Best tire dressings?

[Rsurfer]

First picture exhibits a perfect glossy finish. My expectation from Griot's Long-Lasting Tire Dressing to last at least half-life of advertised durability, up to 12 weeks.
Second picture is the outcome of driving 1 day in the rain.
Is this expected across other products as well?
How does Meguiars Endurance High Gloss Tire Gel score in foul-weather? Is there a better gel-based product that will exhibit longevity during wet winter months?

It seems that Griot's dressing didn't take well over what you previously used. Did you clean well before applying Griot?

Tires are finicky, some dressing work better on one brand and sometimes not even the same brand of tires.

[PaulMys]

It seems that Griot's dressing didn't take well over what you previously used. Did you clean well before applying Griot?

Tires are finicky, some dressing work better on one brand and sometimes not even the same brand of tires.

This is exactly right.

For one example, I used to use Griot's Black Satin tire dressing (aerosol) on the Bridgestone's that used to be on my Wife's Jeep. It always came out in a perfect matte finish.

When she got new tires (Nitto's), I used the Griot's on them and they came out glossy as hell. Had to give them a wipe to knock it down.

All other factors were the same. Same cleaning methods, products, etc.

[mpulsiv]

It seems that Griot's dressing didn't take well over what you previously used. Did you clean well before applying Griot?

Tires are finicky, some dressing work better on one brand and sometimes not even the same brand of tires.

This is exactly right.

For one example, I used to use Griot's Black Satin tire dressing (aerosol) on the Bridgestone's that used to be on my Wife's Jeep. It always came out in a perfect matte finish.

When she got new tires (Nitto's), I used the Griot's on them and they came out glossy as hell. Had to give them a wipe to knock it down.

All other factors were the same. Same cleaning methods, products, etc.

I think you guys missed my post #23

I've surgically cleaned by tires per Mike's recommendation. Starting with Mothers Contoured Tire Brush (very stiff bristles), followed by a similar carpet brush. Fantastic results!

[PaulMys]

I think you guys missed my post #23

I've surgically cleaned by tires per Mike's recommendation. Starting with Mothers Contoured Tire Brush (very stiff bristles), followed by a similar carpet brush. Fantastic results!

No, I didn't miss that post.

[FUNX650]

Yeah - I'm not a fan of tire dressing unless
they are water-based and easy to remove.


Check out Meguiar's M40

An all-time favorite!






Bob

[Avgguy]

An all-time favorite!






Bob

Thanks !!!!! Never tried it. Been using VRP, 2 coats works fairly well... but I'm always looking for better.

[vaced]

An all-time favorite!






Bob

M40 says it cleans/protects while leaving a natural sheen.

Just curious if you cleaned with someone else and then used M40 for that result, or only used M40?

Also, looks great!

[John U]

I like this thread.

I tried some Chemical Guys VRP I had in inventory but not being used. I scrubbed the new tires with a scrubber attached to a drill. When dried I applied and am really liking the result!

Thanks guys!

[Avgguy]

I like this thread.

I tried some Chemical Guys VRP I had in inventory but not being used. I scrubbed the new tires with a scrubber attached to a drill. When dried I applied and am really liking the result!

Thanks guys!

John, how many coats ?

[John U]

One coat is all it needed. Still looks good two days later!

I might add it is on some new (one month ago) Continental tires that kinda repealed the Meguiar's Hot Shine that my Michelin's liked.