Do you shine up your tires or not. I have heard you are not supposed to because it can help deteriorate the tires faster, but in my experience my driving deteriorates tires faster than any product could. I like the matte no sling stuff, black car, the sling looks bad.

 

If you're not after that "wet" look, but rather a matte black, just break out the tire brush and keep them clean. This will ensure the longevity of the tire's life.

 

A lot of quality tire shine products now are made with conditioners and UV protectants that actually keep your tires in better shape than stock. My 2 favorites are Zaino and Optimum. Check with Detailed Image in the Detailing section for more options. I haven't found an over the counter product I like. I don't like the really shiny "shine", I prefer the matte finish.

 

I use this...



It doesnt sling at all if left to dry for 15 minutes. I usually apply it after I wash the car but before the final wipe down so it has time to dry. Basically looks like a clearcoated the sidewalls of the tires, I hate dull tires without gloss

 

I use black magic tire shine:


Spray it on, then wipe the tire lightly with a towel after so it's just a nice clean black, not a wet look.

 

Here's the process I use on SLICKS Michelins, I use Meguiar's Hot Shine Gel....let it sit for a while after applying then I wipe off anything/everything that might sling off leaving a very black but semi-gloss sidewall.
Gary

 

I always shine up my tires i feel the car doesnt look clean unless the rims and tires shine

 

nice too know.

 

Meguiar's Endurance Gel.

 

jus get the no wipe ones and call it a day. jus spray foam and thats it. nothing hard about it

 

Me too. I use Black Magic tire foam. I like the wet tire look, but it takes forever to dry (2-3 hours).

 

I use that exact same product and application method lol. But I always clean my tires before applying the spray. Also, I don't like that completely wet look so much, so I always apply it a day before a meet or something so it's semi-glossy.

 

actually the only down side is that it tends to attract dirt and oil easily. one little rub with ur finger and it makes it black, oily and dirty lol

 

zaino...not super glossy and no sling.

http://www.zainostore.com/Merchant2/...oduct_Count=16

 

If you want matte, use 303 Aerospace Protectant on them.