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Just curious which product you guys prefer for tire dressing? Also, what is your application method for your product of choice?

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Adam's Tire Shine hands down

 

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I like surf city garage beyond black tire pro from wal-mart. I use the tire swipe application pads which can usually be found out wal-mart or any of the auto parts stores. The surf city beyond black tire dressing is easy to use, works great, leaves a matte shine that lasts about 2 weeks and is inexpensive and easy to find at any wal-mart nationwide. I see no reason at all to have to order something as simple as tire dressing online, unless you just really want to.

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Absolutely nothing I have used can compare to Adams Tire Dressing. This stuff is absolutely amazing. Our tires look dripping wet. And it doesn't sling all over the place when you start driving.

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Another vote for Adam's Tire Shine.. usually lasts 2-3 weeks, even with rain. I apply it with a sponge... looks great, doesn't sling all over the truck.

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Thanks guys. Looks like I need to give the Adams stuff a try. I have just been using basic water based dressing from my local detail supply store.

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Just curious which product you guys prefer for tire dressing? Also, what is your application method for your product of choice?

 

I use no touch tire care, just spray it on and it doesn't sling off the tire. 21oz for about 8 bucks and last a few weeks and been using it for years.

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Has anyone used the VRT from Adam's? Thoughts?

Used to until the tire shine came out. No comparisons tire shine > svrt

 

 

Ryan

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Meguiars water based dressing ....... spray on and drive away.

 

Chemical Guys VRP for the lower profile tires.

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Has anyone used the VRT from Adam's? Thoughts?

VRT is good for rubber trim. But for a really glossy look run the tire shine. Work it in with a tire dressing sponge. Once it dries hit it again with the spray nozzle and let it dry. That stuff lasts a long time. I apply weekly but we also wash our truck religiously.

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