Tire Dressing

[nehope]

I've been reading recently that the stuff detailers put on tires can cause them to dry out and crack and that this causes slow leaks. I just replaced all four of my tires for a different reason, but I was wondering what kind of stuff to use on these new ones to aviod that problem. My old tires constantly seemed to be in need of air. Anyway, would appreciate any advice/suggestions anybody has to offer.

[bigdogdad]

You have to look for one that is water based. Turbomangt sells one and Mothers has one out now. Doesn't give the extreme high shine but it does make the tire look clean and black. Put a few coats on and it is pretty nice.

[Hooligan]

I have found Turbomangt's dressing is great, no more "waxy" spots on my driveway. VERY PLEASED!!!!

[gonzomania]

Turbomangt is the best spray it on, that's it no rubbing in or taking off. Great product

[turbomangt]

You don't have to buy mine, but it is water based, and the best I have found to date. The reason dealers use solvent based dressings is for one reason /the shine. But what they won't talk about is the fact of what you just described. I did a little test a long time ago, I put a piece of rubber in a glass jar along with a solvent based dressing. Over night the dressing was black. Why? because the petroleum (solvent) destroys rubber over prolonged use. I'm convinced the tire companies are in charge of those products. Plus it will dry out the rubber, and the sling from over spray will stain your paint. My dressing has a satin look, I think it is more natural on a tire. Not to mention it is safe if you get it on your wheels, paint etc. It kills me when I go to car shows and see people using that sticky, guey, slimely stuff. education starts here. One car at a time, Now you know. welcome to professional grade. Gary [?]