Opti Bond vs Z-16?

**Bigpikle** · 08-16-2008, 11:22 AM

Looking for a new tyre dressing. Had some Z-16 put on 2 tyres yesterday and really liked the matt factory look it gave, and the ease of use with a simple wipe on and no buff needed.

Also heard good stuff about Opti-Bond and had good success with other Optimum products.

Any thoughts on which lasts best and how the look compares between the 2 of them?

thanks in advance

**Bigpikle** · 08-16-2008, 03:18 PM

:tumblewee

**Mindflux** · 08-16-2008, 03:32 PM

Opti is pretty nice. Not messy but it is glossy NOT matte. You could buff off for a matte look however.

**pwaug** · 08-16-2008, 05:10 PM

3M Tire Restorer has a deep black matte finish with no buffing. Has been lasting me about a month. Also heard good things about Black Magic Matte Tire Dressing, but haven`t tried it.

**mblgjr** · 08-16-2008, 11:30 PM

Black Magic Matte Tire dressing is GREAT.

Don`t have pics but it dries PERFECTLY.

It has a look that is very similar to PB Bold n Bright (applied, then buffed)...but the BM Matte lasts a LOT longer and dries slightly quicker.

I generally don`t like BM`s regular formula but I`m probably swapping to the BM Matte.

**Bigpikle** · 08-17-2008, 09:45 AM

thanks guys - dont have and havent seen the others you mention but its all good food for thought :2thumbs:

**mblgjr** · 08-17-2008, 01:45 PM

Originally Posted by Bigpikle

thanks guys - dont have and havent seen the others you mention but its all good food for thought :2thumbs:

Well, I just realized you`re over the pond so you may not get BM products over there.

Here`s the exact one I`m talking about...

Black Magic Titanium Matte Tire Finish

Its an OTC product that I tried because it was on sale so I figured I`d try it; turns out I actually like it and its a nice product :LOLOL

But if you like Z16; I`d stay with it because OptiBond is notably glossier.

**wannafbody** · 08-17-2008, 03:04 PM

I think the glossiness of Z16 depends on the surface it is being used on. I find on my tires it`s medium glossy. I tried in on interior vinyl and it was super glossy. On other tires it may be more matte looking.

**Eisen Hulk** · 08-18-2008, 06:48 AM

I`m a huge fan of Opti-Bond. I agree that you may need to buff it down for a matte finish, but to me, it`s worth it. I`ve been putting off buying some Z-16, but as of now, I have a plethora of tire dressings.

Pickle, try the OB...you won`t be disappointed.

**Alex T.** · 08-19-2008, 05:12 AM

Originally Posted by EisenHulk

Pickle, try the OB...you won`t be disappointed.

+1 You can choose glossy or not that why I like it

**Eisen Hulk** · 08-19-2008, 08:06 AM

Same here. The durability isn`t spectacular, but it`s better than average. I`ll apply the first coat to all the tires, wait 20-30 minutes, then buff it down.

Originally Posted by Alex T.

+1 You can choose glossy or not that why I like it

**VroomVroom** · 08-19-2008, 05:27 PM

I`ve tossed this out and about before, but Z16 is my absolute go-to. Two lights coats and a buff leave you with a matte black finish that is remarkably durable. It is a little more effort to get a matte finish if you use it on plastic trim. I tend to use the residue on the sponge for this purpose. Bonus for truck owners - it adds some gloss to running board/nerf bar pads without making them slippery.

**cptzippy** · 04-21-2009, 02:13 PM

Gonna resurrect this question. Seems like Zaino might have a slight edge so here`s my nuance to the question - does it have enough of a differnce from optibond to warrant a separate order just for it?

I`m going to order some ONR and I could easily order some optibond at the same time BUT I could also make a separte order from Sal for Z16 because I hear it`s the best and I`ve been curious to try Zaino products? Which would you do?