303 & Z16 Vs. Tire Gels

[jsoto]

I was prepping a set of wheels that I am dropping off to someone who is buying my old set. First step was Mothers Clearcoat Polish just to shine it up since it's been sitting in storage. I then applied a nice healty coating of Z16.



Just brought back how MUCH I like using Z16 or 303 on tires. It's gives me the finish I want but I could never get this stuff to last. After using 303 or Z16 for 8 months, I switched to Meguiars Endurance Gel strictly for the durability. I usually apply the Gel and then buff off the excess. The first day or so, it's a bit too Wet for my taste but it does die down to a matte sheen.

 

[BoxsterCharlie]

I wasn't the first to think of this, but I use a nice base of 303, topped by Endurance. Works great for me!

 

[jsoto]

Won't the Endurance just gloss up the 303 ? Or are you using the 303 just to give it some UV protection. I've never did a combo as the Endurance after being *buffed off* is still a bit too glossy for me but it's the tradeoff for the durability factor.

 

[imported_hayless]

jsoto,



When you say that you couldn't get the 303 or the Z16 to last--what timeframe are you talking about? Thanks.



Joey

 

[kbshadow]

Dennis at 303 called me one day about something else, and I asked him about 303 not lasting long enough.



He said most people don't buff it out enough, that the more you buff it the longer it lasts, I tried putting it on thick than really buffing it in and it makes a big difference, lasts a lot longer.



Hope this helps.



Bob

Stockton Ca

 

[BoxsterCharlie]

I leave the tires soaking in 303 overnight and then scrub the heck out of them. Then I repeat the next day. It lasts really long and I think the UV protection prevents the browning.



The Endurance is only when I want a like extra gloss. Here is my tires with just the 303 after numerous treatments.