VIDEO : Clean Dirty Tires & Make Them Look Black Again without the Shine

We have some good non greasy shine, or cleaner really, here at the dealer I use but it’s more on the shiny side for sure and I’ve always wanted to give the Chemical Guys stuff a whirl. Luckily I see their stuff all the time at AutoZone or O’Reilly’s and such. Looking good on the Ridge Grapplers!
 
Great video! Been a detailer as a side hobby/job since I was a kid. Another thing that works great on dirty tires is a good stiff drill brush, like this:

And I like the Chemical Guys tire kicker shine (I think it's been replaced now, but I got the last few bottles at my local Advanced auto for like $1 each lol), it doesn't look greasy, but longevity could be better - Duragloss #253 is an excellent dressing too. I use a carrand tire shine brush to apply it, it gives you an even application and gets into the crevices of the side wall much better than foam ones do.

Here's how mine look before/after:
 

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Great video! Been a detailer as a side hobby/job since I was a kid. Another thing that works great on dirty tires is a good stiff drill brush, like this:

And I like the Chemical Guys tire kicker shine (I think it's been replaced now, but I got the last few bottles at my local Advanced auto for like $1 each lol), it doesn't look greasy, but longevity could be better - Duragloss #253 is an excellent dressing too. I use a carrand tire shine brush to apply it, it gives you an even application and gets into the crevices of the side wall much better than foam ones do.

Here's how mine look before/after:
Why are people ashamed of a little mud on their tires?
 
So far I've only used CG leather cleaner and conditioner kit but really like it. Plan to get more of their stuff eventually. Don't take this personally but Ripley is always my favorite part 🤣
 
We have some good non greasy shine, or cleaner really, here at the dealer I use but it’s more on the shiny side for sure and I’ve always wanted to give the Chemical Guys stuff a whirl. Luckily I see their stuff all the time at AutoZone or O’Reilly’s and such. Looking good on the Ridge Grapplers!
It is nice that you can find them locally at autopart stores (y)
Great video! Been a detailer as a side hobby/job since I was a kid. Another thing that works great on dirty tires is a good stiff drill brush, like this:

And I like the Chemical Guys tire kicker shine (I think it's been replaced now, but I got the last few bottles at my local Advanced auto for like $1 each lol), it doesn't look greasy, but longevity could be better - Duragloss #253 is an excellent dressing too. I use a carrand tire shine brush to apply it, it gives you an even application and gets into the crevices of the side wall much better than foam ones do.

Here's how mine look before/after:
A drill brush is something I need to get for sure!
That may constitute balloon abuse…
:ROFLMAO:
 
Why are people ashamed of a little mud on their tires?
LOL - can't speak for anyone else but I personally care about my Jeeps. Always happy to get them dirty but try my hardest to keep them looking as good as they can too.
So far I've only used CG leather cleaner and conditioner kit but really like it. Plan to get more of their stuff eventually. Don't take this personally but Ripley is always my favorite part 🤣
LOL - happy to hear you enjoy seeing Ripley 😁
Thanks for sharing this Cindy and Eddie. I’ve been wondering how this worked. Definitely going to try it.
Awesome! Happy that we could share this with you.
 
I thought I was the only one who washes the back of the wheel and tire!

I wonder if Eddie uses ceramic wax on the backside of the wheel. Lol

Great video. Loved the Ripley bit too!

we all know you use a toothbrush and not a big brush like Eddie used that would miss the nooks and crannies. Ha ha.

LOL - it's good to know that we've actually known each other long enough for you to remember it (y)

And yes, I agree.


So, I have not used the ceramic stuff but will have to give it a try now! (y)
I picked up on the closing as Adam noted. Maybe should double post in the old school cool thread. 😎 Next you’ll start drinking American honey again 🤣🤣
 
We had some really nice weather this weekend and had a chance to clean our vehicles. Like many others I have variety of brushes to reach the back side of my wheels. On a whim I decided to try this Meguiars spray on wheel cleaner. Was really impressed with how well it worked without any agitation, of course better results with a little brushing. The brake dust and road grime seem to melt away. It has an almost gel like viscosity so it didn’t run off. Finished it off with some Chemical Guys dressing. I don’t like shiny tires so if I wipe it off soon after applying and I get more of a matte finish. FWIW I’m not a white letter fan, the previous owner was, that will be changed.

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We had some really nice weather this weekend and had a chance to clean our vehicles. Like many others I have variety of brushes to reach the back side of my wheels. On a whim I decided to try this Meguiars spray on wheel cleaner. Was really impressed with how well it worked without any agitation, of course better results with a little brushing. The brake dust and road grime seem to melt away. It has an almost gel like viscosity so it didn’t run off. Finished it off with some Chemical Guys dressing. I don’t like shiny tires so if I wipe it off soon after applying and I get more of a matte finish. FWIW I’m not a white letter fan, the previous owner was, that will be changed.

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Your Jeep would look more authentic with a bit of mud on it. Mud also has well known benefits such as repelling brake dust.
 
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