Tire Dressing Sling

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Rob Howard

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Is it really beneficial to wash the vehicle, then AIO, immediately take that off and then apply SG, let it dry for 20 minutes or so, then take it off and repeat the SG process again? Or should one AIO, take that off, then apply SG, let it dry for 20 minutes and take it off and wait 24hours to apply another SG coat? Help please before I really detail my car this week!



Thanks guys!
 
I would wash the car first using a quality shampoo of your choice. If your happy with the condition of the paint and don't feel the need to polish then start with the AIO as you said. Some like two coats of AIO, some like one. I have used two myself and liked the results, it's up to you. The AIO goes on and gets buffed right out. The SG has to haze up for at least twenty mins or longer possibly depending on climate and the 2nd, 3rd coat etc... can be put down one right after the other following the same guide lines. I think you were close to having the process down.
 
You just stated both schools of thought around here.



Yes, put the AIO on, work it till it's tacky and then wipe it off. Don't let the AIO dry, cause you'll be buffing a whole lot more.



As for the SG, some folks put it on wait 20 minutes, use a Quick Detailer like Meguiar's #34, to help buff it off. They then apply a second coat.



For my self, Terry Freiberg at Classis Motoring, where I bought my first bottle of SG, said to give it 12 to 24 hours to cure.



So either is acceptable. Try a coat one way, and then try a coat the other. You decide what works for you. I like to wait, but that's just me. Enjoy!
 
The way I did it..you can put 2 or 3 layer of SG right away..and then put another coat or two after the next wash :)
 
I have been using Megs High Endurance Tire Gel, and have liked the looks of it. Unfortunately, I seem to be getting a lot of sling. I am applying a thin coat with a foam applicator. I let it dry for about 1 hour and then buff off the excess. I am not sure why it is slinging off onto the paint. Am I doing something wrong, or do I just need to use a water based dressing.

What dressings do you all like that have no sling?
 
I really like SCG Beond Black Tire Dressing. A little goes a long way, and you can adjust your shine level by application.

Never have had any sling with it.

DLB
 
I mostly use water-based dressings. They're "satin" finish and don't sling.

I apply with a sponge or brush, let dry for 10 minutes, buff lightly with a towel.

These are the ones within easy reach (my favs...):

1. Z-16
2. Chemical Guys VRP (It's a thick gel so I cut it 50/50 with water and put it in a spray bottle)
3. Poorboys Bold & Bright
 
They need to clean right before any tire dressing goes on. If not they are very likely to sling on you.
 
zoomzoom mazda5 said:
They need to clean right before any tire dressing goes on. If not they are very likely to sling on you.
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I always clean them thouroughly with APC and a tire brush dipped in car soap before I dress them. I also dry them with a leaf blower. I guess I am putting it on thicker then I think I am.:scared:
 
bmw5541 said:
I always clean them thouroughly with APC and a tire brush dipped in car soap before I dress them. I also dry them with a leaf blower. I guess I am putting it on thicker then I think I am.:scared:
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I use the same stuff and only get sling when I put it on too thick. Otherwise I am pretty much sling free.
 
Tire dressing to me is an insult to all the hard work I've preformed

Its kinda like putting steak sauce on a finely marinated ribeye or touching an artist painting :out:

Not only does it sling junk on the paint, it also attracs dirt/brake dust

I dress the wheeel wells and leave the tires alone
 
Flash Gordon said:
Tire dressing to me is an insult to all the hard work I've preformed

Its kinda like putting steak sauce on a finely marinated ribeye or touching an artist painting :out:

Not only does it sling junk on the paint, it also attracs dirt/brake dust

I dress the wheeel wells and leave the tires alone
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The dirt part is true if you are using a silicon based product, which is not good for your tires anyway. I have some stuff I use from BND Automotive that absolutely will not attract dirt. It is a rubber/vinyl protectant and it will block out harmful ultraviolet light that will eventually dry rot the rubber. I use it under the hood on the hoses and all the plastic also. You can even use it on all the seals like doors, trunks, and sunroofs. It leaves a clean, not overly bright, shine but is not in anyway greasy to the touch. ;)
 
bmw5541 said:
I always clean them thouroughly with APC and a tire brush dipped in car soap before I dress them. I also dry them with a leaf blower. I guess I am putting it on thicker then I think I am.:scared:
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I've found that cleaning tires with a dedicated tire cleaner works better than an APC. Eimann Fabrik Tire Cleaner really CLEANS your tires well the first time, even after a nasty winter when my tires may not get a thorough cleaning until the temp's are above freezing. Once they're clean I opt for a water-based dressing like 303 or 1Z Tefen, none of the oil/silicone based dressings I've tried have NOT slung no matter how clean the tire was, and that's including Meg's Endurance. EF Black Sapphire was OK but I just don't care for those oily feeling dressings.
 
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