Tire Dressing/Shine
Drifting
Joined: Nov 2016
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From: Somewhere in the middle of Kansas
Can't say that I have ever heard that one before!! I know one thing though, with that Astroglide you can squeeze a Cadillac into a doghouse. 
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Instructor
Joined: Mar 2017
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From: Dublin, OH and Clyde, NC
Pro
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From: Travelers Rest, SC
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Instructor
Joined: Mar 2017
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From: Dublin, OH and Clyde, NC
Going to Cars and Coffee tomorrow so just went out and applied some, looks really good, seems to just enhance the black with no shine, probably doesn't hurt that the tires are brand new with only a few miles on them....will see how it holds up...thanks again
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2007
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From: Oswego IL
I switched to water-based Meguiar's and buy it in the big gallon size. You cut it with water to achieve the shine level you want. I cut it 1:1 for the tires, and I cut it more for interior and under-hood trim to get a semi-gloss sheen. It doesn't last as long on your tires as the silicone-based stuff, but that is what I want---something that dries quickly and doesn't sling all over my paint. Also much easier to remove when washing your car.
Drifting
Joined: Aug 2000
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From: Jefferson City MO
Here is a different idea. Sounds strange, but works. Once cleaned with Bleach white or the like, spray the tires down with Pledge furniture polish and wipe down. No more brown tires, good for the tires, no slinging gooey mess, pitch black - dull shine tires. It is cheap and also smells good. Just do not get caught raiding the wife's cleaning supplies! 
Safety Car
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: . New York
Yup, I'm with ya, never liked the "shiney rubber"....an oxymoron, prefer clean, black (but mat) tires.....
Drifting
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I agree with Lemon Pledge....I first saw this used years ago when detailers getting cars ready at the SEMA show were using Pledge on the tires. It works best if you spray the towel/applicator and then apply it to the tires to control the shine. IMO, it gives the perfect look for car shows, etc.
I also use Chadwicks and am very happy with the easy of application and look. There are a lot of good products out there, it really comes down to personal preference and availability.
I also use Chadwicks and am very happy with the easy of application and look. There are a lot of good products out there, it really comes down to personal preference and availability.
