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Tyre wall paint/shine

Post by dobbor1 » Mon Dec 24, 2012 10:59 am

Bit of a random thread but what tyre wall paint do the hand car wash guys use with a brush? Anyone know as it always looks good and lasts for ages? Tried a number of sprays and they don't last long and goes all over the wheels.

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Post by graemeX5 » Mon Dec 24, 2012 1:31 pm

I think they may use a tyre paint.

For me I use  Meguiars Endurance High Gloss Tyre Protection last lone time a bit messy to put on but good
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Re: Tyre wall paint/shine

Post by pvr » Mon Dec 24, 2012 1:40 pm

I have that but never had a chance to put it on yet  ::)
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Post by awj85 » Mon Dec 24, 2012 1:48 pm

I use ;)Image too but it is very messy, especially if you use one of those stupid little applicator pads.  :'(  Way i now apply it it pour some into an old jug and apply with a 2" paint brush.  can cover all the desired areas without having to move the car to get to the bottom of the tyre.  easy and clean job now!  and it does last for ages, even after some rain. 

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Post by Raj » Fri Dec 28, 2012 2:38 pm

I use Chemical Guys Trim Gel and it is superb. Not messy and no splatters if you choose to drive the car straight away.
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Re: Tyre wall paint/shine

Post by PhilUK » Fri Jan 04, 2013 12:01 pm

I use Wolf Chemicals Blackout Dressing:
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wheels-an ... _1011.html
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Applied with a Meguiars Dressing Applicator:
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/wheels-an ... d_765.html
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Works a treat!  ;)
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