1973 L-82 4 spd

 

Lifetime Member #116
Dave's '82

   

I know this is an old thread but it's my first time logging in and EXACTLY the info I was looking for. Thanks all!

I’ve used all of the mentioned products including sandpaper...... they quickly return to yellow.  

I have not resorted to white paint markers yet which many claim to be the answer.

I also use the Mequiar's tire gel.  Been happy with both products.

Jim Olson 

"The Toys"...!!!  Save the Wave!

Where I've been in a Corvette...!!!

I quit using the Meguiar's gel and went to 303 Protectant.  Way less messy, easier to apply, and leaves a nice satin finish.  I don't like super shiney tires.

I also use scrub brush and some ajax powder. Works fine.

For long time now I have used Meguires "Endurance" - just a little, applied with a clean cloth  It gives a little shine, but not too much.

To keep the white letters clean I use White Spirit, which you guys in the US call "mineral spirits" I think.   I go over each letter individually, using a clean section of cloth each time.    It's non abrasive and non corrosive, keeps them really white and I find I only need to do them perhaps a couple of times a year.   Between that I just wipe the tyres down after each run out.