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-   -   Anyone try Sonax Tire Gloss Gel? (https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=72447)

Jertronic 08-18-2014 08:29 PM

Anyone try Sonax Tire Gloss Gel?
 
Looks like the best one that's available from Amazon Prime.


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cnk 08-18-2014 08:45 PM

Haven't tried that one yet. I use the Sonax wheel cleaner and that stuff works great. I use Adam's VRT for my tires, plastic trim, and rubber parts with great results. You should be able to purchase either one from @DetailersDomain as they're a forum sponsor and they have a 15% coupon right now.

Guzic 08-19-2014 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by cnk (Post 1905714)
Haven't tried that one yet. I use the Sonax wheel cleaner and that stuff works great. I use Adam's VRT for my tires, plastic trim, and rubber parts with great results. You should be able to purchase either one from @DetailersDomain as they're a forum sponsor and they have a 15% coupon right now.

This is what use, Stay Fresh Tire Shine. It's cheaper, lasts longer, and you have full control on how flat/shiny you want your tire to look.

zc06_kisstherain 08-20-2014 04:13 PM

after using tire shine, i drove and come back, i see tire oil residue on my both sides of door.
did i use too much?

Shady195 08-20-2014 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by zc06_kisstherain (Post 1908779)
after using tire shine, i drove and come back, i see tire oil residue on my both sides of door.
did i use too much?

Yes, wipe off any excess with a sponge/towel you don't care about use only for the purpose of spreading/cleaning up the tire shine.

SpeedFromSwede 08-25-2014 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by zc06_kisstherain (Post 1908779)
after using tire shine, i drove and come back, i see tire oil residue on my both sides of door.
did i use too much?

Just curious, are you using tire shine spray?

zc06_kisstherain 08-25-2014 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by SpeedFromSwede (Post 1916258)
Just curious, are you using tire shine spray?

nah, i used gel type.
i probably applied it too much.

Kimsey47 08-25-2014 06:42 PM

Turtle wax jet black... I'll never use gel again!

SpeedFromSwede 08-25-2014 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by zc06_kisstherain (Post 1916271)
nah, i used gel type.
i probably applied it too much.

Ah, because normally the spray will do that.

I usually use just a cheap meguiars tire gel (I know CHEAP) but it actually works really well and keeps the tires shiny for a good amount of time.

I'm always looking for other tire gels to use and will probably try out the sonax in the near future.

DJCarbine 08-25-2014 07:18 PM

Have not tried their tire gloss, but I buy Sonax wheel cleaner by the gallon... its the best stuff I've used. With a pressure washer, you don't need to even touch the wheels. My Hawk HP+ pads dust like CRAZY, this is the only cleaner I've found to remove it effortlessly.

I use Aerospace 303 on my tires/rubber/plastic trim

zc06_kisstherain 08-25-2014 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SpeedFromSwede (Post 1916275)
Ah, because normally the spray will do that.

I usually use just a cheap meguiars tire gel (I know CHEAP) but it actually works really well and keeps the tires shiny for a good amount of time.

I'm always looking for other tire gels to use and will probably try out the sonax in the near future.

I used only little to apply yesterday car wash.
i checked mine out after driving today and there is almost no sling.

sr86 08-25-2014 10:18 PM

Tried it once after an hour of city driving, I noticed some tire dressing sling in my fender and doors. You may want to try Autohaus tire shine it gives the same shine and protection but with out the sling.

Stay Fresh Car Care 08-25-2014 11:03 PM

Stay Fresh Tire Shine does not sling or attract dirt. Simply apply and it is dry to the touch.

Whats also cool is you can control the shine. Add more layers for extra shine :)

http://www.stayfreshcarcare.com/#!pr...655/tire-shine

David

civicdrivr 08-28-2014 11:53 AM

I like the Meguiars gel. I wipe on with a sponge, and usually let the car sit in the garage over night for it to soak in. If I plan on driving the car shortly after washing, I wipe on with a sponge, then use a clean (crappy) microfiber to wipe off excess. I've never had any sling with either of those methods. I find the Meguiars still to be cheap, easily accessible, and lasts long (that last part most likely because I try not to drive it in the rain).


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