Tire Dressing Applicator - Prototype

[Top~Dog]

Ok, so - I figured I had some time on my hands the other night and knew I was getting ready to pamper the beast this weekend. I've used a few tire dressing applicators in the past, and some have been good - some, not so good. Then, I figured "S@!* - it's only two chunks of foam glued together!" - let's make one!!

So, I made these "prototypes" and I'm going to see if they work just as well as the ones that are for sale at many retail stores.

Keep in mind - prototypes. Tried two different types thicker/more dense foam for the base and I used some leftover softer foam from one of my Pelican cases - glued them together, compressed with some clamps to ensure glue set, and let them sit for 48 hours.

I'll let you know how they worked. total time to make both was under 10 minutes.

[POWERMAN]

If your running low profile tires, you might find the tip at 00:50 seconds into this video helpful:

[Top~Dog]

Originally Posted by POWERMAN

If your running low profile tires, you might find the tip at 00:50 seconds into this video helpful:

Thanks for the video - I actually learned a couple tricks! However, the point of me making my own tire dress applicators was 1) because I wanted to see if they held up as well as those that you buy and, 2) I was bored.

The results are to follow shortly.

[Top~Dog]

Ok - so, here's the results:

As you can see, the three applicators.

- The one with the yellow can be purchased at most retail stores. The softer foam seemed to wear off after just 2 tires (I used this a couple weeks ago - not on today's test)
- Both the other applicators were simply awesome! Both forms of more dense, rigid foam were comfortable and easy to hold. The softer softer foam on both held up with no deterioration detected.

So, my findings indicate that not only can you make your own tire dressing applicators - but, they can hold up better than those you'll find at retail stores. Also, it's likely that my superior craftsmanship and attention to detail greatly contributed to the success of my "prototype" applicators.

Next, I think I'll try making my own polisher out of a gas trimmer engine!

[Top~Dog]

And now...the pics...I wanted to add some suspense to my findings!

[CamaroDreams07]

http://www.autogeek.net/tire-applicator.html

One of those will last you for dozens and dozens of applications without ever coming apart or degrading.


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[axis]

This is another great option for not much $$. I think I bought a six pack last spring and am still using the first one.

http://www.chemicalguys.com/Chemical..._p/acc_300.htm

[Top~Dog]

It appears my attempt at humor needs some work.

[CamaroDreams07]

Originally Posted by Top~Dog

It appears my attempt at humor needs some work.

I couldn't tell if you were joking and didn't want to insult your efforts. I'm glad you were

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[kostnkost]

Originally Posted by Top~Dog

It appears my attempt at humor needs some work.

I was actually getting my Paypal ready to buy one of these too

[Top~Dog]

Originally Posted by kostnkost

I was actually getting my Paypal ready to buy one of these too

Still in pre-production phase! I'll give you a BOGO as my first customer!

[Top~Dog]

Originally Posted by CamaroDreams07

I couldn't tell if you were joking and didn't want to insult your efforts. I'm glad you were

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They just need a little trimming for aesthetics - right?

[PAUL SS]

How do you dress the bottom of the tire without moving the car? Park it on some 2 X 8 scraps but not too close to the outside of the tire before washing/detailing.