Hate shiny tires
05-16-2009, 05:07 AM
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Many tyre manufacturers (Goodyear, Michelin, etc) have issued technical service bulletins advising against the use of tyre dressings containing DMS silicone.
The difference between water and solvent based is in the carrier system used. Solvent based products use a hydrocarbon silicone to suspend the product. When you apply it, the solvent evaporates leaving the dressing's active ingredients (silicone oil) behind; this type of silicone leaves a high gloss shine and will repel water longer but it is non-biodegradable.
Most high gloss products are based upon (DMS) for vehicles fitted with ceramic brakes and / or pads. PDS silicone products are not recommended as it can contaminate the pads and render them ineffective
For more information see Good Silicone, Not So Good Silicone
The difference between water and solvent based is in the carrier system used. Solvent based products use a hydrocarbon silicone to suspend the product. When you apply it, the solvent evaporates leaving the dressing's active ingredients (silicone oil) behind; this type of silicone leaves a high gloss shine and will repel water longer but it is non-biodegradable.
Most high gloss products are based upon (DMS) for vehicles fitted with ceramic brakes and / or pads. PDS silicone products are not recommended as it can contaminate the pads and render them ineffective
For more information see Good Silicone, Not So Good Silicone
Last edited by TOGWT; 05-16-2009 at 05:54 AM.
05-22-2009, 08:59 PM
#42
05-23-2009, 07:50 AM
#43
Former Vendor
Bright Tires :
Poorboys Bright and Bold
Stoners More Time Less Shine (Aerosol)
Pinnacle Onyx Tire Gloss (GEL)
Matte Tires :
303 Protectant
Poorboys Natural Look
Einszett Tire Dressing
Optimum Optibond
www.autogeek.net
Poorboys Bright and Bold
Stoners More Time Less Shine (Aerosol)
Pinnacle Onyx Tire Gloss (GEL)
Matte Tires :
303 Protectant
Poorboys Natural Look
Einszett Tire Dressing
Optimum Optibond
www.autogeek.net
