottle. Should last me years. Again, a little goes a long way. Spray the pad, not the tire. Want shine, let dry, give another wipe. Oh, and NOTHING gets on the Rims....
Last edited by Nice Ride; May 13, 2020 at 10:28 PM.
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I've used 303 Protectant for years on anything rubber or vinyl. Does a great job on boat seats and non-leather vehicle dash, etc.
As an fyi, they also make a 303 Fabric Guard that is great for boat covers, boat bimini tops, grill covers, Sunbrella fabric patio furniture, etc. Restores water repellancy and provides UV protection.
As an fyi, they also make a 303 Fabric Guard that is great for boat covers, boat bimini tops, grill covers, Sunbrella fabric patio furniture, etc. Restores water repellancy and provides UV protection.
