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Question on Tire Treatment

Hi folks,

I had a new set of Michelins installed when I purchased my Nimbus. I remember reading some threads warning about tire protection treatments and ensuring you stay away from petroleum products. A specific tire treatment was recommended, but I can no longer find the thread. I know this product was widely available, including at Walmart, but can't recall the product name. Wanted to try a single bottle from Wally World and then buy some in bulk online if it worked.

I know it's not much to go on, but does anyone recall this thread or a safe product to use?

Don

2007 Nimbus 340 quad slide
Build #6386 FMC #17360 FMCA #441779

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #1 –
It's 303 Protectant

Keith
Keith, Joyce & Smokey the Australian Cattle Dog
1995 U320 SE Extreme 40' WTBI Build # 4780, with a Honda CR-V hopefully still following behind.
Motorcade # 17030
FMCA # F422159

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #3 –
Michelin recommends only soap and water.
Regards,
Brett

'99 42' Foretravel Xtreme
'14 Brown Motorsports Stacker
'05 Chevy SSR
'02 BMW R1150R

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #4 –
Amazon.com: Forever Black Tire Gel: Automotive

On Cindy's recommendation I tried it. I like it. The "Forever" part of the name is misleading. I apply every 3 to 4 months. It's not shiny like the other tire products. It has a dull black look that I like better. Highly recommended.

I liked it enough that I bought a gallon. Amazon.com: 128oz. Forever Black Tire Gel Dye: Automotive

Use disposable gloves when applying and keep a pan or bucket of water and a rag handy when applying. If you clean up with water right away it comes off easy. If you let it dry not so much. :(

I plan to use a foam brush to apply next time. I don't really like the sponges that come with the product. 10 Piece Foam Brush Kit

see ya
ken
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Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #5 –
It was recommended to us by the previous owner of our Nimbus 2006 to use Protectant 303. He said he uses it about once a month. Does this sound right?
RollinO's - Bruce & Pat Olson
2007 40' Nimbus 340
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #6 –
YES tire covers and 303. ^.^d
The selected media item is not currently available.Bill&Doris 97 U270 36'
University of Parris Island Class of 66
Semper Fi  Build# 5174 MC#17094

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #7 –
This is (all) about not applying a product that has ANY distillate as part of the ingredients..

I don't like the price of 303 but it does an excellent job on most everything (including tires). pc 
S/W Houston 95" U320C SE/40' 
Build #4778  Cummins M11
Repairs & Covered RV Parking (BAO)
PPL is close..

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #8 –
So the question is does Forever Black have any distillates in it ?

Roy
Roy Dameron
Ex 2009 42ft Nimbus
Jeep Unlimited

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #9 –

Howdy Roy,
Here's a link: Amazon.com: Forever Black Tire Gel: Automotive
Product description says oil and silicone free.  At Barry and Cindy, Ken and Dori's recommendation/endorsement, I have been using this product.  Love the look, and seems to last 3 to 4 months.
YMMV, Dave A

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'00 U320 36' WTFE  Build #5669
'10 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
Livingston, TX  SKP's Fulltiming

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #10 –
Thanks Dave,

I think I"ll order it.

Roy
Roy Dameron
Ex 2009 42ft Nimbus
Jeep Unlimited

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #11 –
I decided to go with the Black Tire Gel, as well. That, plus tire covers for those times when it's going to be parked for more than a couple of days, should help protect them. Looking good doesn't hurt, either! Thanks for the recommendations.

Don
2007 Nimbus 340 quad slide
Build #6386 FMC #17360 FMCA #441779

Re: Question on Tire Treatment

Reply #12 –
Quote from: kenhat –

I plan to use a foam brush to apply next time. I don't really like the sponges that come with the product. 10 Piece Foam Brush Kit

see ya
ken
Howdy Ken,  Great idea on foam brushes.  Definitely, going to try that in the next day or two.
Thanx,  Dave A
Dave and Nancy Abel
'00 U320 36' WTFE  Build #5669
'10 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
Livingston, TX  SKP's Fulltiming