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    Ultimate Protectant on tires

    Ran out of my usual tire dressing #40 (don't care for the high gloss stuff), so I decided to try UP (lotion) on freshly cleaned tires. I gotta say I was impressed. Used a tire swipe and coated the swipe with one line of lotion and did the entire tire. Worked it in real good as you would on vinyl trim and the tire darkened right up. Dries quickly just as when on vinyl too. Just the right amount of sheen, I would call it a satin finish. The next day I did a light second coat just to ensure adequate coverage.

    I know UP would not normally be designated as a tire dressing, but I kind of like what I am seeing. Now to see how long it will last. May have to get the new spray version if this is going to be my go to tire dressing.

    What do you all think?

    2019 Ford F-150 XLT SPORT 4X4 Ecoboost
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    Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

    Does it sling?
    Looks good.

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    • #3
      Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

      No, that's the thing. I use it just as I would on vinyl or plastic (a little goes a long way).

      Work it in real good and it dries to touch. No sling whatsoever.

      Just make sure you start with a clean tire first as that will be key as with any tire dressing.
      2019 Ford F-150 XLT SPORT 4X4 Ecoboost

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      • #4
        Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

        looks good..............!!!!

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        • #5
          Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

          Looks nice.

          I like the look of M40 as well though.
          Nick
          Tucker's Detailing Services
          815-954-0773
          2012 Ford Transit Connect

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          • #6
            Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

            Originally posted by Tuck91 View Post
            I like the look of M40 as well though.
            Yeah it really is a toss up. I should clarify when I said it dries to touch, that will depend of course on whether you put too much on or not.
            2019 Ford F-150 XLT SPORT 4X4 Ecoboost

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            • #7
              Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

              Looks fantastic!

              Let us know how it lasts. Some have said that UP is not really suitable for tires because your sidewalls flex, which breaks the bond between UP and the rubber.
              Originally posted by Blueline
              I own a silver vehicle and a black vehicle owns me. The black one demands attention, washing, detailing, waxing and an occasional dinner out at a nice restaurant. The silver one demands nothing and it looks just fine. I think the black vehicle is taking advantage of me, and the silver car is more my style. We can go out for a drive without her makeup and she looks fine. If I want to take the black one out, it is three or four hours in the "bathroom" to get ready.

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              • #8
                Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

                Thanks for sharing this. It made the tires look really good! It gets even better that there's no sling and it dries to the touch! I'm looking forward to your durability update.
                2011 Car Crazy Showcase SEMA Team

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                • #9
                  Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

                  I like the sheen it leaves, thanks for sharing

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                  • #10
                    Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

                    Originally posted by davey g-force View Post
                    Looks fantastic!

                    Let us know how it lasts. Some have said that UP is not really suitable for tires because your sidewalls flex, which breaks the bond between UP and the rubber.
                    I have been using UP on my golf cart tires for a year now and it gets a lot of use as my daily driver in the resort. It does NOT crack or peel or break up.
                    Barry

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                    • #11
                      Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

                      For anyone that wishes to try this here is how i used it.

                      With my Eagle one tire swipe i applied one line the entire length of the swipe probably ΒΌ" or slightly less wide. I then lightly swiped around the entire tire to spread an even amount all the way around. I then started to work it in just as you would on vinyl or plastic. The more you work it in the darker the tire gets. The product really absorbs into the tire well the more you work it in and when your finished it almost feels dry to touch, but that will improve within an hour or so.

                      It's real easy to want to apply more and more, but work it in well and it will cover the entire tire and will leave a nice satin sheen when your finished.

                      If you wish you can follow up the next day with a lighter coating to ensure even coverage.

                      After 2 days still looks the same.
                      2019 Ford F-150 XLT SPORT 4X4 Ecoboost

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                      • #12
                        Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

                        Any updates? Did it last?

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                        • #13
                          Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

                          Originally posted by davey g-force View Post
                          Looks fantastic!

                          Let us know how it lasts. Some have said that UP is not really suitable for tires because your sidewalls flex, which breaks the bond between UP and the rubber.
                          Very true, which is why it's maybe not the BEST product for this use.

                          Originally posted by Poki View Post
                          I have been using UP on my golf cart tires for a year now and it gets a lot of use as my daily driver in the resort. It does NOT crack or peel or break up.
                          It wont' flake off or crack in a way that it's visible to the naked eye, but the bond will break and the product won't last as long as it otherwise could.

                          Originally posted by mis3 View Post
                          Any updates? Did it last?
                          We're curious as well!
                          Michael Stoops
                          Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.

                          Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.

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                          • #14
                            Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

                            I have a bottle of UP as well....would like to use on tires....but I have a bottle of Hot Shine (gel) and a bottle of Hot Shine (spray).......I guess if I ever run out of Hot Shine, I have another option?
                            "STRIFE" aka Phil
                            2005 Infiniti G35 Coupe (IP/ aka White) the Toy
                            2011 Subaru Impreza (SWP/ aka White) the DD
                            2017 Subaru Forester (CWP/ aka White) Wifey's

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                            • #15
                              Re: Ultimate Protectant on tires

                              I am a #40 fan myself. Those tires look good though.

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