Patches

I use Zaino Z-16 Perfect Tire Gloss to get that rich, black, satin look. Keeps tires looking great but not glossy.

Toque

I have used a ton of different tire products over the years. All of the other products we high gloss and oily. They ALL attracted dust and over time would build up on the tire in the little grooves/lines in the sidewall. Eventually it would start to leave little grease spots down the size of my Z06.... I only dust my Z06, so I would have to remove the tire/wheel and wash them in the back yard to get the crap off of them and out of the sidewall groves.

Then I found Zaino Z-16 "Perfect Tire Gloss"! . It has that name for a reason. It actually dries on the tire, and its a VERY clean looking semi gloss look. It is not oily, or wet. It does not attract dust, and will not build up dirt in the sidewall of the tire. It will also not spew its remains down the side of your corvette...

I found the perfect tire shine for me...

Toque

NC99

I've been using Zaino Z-16 for years and it is by far the best I have ever used (all Zaino products for that matter). A little bit goes a long way and as seen in the above pics, can't beat the end product.

ROJ#79

MSG C5

I was at a show a few weeks ago where one guy actually spread Armor All not only on the tire sidewalls, but also over the treads of the tires to make them look cleaner. When he drove off, he left tire marks!

renegad44

OK, that looks good.

Where can I get "Zaino Z-16 Perfect Tire Gloss?" I don't recall seeing that around, is it special order, or, store bought?

O4-/-C5

Who sells Zaino Z-16?

Patches

http://www.zainostore.com/

iced98lx

Pretty much amazing stuff... use it on hoses and what not too.

bucwheat

I like the satin shine look.

7thgeneration

[URL="http://www.proautogear.com/Products/303-Aerospace-Protectant__303AEROPROT.aspx"] Try this stuff it is very popular in the boating industry. Leaves a nice satin finish. 303 Aerospace Protectant.

time4prime2shine

LOVE ADAMS stuff...and used the VRT for along while..but gotta admit...went back to the SHINE...vrt just leaves it lookin ...dull....SHINE is the way...love the GEL out now though....not the spray that flips off

EStreeter

Zaino Z-16 is the best. Use it on any rubber surface. Its great and it won't rub off on you if you happen to lean into a wheel when looking at soemthing under the hood.

Toque

Be sure to wash all the old oily crap off your tires before putting on the Z-16.

Toque

Armedruby

Never really thought about it...just know I don't like dirty....I'll bite and try the Zaino...just placed an order

cthusker

I simply spray it on a round wax applicator pad and run it around the tire. No fuss no mess and nothing on my rims! Takes me about 1 min to do all 4 wheels.. You can use the wax applicator over and over because it doesn't matter if it gets dirty. When done using it just toss it away! I like 303 because it's so easy and fast to use... it dries in minutes and looks great...

Black04Z06

I've been using Stoner's More Shine with good results. I'll have to try the Z-16 now.

JVM225

Another vote for Zaino Z16. I'm not a Zaino addict by any means, I actually prefer another product for my car's finish, but I've found their Z16 to be perfect for that nice clean no sling matte finish. A little goes a long way too. I'm also a big fan of their Z9 and Z10 leather care combo. My only complaint is their shipping costs. It probably works out if you are buying lots of stuff from them, but gets a little pricey when all you need is another bottle of Z16. I ordered two bottles last time to ease the cost a bit.

0Detailed Image

If you really want a matte finish I highly recommend the 303 Aerospace Protectant. It's a great UV protectant that looks great on rubber, vinyl, plastic and so much more.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

Greg @ Detailed Image

Novat_99

Another vote for Zaino Z-16...no sling & durable