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05-09-2003, 12:22 PM

tumblehome

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tire preperations

Is there any advantage to using a tire treatment other then for the aesthetics? Does it help in other ways? Can the rubber develope a dependency?

05-09-2003, 12:36 PM

Dexter@tirerack

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The advantage is purely cosmetic. It can actually lessen the life of the tire by breaking down the oils on the surface. I use "tire wax" sometimes because it looks nice and I haven't had any problems with tire degredation - it's more in theory. The difference may be seen over a number of years.

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05-10-2003, 05:47 AM

AntsWRX

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Dexter,

What is "tire wax"? Where do you get it? and.... Who makes it? Thanks!!

05-12-2003, 08:40 AM

Dexter@tirerack

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It's kind of a thick goop that you rub on the tires and then use a brush or a rag to spread it around. I think it's made by Turtle Wax. It tends to last longer than the normal stuff and it's easier to keep off your wheels. I get it at K-Mart.