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Old 01-04-09, 04:17 PM
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I've tried a few meguiars tire dressings and they work pretty well, but i'm wondering what all you guys on CL are using? Which one is most recommended?
Old 01-04-09, 04:52 PM
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megs hyperdressing 2:1.
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I switch between Poorboys Bold n Bright and Optimum's Tire Gel. I'm sure I've posted the pics on here before, I'll have to try to dig some up.
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Meguiars Endurance Gel for me
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Meguiar's Insane Shine, Spray
DO NOT MAKE THE MISTAKE I DID.... DONT USE ANY TYPE OF GEL,
The sling is unbelievable and black will be all over the back left and right sides of the car
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^^Gotta know how to use it . Apply a light coat, let sit overnight and you are golden

If you are in a rush, apply a light coat and wipe the excess with a towel. That works too
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Clear gels are usually silicone based and not water based. I prefer to use water based since its safer. CG VRP, Adams VRT, 303, or 1z Vinyl- Rubber care.
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yummm dressing.......
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I've been using Meguiars hot shine and Shining Monkey for a while now
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Originally Posted by eyezack87
Meguiars Endurance Gel for me
I tried to find this at super autobacs today, but it wasnt there. Did you purchase yours online?

I ended up buying the NXT Insane shine spray, hopefully it'll do the trick.
I've heard good things about ArmorAll, anyone wanna chime in?
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^^Thats probably because they came out with a "revision" to it where they updated the bottle (not sure about the formula though...). Not sure when its about to come out but if you really want to try it I can give you a sample or something. I've used it on about 50 applications and I still have over 1/2 bottle left @.@
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I wipe on Meguiar's Hot Shine with a cotton covered applicator. I make sure that the coating is thin and even and I get zero sling. Nice shine that lasts a couple weeks for me.
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Zaino Z16 - it has been the best one I have ever used. Not too shiny and slick and does not sling off your tires on your car - perfect satin finish that is slightly glossy.
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I've personally have had no luck with gels and yes I leave it overnight to dry and still the same result.
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meguiar's endurance gel


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