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Old 11-24-2008, 09:16 PM
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What is a very good tire product to use on these run flat tires ? I'm using Wolfgang tire gel now,but it takes forever to dry....Thanks
Old 11-24-2008, 09:18 PM
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Originally Posted by dardenken
What is a very good tire product to use on these run flat tires ? I'm using Wolfgang tire gel now,but it takes forever to dry....Thanks
I use tire wet. I put it on before I wash the car. This way the car never gets splashed with the product when you drive.
Old 11-24-2008, 09:25 PM
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i use a adams product, it the best thing i've ever found. its pvt or something like that. lasts really long and drys quickly.
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I've used Meguiars Hot Shine for years and it will not sling.
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Thanks i will try tire wet,but who makes it ? there are a lot of different vendors.
Old 11-24-2008, 09:51 PM
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Clean with a sponge and Simple Green. Wipe down with towel.

Spray with Natural Pledge and let dry. Don't wipe it. Just walk away. Results in natural look that is not greasy. Does not attract dust or dirt.
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I like Zaino's Z16. I also recently bought a tire treatment from Chemical Guys, but haven't had a chance to try it out yet.
The main thing is to make sure you scrub the tires clean and rinse them well before applying any product. Next, make sure you use a product that doesn't sling.
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Originally Posted by Mez
Clean with a sponge and Simple Green. Wipe down with towel.

Spray with Natural Pledge and let dry. Don't wipe it. Just walk away. Results in natural look that is not greasy. Does not attract dust or dirt.
Really..Pledge as in furniture polish?
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Originally Posted by Mez
Clean with a sponge and Simple Green. Wipe down with towel.

Spray with Natural Pledge and let dry. Don't wipe it. Just walk away. Results in natural look that is not greasy. Does not attract dust or dirt.
Very cool idea!
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Stoner's Tire Shine.....
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i have tried about everything from pledge to detailer stuff and even transmission fluid back in the day but i just started trying mcguires "Hot Shot" about 2 weeks ago.
I was suprised that it didnt attract dust or wear off after a few weeks.
Nice product but then again Mcguires products are all pretty good and available about anywhere. regards, paul
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Originally Posted by saplumr
I've used Meguiars Hot Shine for years and it will not sling.


I give it a slight wipe with a shop rag just in case.
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I use "Search Tab" works great on tires and other parts . Other than that, I use NXT insane tire shine which works great, no fling, and last a long time.
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Originally Posted by johnodrake
Stoner's Tire Shine.....
...with Big John..
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Zaino's Z16. Great stuff, no sling, doesn't give that wet look.
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I've used Zaino Z16 for 12 years...you can't beat it. But - regardless of what you use...the tire has to be clean before application.
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Where do you buy the Zaino products at ?? Thanks

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Originally Posted by dardenken
Where do you buy the Zaino products at ?? Thanks
Google is your friend: http://www.zainostore.com
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Thanks,i will go there.
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Originally Posted by JJC5
Really..Pledge as in furniture polish?
Yes. Been using it for years for tires, Use it also on anything rubber or vinyl in the interior such as door panels, dash, engine compartment, wheel wells, etc. The Natural Pledge is the yellow can and its sold at Home Depot and Lowe's. Give it a try.


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