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Mike Phillips
06-12-2015, 04:37 PM
Review - NEW BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/92442-review-new-blackfire-all-one-trim-tire-protectant.html)



A few months ago Nick came to me and says,

"I have this new product for you to test out, it's an all-in-on tire and trim dressing"


I think, ho-hum... just another tire and trim dressing. Then I start using it. And using it. And using it.

This product is freaking awesome!


Why?

Because it cleans, conditions and protects in one step.


While that might not sound like rocket science most trim dressings require you to FIRST clean the trim. Most tire dressings require you to FIRST clean the tires.

Not so with this product. Simply have a few extra microfiber applicators, towels and brushes handy to work, agitate and wipe-off any excess and going from dull and boring to WOW is fast and easy.

Plus since it's an all-in-one product you save money since you don't need any dedicated cleaning products.

How to do cosmetic engine detailing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/98122-how-do-cosmetic-engine-detailing.html)


Due credit where credit is due
I learned the term Cosmetic Engine Detailing from my good friend Mel Craig. As a way of life and a professional courtesy to my peers in this industry I never take or steal other guy's work and always give due credit where credit is due. Thanks Mel!



At our Competition Ready Detailing Classes (http://www.autogeek.net/detailing-boot-camp.html) we teach two types of engine detailing.


Traditional engine detailing - That's where you use an engine degreaser and actually wash out the engine bay using running water.

Cosmetic engine detailing - This is where you simply blow-out the engine compartment with air and then wipe the engine compartment down using a plastic trim dressing.


It's that simple.

Step 1: Blow out the engine compartment to remove any leaves, sticks, pine needles, dead bugs, dust etc.

Step 2: Wipe the plastic and even painted engine components down with a plastic trim dressing.

Optional: For extremely dirty engines wipe the engine compartment down with a all purpose cleaner first. For light dirt use a waterless wash.


I let my class use the new BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant (http://www.autogeek.net/blackfire-total-eclipse-tire-shine.html) to do cosmetic engine detailing to this 2012 Chevy Traverse.

This product offers cleaning, conditioning and protecting in one step making it a real time saver.


Before

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After

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Before

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After

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It works GREAT for doing cosmetic engine detailing and the above took less than 15 minutes!

If you're simply working on your own cars you can include this as a part of your Saturday wash and wax and get it done fast.

If you're detailing for money, then adding cosmetic engine detailing as an upsell is a money maker.




1956 Chevy Bel Air Convertible

Here's the whitewall tires on a classic 1956 Chevy Bel Air Convertible.

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Wipe on and agitate using a microfiber applicator pad

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Wipe off the excess....

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DONE!

Quick, easy and the results are beautiful!

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/watermark.php?file=95767

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Ugly to beautiful - The tires on a 1932 Ford Phaeton
Same detailing boot camp class, here's a 1932 Ford Phaeton that we used to teach how to use Steam Cleaners to do interior cleaning as well as machine polishing to remove the swirls.

The tires were dull and lifeless until we took BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant to them with a simple wipe-on, wipe-off.


Before

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After

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While I'm a HUGE fan of the DP Tire Coating Kit there are some times when it's not practical to do a dedicated tire scrubbing, (scrubbing till the tires are completely stripped of all previously applied tire dressings), and for projects where it just doesn't make sense to do the steps required to apply a coating to the tires this is the next best thing.

Not just because it's fast and easy but because the results are simply phenomenal.

It's now our go-to product for cosmetic engine detailing, plastic trim restoration and cleaning and dressing tires in one-step.

Get some. Use it. Like it.


On Autogeek.com

BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant (http://www.autogeek.net/blackfire-total-eclipse-tire-shine.html)

Microfiber Applicator Pads (http://www.autogeek.net/cobmicpad.html)

Microfiber All Purpose & Wheel Detailing Towel (http://www.autogeek.net/microfiber-wheel-towel.html)




For those of you that want more information, here's the product description from the website.


BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant

BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant Cleans, restores, protects and beautifies exterior plastic trim and tires. Built-in cleaners remove embedded dirt from tires, including white walls. Use on tonneau covers, engine compartments, and plastic moldings. Dries to the touch – will not sling. BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant will quickly become the most used – and arguably the most versatile – detailing product in your garage!

BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant is far more than just another trim protectant or tire shine. Formulated with a blend of cleaners and degreasers, All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant removes grease and grime while beautifying the surface with a low-gloss, satin sheen of protection. Water-based formula will not attract dirt or dust.

BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant can be used to clean and protect the following automotive surfaces:

Tires – including white walls
Engine compartments
Tonneau covers
Running boards
Plastic trim
Door moldings
Grilles
Mud flaps
Bumper protectors


If you’re a frequent user of rinseless and waterless washes, BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant will quickly become your favorite detailing product. Because this versatile formula features built-in cleaners, there is no need to use a messy tire cleaner and scrub brush before applying your favorite tire shine; BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant does both! Your tires will be left clean and shiny – apply with a microfiber applicator for best results.

BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant is perfect for classic cars with white wall tires and pick up truck tires with raised white lettering. Now you can clean and shine your white walls tires at a car show – no water or dedicated white wall tire cleaner is required.

Frequent car care is easy car care with BLACKFIRE. Applying a coat of BLACKFIRE All-In-One Trim & Tire Protectant onto your vehicles plastic, rubber and vinyl exterior surfaces once a month will ensure they do not fade or discolor over time. A little bit goes a long way, so a single 20 ounce bottle will easily last 6 months or more.



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Nick McKees37
06-19-2015, 12:15 PM
I'm thrilled this is finally available! :righton:

VP Mark
06-19-2015, 12:29 PM
I have a full review coming, but this is an excellent product!

Mike@DedicatedPerfection
06-19-2015, 01:23 PM
An AIO tire 'n trim restoration/protection product? Way cool!

Really thrilled with the idea of such a product for this specific area of car care. Now we have the option not to labor over these areas to get great looking results.

Way to go PBMG! :xyxthumbs:

The Guz
06-19-2015, 01:36 PM
Nice review. Looks like a great product. I will give it a go. That engine bay came out great.

Was the engine bay rinsed prior to application?

JHL88
06-19-2015, 01:44 PM
awesome!

Busy mind
06-19-2015, 01:50 PM
How long will one application last for? Ballpark figure on a daily driver in California climate. I see the bottle can last 6 months. Is that with a weekly application?

Nick McKees37
06-19-2015, 02:08 PM
An AIO tire 'n trim restoration/protection product? Way cool!

Really thrilled with the idea of such a product for this specific area of car care. Now we have the option not to labor over these areas to get great looking results.

Way to go PBMG! :xyxthumbs:

Thanks Mike! The idea for this product came from the fact that I'm a rinseless wash junkie and there's really no easy way to clean your tires while performing this type of wash. When you do clean them while performing a rinseless wash, it's messy and it never quite turns out all that great. This has been an issue that I encounter frequently, and I figured there's no way I'm the only one....so we came out with a product that eliminates that issue altogether! Since most of the vehicles that Mike details are classics and are only given a waterless wash prior to being polished, Mike loved the concept too and here we are today. :)

The trick is to apply this product with a microfiber or terrycloth applicator. Spray it directly onto the applicator and scrub the tires with a little bit of passion. Not only will it clean the tires, but it will add a nice glossy finish to them as well. Apply using the same technique to engine bays, running boards, etc.


Nice review. Looks like a great product. I will give it a go. That engine bay came out great.

Was the engine bay rinsed prior to application?

No rinsing or any other cleaners were used on that engine. Mike and I actually demonstrated it live at our Boot Camp in May. We sprayed it directly onto a microfiber towel and "scrubbed" the plastic shrouding in the engine bay.


How long will one application last for? Ballpark figure on a daily driver in California climate. I see the bottle can last 6 months. Is that with a weekly application?

The answer depends on the surface. Engine bays, easily a couple months. Tires, maybe a two weeks give or take.

Frequent car care is easy car care - instead of sitting around observing how long X product will last, apply it frequently and you'll be very pleased at the "just detailed" finish that said product provides. I love the look of freshly dressed tires, so I apply this product frequently.

Busy mind
06-19-2015, 02:25 PM
I only asked because I want to be informed in case my customers ask.

My personal weekly car care lost it's appeal once I traded in my fun car for a much needed/used mini van and a Prius. Ugh that was hard to type out...

Mike@DedicatedPerfection
06-19-2015, 02:31 PM
Thanks Mike! The idea for this product came from the fact that I'm a rinseless wash junkie and there's really no easy way to clean your tires while performing this type of wash. When you do clean them while performing a rinseless wash, it's messy and it never quite turns out all that great.

Tell me about it. Your not the only one. This is one aspect of performing a rinseless wash that I do not care for. Looking forward to trying this out in my regime.


The trick is to apply this product with a microfiber or terrycloth applicator. Spray it directly onto the applicator and scrub the tires with a little bit of passion. Not only will it clean the tires, but it will add a nice glossy finish to them as well. Apply using the same technique to engine bays, running boards, etc.

Sounds good. Thanks for the valuable feedback.

How is the consistency of this product? How well will it pass the white glove test? Im sure it won't exactly pass the glove test like a tire coating will, but I'm sure it won't leave the glove in a mess after the product has settled in to the tire. Lastly what is the dry/cure time?

The Guz
06-19-2015, 03:12 PM
No rinsing or any other cleaners were used on that engine. Mike and I actually demonstrated it live at our Boot Camp in May. We sprayed it directly onto a microfiber towel and "scrubbed" the plastic shrouding in the engine bay.

Thanks Nick. Gives me a better understanding on how to use this product for my review.

Marc08EX
06-19-2015, 04:21 PM
Amazing review Mike! Thanks for taking time to write this.


Thanks Mike! The idea for this product came from the fact that I'm a rinseless wash junkie and there's really no easy way to clean your tires while performing this type of wash. When you do clean them while performing a rinseless wash, it's messy and it never quite turns out all that great. This has been an issue that I encounter frequently, and I figured there's no way I'm the only one....so we came out with a product that eliminates that issue altogether! Since most of the vehicles that Mike details are classics and are only given a waterless wash prior to being polished, Mike loved the concept too and here we are today. :)

The trick is to apply this product with a microfiber or terrycloth applicator. Spray it directly onto the applicator and scrub the tires with a little bit of passion. Not only will it clean the tires, but it will add a nice glossy finish to them as well. Apply using the same technique to engine bays, running boards, etc.


The concept of this product is a great idea!!!

I agree that there's just no way to clean the tires without dragging the hose or some type of sprayer when doing rinseless/waterless to the paint. An AIO that cleans, shines and protects tires and rubber surfaces?! SIGN ME UP!!!

Thanks for providing some guidance on the proper way to use this product. I was already thinking of using a foam applicator pad for this product but I'm thankful I read your product direction of using a MF or terrycloth applicator and scrub the surface with a little passion.

Great job Nick & PBMG! I'm sure this product will be a home run.

JSou
06-19-2015, 04:24 PM
Interesting. Looks like I'll have to place an order today.

Bunky
06-19-2015, 04:47 PM
This product sounds like Poorboy's Bold n Bright meets Sonus Motor Cote.

Pats300zx
06-19-2015, 05:36 PM
Wow !!! Just added this to my "wish list". Seems like the perfect way to clean and dress the tires on my garage queens !!