I did a search but didn't find a definitive answer. What in your opinion is the best tire shine out there (both in shine and easiness to apply) . I've used something called Black magic, but it comes out kind of blotchy. I've tried gels before but there is always build up and messy spots. Anyone have any recommendations

 

I just tried the Armor All spray stuff and it looks great. A little more glossy than the No Touch Spray. 10 minutes and dry, if you have nice wheels, wipe off the excess after spraying it on.

 

I use "Black Magic" foam, just spray it on and you don't have to wipe or anything.

 

I used to use some STP Son of a Gun Spray stuff on my old car but I got sick and tired of the overspray on the wheels and fenders + its short "shinespan."

I now use some sort of Meguiar's Tire shine stuff that comes in a bottle with a foam applicator. Hehe...that little sponge fits the sidewall of a 225-50-17 perfectly..

It shines real nice and lasts forever - I'm talking through multiple puddles and rainstorms!

John

 

I use this product called No Touch - Wet 'N' Protect. My local Costco sells 3 spray cans for about $3.50 or so. It works really well and lasts a long time. Even through small puddles, this product didn't wash off.

 

i use the meguires liquid gel tire shine. i doubt thats the right name but its a purple gel and i use the yellow sponge thing and it lasts for a good two weeks which is pretty impressive considering how often the blowtenzas get spun.

 

I've been using Eimann Fabrik Black Opal dressing and have been very, very pleased.

 

Best stuff I've used

 

Stuff in a red can called JET. Give you the plastic look without slinging silicone all over the side of the car. Dries quick and has a good shine to it. I hate tire shine that does not dry and then spiots the car up when I drive down the road..

 

WET TIRE. I used to use Armol, but it sucked and would only last for 2 hours. With WET TIRE my tires are good to go for a week.

 

I use
.... ..
J/K.. I have used No Touch , for years....

 

actually the armor all stuff doesn't last long at all. but what i've found is that the foamy spray on from armor all looks fantastic. it's called detailer's advantage and comes in a spray can. make sure you don't get the regular stuff cuz it's not nearly as shiny.

 

I recently started using Meguiar's gel tire shine stuff... It's a dark purple color and makes the wheels and garage smell like grape bubble gum. I was tempted to take a swig of it

It lasts about a week for me but I think it is getting thrown off the wheels while driving because I'm getting little black spots all over the underside of the doors/bumpers/etc that look like tar. Next time I apply it I'll wipe it down with a towel and see if it stops happening.

 

Haha.. I knew you were going to post that.

 

I've been Using Turtle Wax's Tire Wax

Stuff seems to work good, applies like the tire gel stuff....I used to use that. I've found that this seems to last slightly longer, maybe not quite as bright of a shine, but basically just makes your tires look very black.

 

-Meguiars High Gloss Endurance
-Meguiars Endurance
-Tire Wet Tire Gel

I've only used those and they are mess free and great. After a couple days, just use a paper towel and wipe the tires from the collected dust and dirt and they are shiny again. The Megiuars product last for weeks while the Tire Wet last for about 7-10 days.

 

i used to use the tire wet stuff in the purple can, it is shinny as hell but doesnt last long... now i use the purple gel that smells like grapes and a big spounge to apply it... lasts for about 2 weeks..

Adam

 

The best stuff to use is Turtle Tire Wax, it is real smooth and shiny, but the best thing is, is that is doesn't spin off, it is great. Use that if anything.