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Old 09-22-07, 12:57 PM
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Default Non-cracking tire dressings?

I've seen No-Touch and Armor All do a number on a few tires, and all the cars in the family stable including my LS400 all wear Michelin tires which are a bit prone to dryrot and age cracking, and I'm looking for something to help keep the rubber in good shape. Is there anything besides 303 and Griot's that is commonly available that doesn't contain silicone or petroleum solvents?
Old 09-22-07, 04:53 PM
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I use Dupont tire shine and shinning monkey tire shine.. I can't recall if there silcone or not..

BTW how is Griots products.. I've been getting magazines from them and considering ordering the 99.00 wax by hand package...
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Adam's Polishes VRT.
Old 09-22-07, 10:24 PM
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although it is not the shiniest, Michelins Tire Care is going to be the best in terms of tire shine... it is the ONLY tire shine product designed to maximize tire life (helps prevent ozone cracking, etc) and does no harm to tires - it is approved by tire manufacturers...
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There are quite a few that I have used and liked, and are water based. Chemical Guys Silk Shine, VRT, Zaino Z16, Poorboys Bold & Bright.
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I use 303 aerospace protectant, does a good job, is not too shiny, doesnt spin off onto the freshly detailed paint. I used it on my last set of Toyo tires and didnt have any problems after 2 years
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