Strong tire shine applicator?

[D_Nyholm]

For the labor day special, I was given as the free gift a No Mess tire applicator that was super strong. It was easy to use on truck tires as it didn't tear up like the others that I have used. It recently separated from the backing and I wanted to pick up a few more and I can't seem to find it anymore on the site. Does anyone have a recommendation for a tire shine applicator that is super strong and lasts a long time? This is NOT the applicator that was given to me:

Tire & Trim Dressing Applicator (http://www.autogeek.net/sm505.html)

it was a black and white applicator. The white part was a dense foam that you held on to and the black was the applicator. I am placing an order tonight and would hope i could find something similar!

Thanks!

edit: Looks like this is the one I want to purchase. Can't find it! Argh!!

No Mess 00173 Lg Tire Dressing Applicator : Amazon.com : Automotive (http://www.amazon.com/No-Mess-00173-Dressing-Applicator/dp/B00A1MFCDM)

[KillaCam]

I couldn't find those in autogeek's store but I bought a two pack of applicators that look identical to these otc and they haven't separated. I just put them in a plastic baggie after use and they have held up great.

Amazon.com: 5-PACK CONTOUR EZ-FORM APPLICATOR SET TIRES & TRIM FORMS TO THE SURFACE FOR EASY APPLICATION: Automotive (http://www.amazon.com/CONTOUR-EZ-FORM-APPLICATOR-SURFACE-APPLICATION/dp/B0042TV33I/ref=sr_1_3?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1355180000&sr=1-3&keywords=chemical+guys+tire+applicator)

[Bunky]

I couldn't find those in autogeek's store but I bought a two pack of applicators that look identical to these otc and they haven't separated. I just put them in a plastic baggie after use and they have held up great.



I have used applicators like those but the foam seems soft and easier to tear compared than others. They do spread nicely.

[NYV6Coupe]

I've had great success using this tool, hope it's not taboo to post a link to another conpetitors site:

Tire Dressing Applier & Pads (http://www.topoftheline.com/tire-dressing-applicator.html)

The plastic knob rotates as the curved pad stays in contact with the sidewall

[RMM]

I think you were looking for this:
No Mess Size Matters Tire Dressing Applicator, foam tire app (http://www.autogeek.net/no-mess-big-tire-pad.html)
It seems they are on back-order.
For me, the best applicator is a painter's brush: economical and extremely durable!
Other suggestion: dishwashing sponge...

[Boudin]

I use those. They sell them at O'Rileys auto parts store around here.

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[D_Nyholm]

I think you were looking for this:
No Mess Size Matters Tire Dressing Applicator, foam tire app (http://www.autogeek.net/no-mess-big-tire-pad.html)
It seems they are on back-order.
For me, the best applicator is a painter's brush: economical and extremely durable!
Other suggestion: dishwashing sponge...

That is the one! Put it on my wish list.

Ive used paint brushes, and while they work well, they take forever to do a 37" truck tire which I do often for customers.

[KenR]

I think you were looking for this:
No Mess Size Matters Tire Dressing Applicator, foam tire app (http://www.autogeek.net/no-mess-big-tire-pad.html)
It seems they are on back-order.
For me, the best applicator is a painter's brush: economical and extremely durable!
Other suggestion: dishwashing sponge...

Dish washing sponge? I like that idea.

[SON1C]

the first applicator you posted is terrible, separated in its first use for me. I usually use the swipes with a black foam face and a green foam backing, work well, most durable that I've used.