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Hey all, new to the "carpro" world. Ive been using typical washes and waxes my entire life (megs, adams, etc.). Not bashing them as theyre still good, but a recent application of CQuartz and reload on my 2013 Tuxedo Black Ford F150 had me fall in love.

I used iron x which ill definitely buy more of and eraser then cquartz/reload. Great stuff. Included with my order I chose a 50ML sample of PERL which I used on my plastics/rubber on the body and I love it so far, but hows it do on tires? I use a semi-aggressive all terrain tire so 50ML wasnt enough but finding a nice, tire store black i hard to find. A matte/satin if you know what I mean. Would PERL grant me this? Im looking at investing up to $75 tonight on carpro items since most of my other stuff is empty. If you had that spending limi what would you get? I still have about 900ML reload left. Im thinking 1L of PERL and 500ML of reset most likely. What would you use if you were me with $75? I do have a foam lance. Thanks guys.!
 
Hi Eco,

PEARL is a favorite of mine on tires. With that said, PREPERATION is key! No product will be successful without proper cleaning. I have found with PEARL, over time, the "sheen" lasts. I can go a wash or two without applying it and, like you, the tire has a nice matte finish. With tires, my initial prep, I will use a strong cleaner, like Shine Supply tire cleaner...http://www.carpro-us.com/wheels-tires-and-trim-care/shine-supply-wise-guy-tire-cleaner-16-oz/
Then after that the Shine Supply APC or just Resest.
RESET...a great soap for your foam lance.
Iron X about every 6 or more months to help keep the crud from accumulating on your coating. This depends on your atmospheric conditions.
I like having TRIX on hand too...http://www.carpro-us.com/paint-decontamination/carpro-trix-tar-iron-remover-500ml-16-oz/
I have some other ideas but anything specific you are looking for or to replace?

Btw...:welcome:

Steve
 
I was looking at the glass coating, fly by I think its called? Tires I usually clean with APC and a stiff brush. Get em nice and clean then apply usually megs endurance (are we allowed to say other products? I know some forums are picky.) Do you dilute 1:1 or something else for the matte/satin sheen? I hate the fake over gloss look.

So far im looking at 2-3 more BOA towels, 500ML of reset and 500ML of perl since im guessing itll last me a while.

Also lookig at spotless, im in georgia so it rains one day, then its 95 4 hours later and sunny. Water spots are damn near mandatory it seems.
 
http://www.carpro-us.com/coatings-sealants-spray-wax/carpro-flyby30-windshield-coating-20ml-kit/

As far as the PEARL, I like it undiluted. With that said, cutting it 1:1 may be to your liking. I do use the 1:1 for some purposes.

What kind of mitts do you have? I'm a fan of the Incredimitt and Merino Wool wash mitt.

As

http://www.carpro-us.com/microfiber-madness/microfiber-madness-incredimitt/

http://www.carpro-us.com/wash-mitts-and-sponges/merino-wool-wash-mitt/

Just be sure to use the Spotless as per instructions. Sorry to hear about the rain and heat. I'll know about that soon enough...;)

As far as other products, it's frowned upon pushing, endorsing,or linking items to competitors that are not sold at the Car Pro store. Since you are switching to PEARL...:cool:

Steve
 
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