Which tire protectant?

[rijndael]

I use Chemical Guys Vinyl, Rubber, Plastic Protectant. It's not messy/slingy.

 

[willbur]

All rubber will bloom naturally. Sometimes it’s white. But removing it isn’t harmful. As for the UV part, I don’t know. But the brown looks terrible so I like to remove it. I’ve never had tire life shortened by applying 303, which itself is a UV protectant.

I checked- its an antiozonant that protects tires from ozone, not UV

 

[Wylie6G72]

I've tried a lot of different products over the years, most of them create the glossy shine I like, but none of them last and most of them collect dirt and turn the tires brown. Some of them couldn't even withstand a touch-free wash. My most recent products shown here. Not impressed with either one of them. I've gone back to 303, and that's probably where I'll stay. Not a super glossy finish, but they stay looking good for a much longer time and it doesn't turn them brown.

 

[midnightlaundry]

Just got a can of Meguiar's Hot Shine Foam..
I've had Spray Bottle stuff but it's thick and takes a lot to cover each Wheel.
I think I'm back on Spray Foam. It's way easier..

 

[50yr Street Mech]

I tried a few different ones. I prefer the Meguiar's over all of them. Use it on my wheel barrow tires too. They take a beating in the sun, and those are really cheap junk tires. Start cracking after one season. I put a tube in them to get more " mileage" out of them . LOL

 

[greaseguy15]

I’ve been digging the Meguiars hyperdressing lately for tires and plastic trim. I double dilute the ready to use bottle so the tires aren’t too shiny which I prefer. Still leaves a sheen on interior and exterior plastics. Unfortunately it doesn’t seem super durable but I don’t mind doing a wipe down after a wash.

 

[JoelB]

I'm a big fan of chemical guys silk shine applied with one of their foam blocks. Low gloss and it doesn't sling when applied properly.

 

[Sequoiasoon]

Here's a pic of one of my tires:

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Bummer on that pothole impact. Tires look good though.

 

[Marcozi]

Bummer on that pothole impact. Tires look good though.

Thanks! The mix is a result of trial and error.

 

[bighead2586]

Chemical Guys VRP is good (only thing of theirs I've ever liked). Easy to find, not too expensive, and matte finish. Works well on plastic trim and tires.

 

[MCPO117]

Not interesting in tire dressing, per say, but in tire protectant. Is 303 still the best option? Anything better? I drive my 2011 about once a week and put less than 2000 miles on it last year. Tires will DEFINITELY age out before wearing out but I wouldn't mind buying some time if possible.

I was told, via a YouTube video about how to take care of ceramic coated vehicles, that the key to preventing wheel sling is to properly clean your tires before applying tire dressing. I imagine it is about how well you wipe off the dressing. Maybe using compressed air and a brush together will do the trick removing the excess. in the past I had good luck with Chemical Brothers

 

[nomas]

So , all of these products are safe for painted wheels ? That's my bigger concern .

 

[Mainia]

303. I like how it makes the tire look natural. Not a fan of a glossy sheen on a tire.

Would call it a matte finish?

 

[Professor Gascan]

I like Stoners "More Shine Less Time". I spray it on a tire applicator sponge and not directly on the tire. It leaves a bit of gloss but fades to a nice even matte black in a day or two.

 

[Toy4x4]

Would call it a matte finish?

I would.

 

[Revving2Redline]

I like the Chemical Guys Valvoline Restore and Protect. Vinyl Rubber and Plastic! Just used today on the plastic black trim that faded, brought back a moist black look and feel to the areas. Its water based too. I would look into it, has UV protection, easy to apply, smells amazing too. Ive only used their Leather Smell spray prior but this is legit. If i was ever a tight wad, its only usually me buying detail products on sale or clearance.

 

[RobbS]

The very best. My favorite.
The BLUE cap

 

[Samurai1225]

CarPro Perl

 

[Tundragod]

I was told, via a YouTube video about how to take care of ceramic coated vehicles, that the key to preventing wheel sling is to properly clean your tires before applying tire dressing. I imagine it is about how well you wipe off the dressing. Maybe using compressed air and a brush together will do the trick removing the excess. in the past I had good luck with Chemical Brothers View attachment 314584

This thing makes my tires brown after it wears off.

 

[meep]

CarPro Perl

Just tried this. It’s standing up well but goodness, I put the minimal amount on to cover and get in all the cracks and then it slung for 3 days. Khaki pants go black right now as I step out of the truck. Whats the secret to application?