Matte, low gloss tire dressing?

**ASPHALT ROCKET** · 11-21-2009, 03:14 AM

Originally Posted by 07 z-oh-6

I think I'm going to give 1Z a try. Plus, I can use it on my interior panels as well.

Actually 1Z Cockpit Premium would be a better choice for the interior.

**ScottB** · 11-21-2009, 07:07 AM

Originally Posted by ASPHALT ROCKET

Actually 1Z Cockpit Premium would be a better choice for the interior.

We spoke with Einszett about this as I often suggest Cockpit Premium and love the natural fresh clean look. You can also use the vinyl/rubber protectant and it will afford more UV protection and more of a matte dressed look. Kinda like 303 actually ....

But as Dana offered above, most Vette owners prefer the Cockpit Premium.

**akimel** · 11-21-2009, 09:59 AM

I enthusiastically recommend two products to you:

Mother's Reflections Tire Care
Tropi-Care White Pearl Tire Dressing

Both give a matte, low gloss finish. Both leave the tires looking black and new. I have not experienced sling with either product.

**WRAPT C5Z06** · 11-21-2009, 08:13 PM

I just tried my neighbors 303 on the tires, I really like it!

**christian900se** · 11-21-2009, 08:19 PM

If you really want low gloss, use a black dye like Forever Black to make your tires jet black and flat as a surf board. I have used my 303 Protectant on tires but it doesn't last long at all... Definately reserved for the interior now that I have switched to Opti-Bond.

**WRAPT C5Z06** · 11-21-2009, 08:27 PM

Originally Posted by christian900se

If you really want low gloss, use a black dye like Forever Black to make your tires jet black and flat as a surf board. I have used my 303 Protectant on tires but it doesn't last long at all... Definately reserved for the interior now that I have switched to Opti-Bond.

How does opti-bond compare to 303 on the tires as far as gloss/sheen? I clean/scrub my tires with a brush every saturday, and re-apply, so I don't need something that last really long!

**christian900se** · 11-21-2009, 09:18 PM

Originally Posted by 07 z-oh-6

How does opti-bond compare to 303 on the tires as far as gloss/sheen? I clean/scrub my tires with a brush every saturday, and re-apply, so I don't need something that last really long!

Opti-bond is a bit more glossy than 303, but that means it is still not glossy at all. It is a satin look but Opti-bond makes the tires look much deeper in color when compared to 303. I bottom line; Opti-bond is much better suited to dressing tires than 303 in my opinion, and leaves a better finish.

**Old Tiger** · 11-21-2009, 10:38 PM

Originally Posted by christian900se

Opti-bond is a bit more glossy than 303, but that means it is still not glossy at all. It is a satin look but Opti-bond makes the tires look much deeper in color when compared to 303. I bottom line; Opti-bond is much better suited to dressing tires than 303 in my opinion, and leaves a better finish.

303 was my favorite until I tried Opti Bond. I agree with Christian.. Opti Bond looks better to me and is easier to apply since it is a gel. It is also great on wheel wells. I use AG microfiber gloves to apply to the wells on my XLR which has tight wheel wells si

**Rsurfer** · 11-21-2009, 10:43 PM

Originally Posted by Old Tiger

303 was my favorite until I tried Opti Bond. I agree with Christian.. Opti Bond looks better to me and is easier to apply since it is a gel. It is also great on wheel wells. I use AG microfiber gloves to apply to the wells on my XLR which has tight wheel wells si

If you have tight wheel wells, cut Meg's Hyper Dressinhg 4/1 put it in a small pump sprayer, cheaper, easier, and better.

**christian900se** · 11-22-2009, 12:28 AM

Thanks for the advice Rsurfer, I used to use Megs Endurance on the wheel wells just for the durability but I've been getting lazy about taking the wheel off so I will give this a try!