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    Now I've got some gloss black wheels on 1499 the tyres look dark grey and are annoying the crap out of me.

    This means I'm now in the market for some really good quality tyre black.

    Does anyone have a real favourite that they wouldn't hesitate to recommend ?

    As long as it makes the tyres look deep black I'm not to fussed about waterproofing, if it's gloss or matt etc.

    Thanks in advance

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    Pete, we've got 2 products we use. I prefer a gloss look so I use Coconut Sheen by Barton Chemicals. Lasts about 2 weeks but is so cheap it's the best bang for buck. 5l will last you years and it's normally under £20. Just apply a thing coat with a paint brush (it's a clear liquid) and leaves even the greyest of tyres gloss black.

    Davy prefers the matt look so he has been using Auto Finesse Revive. Gives them an as new look without the gloss look. Seems to last a bit longer but will ultimately be more expensive. Hope that helps :)


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    Thanks Craig.
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    I'll have a look at those tonight when I get home.

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    Craig - do either of these stay on the tyres? Anything I've tried in the past just leaves little black deposits all over the alloys after a few miles


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    I've not had that issue with either of these products. It's always best to not put too much on and if you can, let them dry in (easier in the warmer weather obviously). I know what you mean as whatever the dealers use on cars always causes like an oil slick on the wheels shortly after driving them away !


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    Cool, ta. Will give them a try


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    I've just had a thought.
    (sits down for an hour to recover)
    I'm gonna try the A1 stuff I use on all of my black trim. It still beads up well after being on since last September.
    I'll try it on a small section of tyre and see how it goes.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Craig View Post
    I prefer a gloss look so I use Coconut Sheen by Barton Chemicals...

    ...well its bounty work
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    Quote Originally Posted by gauldrymini View Post
    ...well its bounty work
    Be dum tssh! Thank you - thank you very much :)


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    Aye...I'm here all week
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