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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 06:03 PM
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I am interested in what is the preferred tire dressing (NO Gloss, please).
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 06:08 PM
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Stoner makes a product that works pretty well....key with any of the products though is to allow tires to dry fully before driving.
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 06:16 PM
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There was a post like this recently in the detail section. As I recall, most liked Zainos treatment or Adam VRT. I have used Adam's and I like it but trying Zainos on my next purchase. Most of the time I run natural.
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 06:33 PM
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Zaino tire dressing.

Low gloss and it dosen't sling off.
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 07:10 PM
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[QUOTE=Dave S;1569655690]Stoner makes a product that works pretty well...QUOTE]

That's Stoner's More Shine Less Time.
It like it on some of my cars, but I prefer to apply Meguiar's #40 (Vinyl & Rubber Cleaner/Conditioner) on my Corvette tires. It deepens the black with just a little sheen. For me, it's just right.
I also use it on the weatherstripping.
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 08:30 PM
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stoner spray is a personal favorite.
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 08:36 PM
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303 Aerospace Protectant
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 08:37 PM
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303 Protectant. Use it on tires, weatherstrip, spoiler, door panels etc. Leaves a nice finish, not sticky, not too glossy. I believe Ace Hardwares stock it. If not marine supply houses carry it as well as the fabric protectant for convertibles.
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Zaino Z16.
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I've been using the C-Magic Tire Finish from the Corvette Museum Store and have been pleased.
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Originally Posted by JerriVette
stoner spray is a personal favorite.
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Originally Posted by STEVE MC
Zaino tire dressing.

Low gloss and it dosen't sling off.
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Armor-all, then a quick wipe with a dry rag.
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Originally Posted by STEVE MC
Zaino tire dressing.

Low gloss and it dosen't sling off.
Originally Posted by ChefMark
Me too.
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Old Apr 10, 2009 | 09:32 PM
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Another for Zaino Z16.

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Zaino and 303 are both very good, I have used both.
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Stoners is good, but Mequiars Insane Shine is the best I've used.

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[QUOTE=easyrider13;1569656354]
Originally Posted by Dave S
Stoner makes a product that works pretty well...QUOTE]

That's Stoner's More Shine Less Time.
It like it on some of my cars, but I prefer to apply Meguiar's #40 (Vinyl & Rubber Cleaner/Conditioner) on my Corvette tires. It deepens the black with just a little sheen. For me, it's just right.
I also use it on the weatherstripping.
Same Same.
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Originally Posted by Dave S
Stoner makes a product that works pretty well....key with any of the products though is to allow tires to dry fully before driving.
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Old Apr 11, 2009 | 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by rdm1465
Armor-all, then a quick wipe with a dry rag.
Yeah, what's wrong with Armor-all low gloss?
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