Barrett & Jackson: Here I come...

**imported_Jared** · 09-25-2001, 10:07 PM

What is a product that will put a really high shine on my tires?

**YoSteve** · 09-25-2001, 10:15 PM

with or without browning afterwards?

**imported_Jared** · 09-25-2001, 10:53 PM

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Doesn`t matter....as I wash my tires on a weekly basis anyways...

**imported_gewb** · 09-25-2001, 11:16 PM

Black Opal is VERY high gloss/wet

**imported_Jared** · 09-25-2001, 11:19 PM

When you applied it, did you directly spray it on or use a tire swipe?

**imported_gewb** · 09-25-2001, 11:37 PM

Just sprayed it, I did wipe it down above where it says `land` on Geolandar, so that`s what it looks light and heavy.

**Andre'** · 09-25-2001, 11:40 PM

Use tire swipes ,if you spray it on it gets all over the rims.

**rstype** · 09-25-2001, 11:53 PM

Jason has had sucess with Armor-All Exterme Shine protectant. I used Black Magic Tire Wet before, and it looked REALLY greasy.

Don`t like it myself, but has a nice, long-lasting easy-to-use wet-look shine. Stoner`s More Shine Less Time is pretty good too, but let it sit for about 2 hours before driving, or it might sling off.

I still like Z-16 and 303 more though.

**imported_Jared** · 09-26-2001, 08:42 AM

BW,

I would feel somewhat unsure about putting Armor All on my tires, but maybe Jason could give us some insight on any long term effects. Does Black Magic Tire Wet have any silicones in it that might degrade my tires? I have heard about Stoner`s Tire Dressing and was thinking of giving that a try. Thanks.

**DETAILKING** · 09-26-2001, 08:43 AM

It goes on like a non greasy gel, and dries completely. One coat gives a nice shine, 2 coats gives a REALLY glossy look. It seems to last about 1-2 car washes. I apply it after every wash, washing tire sidewalls in between coats. After driving in the rain, the gloss fades, but the tires stay BLACK.

**andrew43** · 09-26-2001, 08:52 AM

I am currently using Black Magic`s Tire Gel, trying to get rid of the stuff. Problem is that I use so little (or a little goes a long way) at each use that it will take a while! As far as I know, the packaging does NOT say the product uses silicone, but it does contain petroleum distillates, which may cause browning of the tire. I dont think this is a big deal as I go through tires VERY quickly (usually less than 10k miles) and have a dedicated set of tires for when I really beat on things (at the track).

I would say it has a relatively ghetto shine. Take a look at the tires on my Integra here and on the other cars that I have used the stuff on here. It may or may not suit your taste.

BTW, I always recommend applying tire products with a "swipe" or foam applicator. I would try the Turtle Wax stuff first if you can find it (I can`t find it anywhere...)

**YoSteve** · 09-26-2001, 09:14 AM

maguires is okay for the ghetto shine you want and lasts relatively long

but if you want a real ghetto shine, get some black magic tinted dressing in metallic silver, blue or red, not that`s true ghetto style!!!

**imported_Jared** · 09-26-2001, 10:14 AM

Turtle Wax Tire Gel--

Would it be available at a chain store such as Autozone or Pep Boys?

**imported_Jared** · 09-26-2001, 10:20 AM

Is this what the Turtle Wax Tire Gel looks like?

**YoSteve** · 09-26-2001, 11:20 AM

they make that one and a the traditional on in the dark green bottle with a white cap (same bottle looks like) and it`s not 2001. I have the latter, it works okay, I like that it`s creamy more than oily (less drips you can see where you apply it) but I tend to think you`d use more. Another will have to quote you on this bottle.