Any recommendations for a tire dressing that won't affect alloy wheels or break down or soften tire side walls? I have new wheels and tires waiting at home. What should I put on the tire side walls to keep them in good shape?
I seem to recall a detailing website that had tips and tricks on it. Something like oc detailing. My google skills don't show anything other than detailing shops in Orange County Florida.
Petroleum is what breaks down rubber, unfortunately tire dressings that use it don't advertise that they do. Look for ones that advertise using alternatives, I.e. "3M brand with Teflon"
Tire dressing is mostly for looks not protection.
iceracer wrote:Tire dressing is mostly for looks not protection.
I know, I want to keep them looking decent and not harm them in the process.
Voids the warrantee on motorcycle tires. YMMV.
Saw a guy wash his bike at an apartment complex I lived in use Armorall on his bike tires. Couldnt even get it out of the wash bay with out dropping it, twice. He dumped it again easing into his parking space.
Unless it is for a car show, I never could see using anything but soap and water on my tires.
I use 303 Aerospace Protectant on mine.
Hoop wrote:I use 303 Aerospace Protectant on mine.
I 2nd this. This is THE STUFF for rubber, vinyl, and plastic car parts. It actually protects things from sun damage as opposed to putting a greasy shiny film on everything. The only drag is that I don't know of a store that sells it; you have to order online.
