View Full Version : I am looking for a new water based tire dressing.
Redcar GUY
12-17-2002, 01:19 PM
I hate dressings that are thick like oil and sticky. I am looking for a new one that I can use on customer cars. I have been looking at some of the Car bright line that is Here (http://www.carbrite.com./dresswater.htm) I see that there is only a few that dont have silicones. Any tips with any of them? I need one that drys fast, and has a med shine. I would like to try some of the car bright stuff because I have a dis close. I may also try some of the Pro stuff, problem there is I dont have a Dis. so I have to order it. Any tips?
PS I love Z16 but I cant use it on all my customer cars.. Just costs to much, wish I could:bow
BradE
12-17-2002, 01:24 PM
Try Eagle One protectant lotion, it`s pretty good and cheap. K-Mart typically has it. It was Eagle One`s replacement product for the Concours dressing, one of my all time favs. :up
Intel knows about the Pro stuff, he should be able to help in that area.
Redcar GUY
12-17-2002, 01:26 PM
THX SRL! I like EO stuff already:)
I also see that Intels fav Glosso is on sale at pro`s site for $17.96 a gallon:nixweiss
2wheelsx2
12-17-2002, 02:22 PM
I use the EO Lotion on my customer cars. Goes on easy, dries fast to a matte/low gloss finish. I didn`t like it at first because I thought it was too runny, but that aspect actually makes it easier to apply. The only reason I don`t use it on my own car is that it doesn`t seem to last as long, and my car is a daily driver that sees lots of rain.
grandprixlar
12-17-2002, 04:11 PM
Try Stoner`s Trim Shine. This is water based dressing. I dilute it for a satin finish for interior use.
DETAILKING
12-17-2002, 04:41 PM
Turtle wax tire gel was my favorite.........if you can still find it....
<img src=http://www.fototime.com/FEF3D42709E4447/standard.jpg>
Buffing after application results in a lower gloss shine.......
imported_Intel486
12-17-2002, 04:51 PM
Originally posted by Redcar GUY
THX SRL! I like EO stuff already:)
I also see that Intels fav Glosso is on sale at pro`s site for $17.96 a gallon:nixweiss
Glosso is awesome for interiors. Dries 100%
For tires you`ll want S-97 Wipe-On Gloss. It is thicker and made for exterior rubber.
2wheelsx2
12-17-2002, 05:37 PM
Originally posted by paco
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Paul, I use Meguiar`s Endurance. Not the high gloss, but the regular stuff. Takes a bit longer to "cure" as such. Rub on, let sit for 10 minutes or so, and then buff dry, and I get a low/medium gloss shine that does not wear out for about 3 weeks, unless we get torrential downpours like we have this week, then nothing works. :)
safetyman2010
12-17-2002, 07:26 PM
Originally posted by Redcar GUY
I hate dressings that are thick like oil and sticky. I am looking for a new one that I can use on customer cars. I have been looking at some of the Car bright line that is Here (http://www.carbrite.com./dresswater.htm) I see that there is only a few that dont have silicones. Any tips with any of them? I need one that drys fast, and has a med shine. I would like to try some of the car bright stuff because I have a dis close. I may also try some of the Pro stuff, problem there is I dont have a Dis. so I have to order it. Any tips?
PS I love Z16 but I cant use it on all my customer cars.. Just costs to much, wish I could:bow
I have extensively tested the carbrite line of dressings and have found (surprisingly) that "special protect all" dressing works best when applied properly. It is also cheaper than "WOW" qand has a nice satin finish.
Redcar GUY
12-17-2002, 11:39 PM
Originally posted by DETAILKING
Turtle wax tire gel was my favorite.........if you can still find it....
Buffing after application results in a lower gloss shine.......
LOL I have like 6 bottles left ;)
thx everyone :xyxthumbs
Detailing NY
12-18-2002, 05:33 PM
I use stoners Trim shine.
I buy it directly from them for about $50.00 for a 5 gallon container. It last me about 3-4 weeks
this stuff works great
Bassinmax
12-18-2002, 07:35 PM
Anyone tried One Grand ERV?
What about its look and durability?
lmetten
12-18-2002, 11:30 PM
TRY STONER`S MORE SHINE LESS TIME FOR TIRES LEAVES A GREAT DRY FINISH ON CAR RUBBER SATIN SHINE
imported_Intel486
12-19-2002, 12:44 AM
Originally posted by NY detailer
I use stoners Trim shine.
I buy it directly from them for about $50.00 for a 5 gallon container. It last me about 3-4 weeks
this stuff works great
I`ve thought about getting some of that to try.
You use it on tires? What is your method of application?
How long does it last w/o rain and if it rains?
When driving does it streak on the tires if they hit a puddle or moisture runs down the rubber?
Does it leave any browning on the tires?
How much do you pay for shipping on something like that?