Megs Endurance confusion.

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Changeling

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OK guys, I have searched as much as time will allow.



I picked up some Megs Endurance tire gel this morning on sale at a local parts store, because I remember hearing positive things about it but I can't remember really!

The guy at the counter was fairly busy, but said get ready for at least 45 minutes to do 4 tires! There are instructions on the back but I thought I would run this through you guys for thoughts on what you have experienced. It is a 16 oz container.

Will this product clean the tires as well as providing protection and a "Look" or should I use a tire cleaner as well of some sort?

Changeling
 
Tire cleaner first ALWAYS! Then, Endurance. 45 minutes? LOL, no way!

Just put it on but not real heavy with a foam tire dressing applicator.

BTW: What flavor of Endurance did you get?

I just love the natural finish. Better than High Shine IMHO.
 
The guy at the counter doesn't have a clue.......are you sure he wasn't talking to someone else. Just use a good foam applicator after cleaning/drying and you're good to go. I like it alot!
 
I picked up Meg's Endurance today.



Now I have 4 tire dressings to date...lol. Yeah, its an addiction/obsession.
 
Black Diamond said:
Tire cleaner first ALWAYS! Then, Endurance. 45 minutes? LOL, no way!

Just put it on but not real heavy with a foam tire dressing applicator.

BTW: What flavor of Endurance did you get?

I just love the natural finish. Better than High Shine IMHO.
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Perfect advice! I like the natural better than high gloss too. Endurance lasts much longer than other products I've tried, no yellowing either. Did the guy at the counter have a beer gut and no wedding ring? Those are always the experts! LOL
 
Honestley,I've tried numerous tire dressings, and Endurance High Gloss continues to be my favorite BY FAR. Use it, you'll love it.



Hope this helps,



Ben
 
I can understand where he is coming from. The grape that I use(high gloss) is so thick, it takes awhile to get a good even coat.



With the megs Hot shine, it goes on much easier and quicker, but doesnt last as long and its really shiny.



:)
 
I recommend picking up a can of AA tire foam as well (yes! more tire dressings! :D ). If you do a simple spray on wipe off method with the foam, THEN put on the Endurance, it goes on so much better.



Maybe its just my tires, but I always found it hard to get the Endurance to spread. Not super difficult, but I had to use quite a bit of product. Now with the foam, I can apply very well and only have to squirt a little more on my tire swipe a second time. So I don't use anywhere nearly as much product as before, and it actually looks good (and stays!) on the tire :). Very nice.



I love the stuff, and the look it gives. I do have the "high gloss" version, but I prefer it. I don't like high gloss on big sidewall tires, but I have those low profile tires and a dark car so IMHO a shiny look looks best. Opinions differ, but I like the gloss - however, not the "ghetto gloss." You've probably seen it, it comes with the crappier "bling" dressings. High gloss has always given me a very nice, satiny gloss.
 
I like Endurance OK, but I hate how sticky it is.



As for the 45 min estimate, maybe he's removing the tires one by one to do the job. :nixweiss
 
I use Endurance all the time, easy to use and really takes very little time at all. After I apply Endurance I let it sit for 10 min then wipe down with an old towel.
 
Black Diamond said:
Tire cleaner first ALWAYS! Then, Endurance. 45 minutes? LOL, no way!

Just put it on but not real heavy with a foam tire dressing applicator.

BTW: What flavor of Endurance did you get?

I just love the natural finish. Better than High Shine IMHO.
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I got the HIGH GLOSS. It was the only bottle left for $3.00 bucks so I won't go ballistic if it doesn't give me the look I want which is natural/soft/satin. Someone on Autopia said you can wipe it down for a softer shine (High Gloss).



Paul: What is AA tire foam?



Changeling
 
Changeling said:
I got the HIGH GLOSS. It was the only bottle left for $3.00 bucks so I won't go ballistic if it doesn't give me the look I want which is natural/soft/satin. Someone on Autopia said you can wipe it down for a softer shine (High Gloss).
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You are correct, wiping it down does reduce the shine.
 
Just used Endurance today. Very nice product and smells like grape. A little tough to apply, but its in gel form so it would probably last longer.
 
gb387 said:
You are correct, wiping it down does reduce the shine.
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Well it was the fellow Autopian that was correct then. Thanks for giving me the go ahead on using it in that way.



I would still like to hear about the AA tire foam that Paul34 was talking about, does anyone else know what he was talking about?

Changeling
 
BMW335i said:
Just used Endurance today. Very nice product and smells like grape. A little tough to apply, but its in gel form so it would probably last longer.
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I have been very happy with the longevity of the product, hold up very well even in rain.
 
AA sort of acts as a primer for Endurance. I don't usually bother but after a while the Endurance does seem to get sticky and you need to wash the tires well. I find I need to let it set up for at least 15 minutes before driving the car or I may get some dreaded "sling"
 
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