Detailing your MR2 Tire Shine

PHOENIX · 03-29-2006, 05:57 PM

everytime i use a tire shining product, it works great while sitting there but when i drive it, it flings everywhere and gets on my paint. Anyone know if this stuff is bad for paint?

N8s93turbo · 03-29-2006, 07:05 PM

it works best if you run a sponge over it after its applied, or appy it with a sponge. Lasts longer and doesnt fling everywhere.

bufferdan · 03-29-2006, 09:45 PM

Yea...and if you need to just go over it with a old microfiber after you apply it

PHOENIX · 03-29-2006, 09:47 PM

thanks

is this stuff bad for paint?

N8s93turbo · 03-29-2006, 09:51 PM

it wont harm the paint if you wash your car normally. If you leave it on there for an extended amount of time then i donno.

PHOENIX · 03-29-2006, 09:53 PM

okay, as long as its not like brake fluid and 1 drop gets on there and your screwed. Again, thanks for the info

ALLSHOTUP · 03-29-2006, 10:36 PM

I like my tires to look very black and to not have a whole lot of shine. There for I will spray the Meguiar's dressing on the tire and let it sit for an hour or so before wiping it down. This way I allow it to be absorbed into the rubber.

Eric

wallcrawlr · 03-30-2006, 09:04 AM

With all tire products you have to let them sit a bit to "dry" or wipe off the excess.

Cuz as you know itll splatter otherwise.

I use this:

It really works good and last awhile.

Also for a quick application, Ill use this.

I really like all the Mequirs NXT products.

N8s93turbo · 03-31-2006, 10:19 PM

I just bought the NXT tire cleaner about 15min ago.

91T_SW20 · 04-01-2006, 02:58 PM

^^^ As I said in the title this is by far the BEST Tire shine I've used..

And I have used all types of shines to find the best overall wet black look and soemthing that doesn't slick off or wash away when it rains..

I've used all meguiar tire shine even their gel.

This one totally out performs all of them. I've been getting alot of praises and asked many times how do i get my tires to look the way they do and stay that way.

Go find them at your local store.

MR2TRD1 · 04-01-2006, 05:06 PM

I read on a Subaru forum that these products actually weaken the side wall of the tire when they are first applied. Alot of guys who do mountain runs had alot of experiene and testing to prove it. It was an interesting article..I'll see if I can find it.

wallcrawlr · 04-01-2006, 06:37 PM

good comments on an armor all product?

thats unexpected

ThereoncewasamanfromNantucketWhosecockwassolonghec ouldsuckitHesaidwithagrinWipingspermfromhischinIfm yearwasa****Icould****it!

bufferdan · 04-01-2006, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 91T_SW20

^^^ As I said in the title this is by far the BEST Tire shine I've used..

And I have used all types of shines to find the best overall wet black look and soemthing that doesn't slick off or wash away when it rains..

I've used all meguiar tire shine even their gel.

This one totally out performs all of them. I've been getting alot of praises and asked many times how do i get my tires to look the way they do and stay that way.

Go find them at your local store.

Thanks for the info! I'll give it a try next time... Armorall Extreme Tire shine has been my favorite so far...but im willing to try this too

G3aR · 04-03-2006, 07:05 PM

when i put on tire shine, i usually put it on at night, so that way it has all night to dry before i drive teh car again the next morning

blue-sun · 08-14-2006, 03:31 PM

I use Meguiars Hyper Dressing in a 3:1 ratio.

it's a water based dressing, so it won't sling as much or attract dust as much.

While my MR2 isn't daily driven, I have seen 6 weeks out of an application of HD.

I apply it to the tire, then spray an addition 2 sprays to a terry cloth applicator pad and wipe the tire down.

It's not easily found in stores, I buy it buy the gallon concentrated.

Good stuff!

TheAmazingDave · 10-26-2006, 04:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 91T_SW20

^^^ As I said in the title this is by far the BEST Tire shine I've used..

And I have used all types of shines to find the best overall wet black look and soemthing that doesn't slick off or wash away when it rains..

I've used all meguiar tire shine even their gel.

This one totally out performs all of them. I've been getting alot of praises and asked many times how do i get my tires to look the way they do and stay that way.

Go find them at your local store.

I vouch for this stuff. I use it on my Deuces and truck. It's a gel so it goes on smooth and thick and it doesn't fling everywhere when you drive.

The shine lasts so long that after the tires and car get dirty, all you have to do is wash them off and the tires are still shiny.

Like the Meguiar's tire shine, it comes with an applicator sponge thing-a-mabob.

PeStVic · 10-26-2006, 07:50 AM

just find the tire shine you like best. and then buy those tire shine aplicators its like 2 bucks for two. and it a rounded sponge. works perfect for me.

blue-sun · 10-26-2006, 03:28 PM

99.9% of tire shine on the market is silicone based, this means that any dust will be attracted to it, the potential for sling-off is higher and the longevity isn't as good as a water based product. Not to mention it's greasy feeling.

Just a little FYI.

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PHOENIX Beams Owners Group Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: On Hiatus....... Posts: 9,266 Thanks: 92 Thanked 292 Times in 224 Posts Blog Entries: 1 My Google Map iTrader Rating: (49/100% )	Tire Shine everytime i use a tire shining product, it works great while sitting there but when i drive it, it flings everywhere and gets on my paint. Anyone know if this stuff is bad for paint? __________________ - Dave I'm moving so I need to downsize my collection/hoarding of MR2 Parts. Check out the for sale section to see what I have available!

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91T_SW20 Midship Runabout Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NorCal Posts: 591 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	This is the best ! ^^^ As I said in the title this is by far the BEST Tire shine I've used.. And I have used all types of shines to find the best overall wet black look and soemthing that doesn't slick off or wash away when it rains.. I've used all meguiar tire shine even their gel. This one totally out performs all of them. I've been getting alot of praises and asked many times how do i get my tires to look the way they do and stay that way. Go find them at your local store.

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N8s93turbo TEAM A.S.S. RACING Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Mississippi/Pennsylvania Posts: 2,450 Thanks: 5 Thanked 26 Times in 16 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (14/100% )	it works best if you run a sponge over it after its applied, or appy it with a sponge. Lasts longer and doesnt fling everywhere.

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bufferdan CHEESEEE!! Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 191 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	Yea...and if you need to just go over it with a old microfiber after you apply it

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PHOENIX Beams Owners Group Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: On Hiatus....... Posts: 9,266 Thanks: 92 Thanked 292 Times in 224 Posts Blog Entries: 1 My Google Map iTrader Rating: (49/100% )	thanks is this stuff bad for paint?

03-29-2006, 09:51 PM	#5 (permalink)
N8s93turbo TEAM A.S.S. RACING Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Mississippi/Pennsylvania Posts: 2,450 Thanks: 5 Thanked 26 Times in 16 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (14/100% )	it wont harm the paint if you wash your car normally. If you leave it on there for an extended amount of time then i donno.

03-29-2006, 09:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
PHOENIX Beams Owners Group Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: On Hiatus....... Posts: 9,266 Thanks: 92 Thanked 292 Times in 224 Posts Blog Entries: 1 My Google Map iTrader Rating: (49/100% )	okay, as long as its not like brake fluid and 1 drop gets on there and your screwed. Again, thanks for the info

03-29-2006, 10:36 PM	#7 (permalink)
ALLSHOTUP Cage Fighter Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: MARS HILL Posts: 857 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post My Google Map iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	I like my tires to look very black and to not have a whole lot of shine. There for I will spray the Meguiar's dressing on the tire and let it sit for an hour or so before wiping it down. This way I allow it to be absorbed into the rubber. Eric

03-30-2006, 09:04 AM	#8 (permalink)
wallcrawlr :^) Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: MN Posts: 315 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	With all tire products you have to let them sit a bit to "dry" or wipe off the excess. Cuz as you know itll splatter otherwise. I use this: It really works good and last awhile. Also for a quick application, Ill use this. I really like all the Mequirs NXT products.

03-31-2006, 10:19 PM	#9 (permalink)
N8s93turbo TEAM A.S.S. RACING Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Mississippi/Pennsylvania Posts: 2,450 Thanks: 5 Thanked 26 Times in 16 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (14/100% )	I just bought the NXT tire cleaner about 15min ago.

04-01-2006, 05:06 PM	#11 (permalink)
MR2TRD1 pimpin' valet ;-) Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 2,180 Thanks: 1 Thanked 37 Times in 34 Posts iTrader Rating: (19/100% )	I read on a Subaru forum that these products actually weaken the side wall of the tire when they are first applied. Alot of guys who do mountain runs had alot of experiene and testing to prove it. It was an interesting article..I'll see if I can find it.

04-01-2006, 06:37 PM	#12 (permalink)
wallcrawlr :^) Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: MN Posts: 315 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	good comments on an armor all product? thats unexpected ThereoncewasamanfromNantucketWhosecockwassolonghec ouldsuckitHesaidwithagrinWipingspermfromhischinIfm yearwasa**Icould**it!

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G3aR I love Lamp Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: back in MN baby! Posts: 947 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (1/100% )	when i put on tire shine, i usually put it on at night, so that way it has all night to dry before i drive teh car again the next morning

08-14-2006, 03:31 PM	#15 (permalink)
blue-sun Chicago's Detailing Guru! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Arlington Heights, IL Posts: 156 Thanks: 28 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader Rating: (2/100% )	I use Meguiars Hyper Dressing in a 3:1 ratio. it's a water based dressing, so it won't sling as much or attract dust as much. While my MR2 isn't daily driven, I have seen 6 weeks out of an application of HD. I apply it to the tire, then spray an addition 2 sprays to a terry cloth applicator pad and wipe the tire down. It's not easily found in stores, I buy it buy the gallon concentrated. Good stuff!

10-26-2006, 07:50 AM	#17 (permalink)
PeStVic Cage Fighter Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 389 Thanks: 8 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts My Google Map iTrader Rating: (0/0% )	just find the tire shine you like best. and then buy those tire shine aplicators its like 2 bucks for two. and it a rounded sponge. works perfect for me.

10-26-2006, 03:28 PM	#18 (permalink)
blue-sun Chicago's Detailing Guru! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Arlington Heights, IL Posts: 156 Thanks: 28 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader Rating: (2/100% )	99.9% of tire shine on the market is silicone based, this means that any dust will be attracted to it, the potential for sling-off is higher and the longevity isn't as good as a water based product. Not to mention it's greasy feeling. Just a little FYI.