Best application for AT tire shine?

brianw0048 · Aug 26, 2017

I just put on a set of Falken AT3s and tried to apply tire shine this weekend. It's a gel and was a pain in the rear to apply on these tires.

Is there an easier way or does anyone have a spray shine they would recommend?

I like the gel I used, it was just a pain to apply.

Rampant · Aug 26, 2017

I use a spray called Nice & Wet by Chemical Guys. Gets in those side knobs nice and holds up pretty well. I usually spray and let it sit overnight if possible. Otherwise I'll wipe off the excess after a few mins if I need to drive.

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Skubasteve! · Aug 26, 2017

Im ordering those tires soon, how are you liking them so far? 275 60 20?

RAMblin1217 · Aug 27, 2017

I use both Adam's Tire Shine spray and also their VRT which is like a cream. They make a foam applicator with a handle which helps avoid getting your hands all dirty. I have Nitto Ridge Grapplers and it does a good job getting equal coverage with the VRT. If you use the spray I still use the foam applicator and then use a small brush to get into all the smaller areas. If I use the VRT I'll sometimes use a q-tip or something like that to get the smaller areas since the brush doesn't work as well in my opinion. I prefer the VRT since it doesn't sling and also doesn't leave a "shiny" look but more a wet or satin look.

CrispyBacon · Aug 27, 2017

Does the Adam's stuff turn the sidewall brown when it fades?

RAMblin1217 · Aug 27, 2017

CrispyBacon said:
Does the Adam's stuff turn the sidewall brown when it fades?

I haven't seen it happen yet. However every wash I clean my tires with their rubber and tire cleaner and then reapply the VRT. It is a 35 SPF product so I'm sure that helps it from turning brown since it protects against the sun, which I'm assuming is why other products do turn brown.

MarshRam · Aug 27, 2017

If you are looking for something you can run down the street and pick up vs. ordering, I have been using Meguiars Hot Shine spray and am pleased with it. Dries fairly quick, so no sling and lasts a good week. Doesn't keep a glossy wet shine the whole time, but keeps tires looking new. Was using the M Tech spray prior and it did not last as long and the would sling even a couple hours after application.

bjohnston0624 · Aug 27, 2017

I use meguires hyper dressing. All purpose dressing i use on plastics, rubbers, etc. Satin finish

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joeygster · Aug 27, 2017

MarshRam said:
If you are looking for something you can run down the street and pick up vs. ordering, I have been using Meguiars Hot Shine spray and am pleased with it. Dries fairly quick, so no sling and lasts a good week. Doesn't keep a glossy wet shine the whole time, but keeps tires looking new. Was using the M Tech spray prior and it did not last as long and the would sling even a couple hours after application.

There is no really easy way to properly dress knobby tires. I've found the best method is to use a gel on the smooth part nearest the rim & a spray for the knobby outer part.

I had the Meguiars Hot Spray Foam lying around so used it & was happy with the results.

I try to limit dressing them to only when they go brown or dull grey.

sticknstring · Aug 27, 2017

Best I have found BLACK MAGIC tire wet foam spray. Can buy it at Walmart. It's worked well for me on everything from low-pro street tires on my Dart to 35" mudders on my old ram

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JB1 · Aug 27, 2017

MarshRam said:
If you are looking for something you can run down the street and pick up vs. ordering, I have been using Meguiars Hot Shine spray and am pleased with it..

This ^^^^

07MegaCabRam · Aug 27, 2017

I use tire form from armorall - the more you put it on, the more it shines.. so I only put on 2 coats.

Looks like new tires. Not glossy. Love it.

meedom · Dec 29, 2017

I can tell you guys for a fact that the Maguires hot shine slings all over the place. But then again I do have a silver truck don’t know how much of a difference that makes.

Pull Ya · Dec 29, 2017

Here are a few choices-
Jay
https://www.autopia-carcare.com/all-tire-dressings3.html

Krein · Sep 11, 2018

"Back To Black" from Custom Offsets works fantastic. not shinny but makes the wheel look like a brand new tire. ( not greasy and wont sling off )

BTD07 · Sep 11, 2018

You can also buy a paintbrush or foam brush and it will help you to evenly distribute the gel.

Pull Ya · Sep 11, 2018

IMHO if you let any of these products dry---completely dry--I think you'll reduce the sling problem. Also when you apply some products if you wipe it on and wipe it off well enough I think the sling problem will also be reduced. With a lot of the products, once you drive in rain or through a lot of water I think all bets are off.
Jay

quietpeen · Sep 11, 2018

another vote for Adams Tire shine spray. I used to use only the vrt but it is very tedious on at and mt tires. I still use it on my car though. The spray will still need to be worked in with the foam applicator but will be a lot easier.

Kinetic · Sep 11, 2018

Local pickup Megs Endurance Tire shine is very good. Otherwise, Megs Hyper dressing diluted to 10:1. Sling happens when you over apply and don't let it dry before driving. Give it a final wipe to get off any excess and you should be fine.

bjohnston0624 · Sep 11, 2018

Meguires hyper dressing, doesn’t give you the tacky looking high gloss. Dilute it down to the shine of your liking. I prefer a clean tire and satin look.

My list:
Meguires hyper dresses (gallon last a lifetime)
Chemical guys VRP (also a gallon)
Meguires endurance gel (but it is harder to apply and takes longer to dry..

I’ve attached a few diff dilution ratios below of hyper dressing )

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