Angus
AspiringProductSpecialist
This is going to be a multi-part review, first I’m going to share my experience using DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer and then I'll post a separate follow-up review on using DP Tire Coat.
First up, DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer:
From DP’s product page:
DP Cleaner & Restorer instructions:
Ok lets get started!
2. Wet wheels, not tires, prior to application. - CHECK
3. Spray a liberal amount of DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer directly onto DRY tire and allow to dwell for 1-2 minutes - CHECK:
4. Scrub using a stiff-bristled brush; *wet bristles often. - CHECK We recommend using the Low Profile Tire Brush because it’s stiff and easy to hold on to - Low profile tire brush and low profile tires CHECK & CHECK:
First Scrub, brown foam galore:
Second scrub, brush rinsed:
Third scrub, brush rinsed:
Forth scrub, brush rinsed, finally starting to see white foam:
5. Thoroughly scrub the tire until all browning is removed- CHECK
6. Tires are completely cleaned when white foam is produced as you scrub.
To be 100% sure my tires are clean I decide to rinse off the tires, dry with my MasterBlaster, and then reapply DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer. White foam immediately appears:
Fifth & final scrub - all white foam now:
7. Thoroughly rinse wheels and tires, ensuring all traces of the cleaner are removed - CHECK:
8. Allow tires to dry before applying DP Tire Coating. - CHECK, hello dry naked tires:
(DP Tire Coating Review coming soon!)
Conclusion
As demonstrated, DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer worked very well at cleaning off my tires and getting them ready for dressing with DP Tire Coat. DP TC&R is also easy to use and doesn’t have a harsh odors or tire damaging chemicals (like certain APC’s). Up to now, Tuff Shine Tire Cleaner has been my go-to product for cleaning my tires between non-coating dressing applications. As a simple stand alone tire cleaner it’s hard to say which is better, since both work extremely well. But it's important to note, DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer must be used before applying DP Tire Coat.
*Additional comments
I’d recommend updating the instructions from “Scrub using a stiff-bristled brush; wet bristles often” to “Scrub using a stiff-bristled brush; rinse bristles with clean water often”. I say this because “wet bristles” is open to interpretation and your goal is to remove all traces of silicone residue prior to applying DP Tire Coat. If there’s any traces of silicone remaining, the coating will not adhere properly and begin to flake off. Considering there is no easy way to remove DP Tire Coat and start over… you really really don’t want to find yourself with flaking tires.
As always, I hope this review was helpful. Please feel free to ask questions.
First up, DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer:
From DP’s product page:
DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer is a heavy-duty cleaner and degreaser that safely removes unwanted browning, silicone-based tire dressings, dirt, and grime from your vehicle’s tires, leaving them squeaky clean and ready for application of DP Tire Coating. DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer deep cleans tires better than any other tire cleaner or all purpose cleaner available, and it will not cause your tires to turn brown.
DP Cleaner & Restorer instructions:
Ok lets get started!
- Ensure surface is cool to the touch. - CHECK
2. Wet wheels, not tires, prior to application. - CHECK
3. Spray a liberal amount of DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer directly onto DRY tire and allow to dwell for 1-2 minutes - CHECK:
4. Scrub using a stiff-bristled brush; *wet bristles often. - CHECK We recommend using the Low Profile Tire Brush because it’s stiff and easy to hold on to - Low profile tire brush and low profile tires CHECK & CHECK:
First Scrub, brown foam galore:
Second scrub, brush rinsed:
Third scrub, brush rinsed:
Forth scrub, brush rinsed, finally starting to see white foam:
5. Thoroughly scrub the tire until all browning is removed- CHECK
6. Tires are completely cleaned when white foam is produced as you scrub.
To be 100% sure my tires are clean I decide to rinse off the tires, dry with my MasterBlaster, and then reapply DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer. White foam immediately appears:
Fifth & final scrub - all white foam now:
7. Thoroughly rinse wheels and tires, ensuring all traces of the cleaner are removed - CHECK:
8. Allow tires to dry before applying DP Tire Coating. - CHECK, hello dry naked tires:
(DP Tire Coating Review coming soon!)
Conclusion
As demonstrated, DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer worked very well at cleaning off my tires and getting them ready for dressing with DP Tire Coat. DP TC&R is also easy to use and doesn’t have a harsh odors or tire damaging chemicals (like certain APC’s). Up to now, Tuff Shine Tire Cleaner has been my go-to product for cleaning my tires between non-coating dressing applications. As a simple stand alone tire cleaner it’s hard to say which is better, since both work extremely well. But it's important to note, DP Tire Cleaner & Restorer must be used before applying DP Tire Coat.
*Additional comments
I’d recommend updating the instructions from “Scrub using a stiff-bristled brush; wet bristles often” to “Scrub using a stiff-bristled brush; rinse bristles with clean water often”. I say this because “wet bristles” is open to interpretation and your goal is to remove all traces of silicone residue prior to applying DP Tire Coat. If there’s any traces of silicone remaining, the coating will not adhere properly and begin to flake off. Considering there is no easy way to remove DP Tire Coat and start over… you really really don’t want to find yourself with flaking tires.
As always, I hope this review was helpful. Please feel free to ask questions.
