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Keith Seymore
06-11-2015, 04:16 PM
I haven't really done anything in terms of cleaning my redlines since I installed them.

Any suggestions? Same as whitewalls?

One thing I've notice is that the tire sidewall seems to turn brown when exposed to the sun (like on one side, at a car show). I would like for that to not happen.

Thanks in advance -

K



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cook_dw
06-15-2015, 02:39 PM
Look over on autogeek. There are some very informative threads there. I have been gathering knowledge over the past few days/weeks for when I start the preservation of my L78 car..

DP Tire Restorer and Cleaner (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/86424-new-dp-tire-coating-dp-tire-cleaner-restorer.html)

Salvatore
06-15-2015, 07:35 PM
I just use an SOS pad or some Comet and a scrub brush.

67 Nova Boy
06-15-2015, 09:15 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: [email protected]</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just use an SOS pad or some Comet and a scrub brush. </div></div>

You don't have RED lines Sam...come over to my house and show me how it's done! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dave
67 Nova Boy

WILMASBOYL78
06-15-2015, 09:26 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: [email protected]</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just use an SOS pad or some Comet and a scrub brush. </div></div>

We talking about tires Sammy....not some pot you burnt the spaghetti sauce in <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

Salvatore
06-15-2015, 09:30 PM
SOS pads and Comet have multi uses Tommy.
AFTER!! you are done scrubbing your tires reuse on your spaghetti dishes and pots!

06-16-2015, 01:03 AM
What make are your redlines.

camarojoe
06-16-2015, 01:46 AM
A little Bleche-Wite sprayed on a rag, rubbed directly on the red stripe will brighten them right up.

67 Nova Boy
06-16-2015, 03:18 AM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: camarojoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">A little Bleche-Wite sprayed on a rag, rubbed directly on the red stripe will brighten them right up. </div></div>

Won't work on my fronts...no matter what I do they still look dirty. Backs are perfect...Firestone wide ovals

Dave
67 Nova Boy

John Brown
06-16-2015, 03:30 AM
Why dontcha try a red magic marker?

Salvatore
06-16-2015, 03:39 AM
How about trying a little thinner on a rag Dave?

SmallHurst
06-16-2015, 10:14 AM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: [email protected]</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How about trying a little thinner on a rag Dave? </div></div>

Second that! Just don't keep it on there very long.

Keith Seymore
06-16-2015, 12:11 PM
Thanks, guys -

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: frankk</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What make are your redlines. </div></div>

They are Cokers.

K

67 Nova Boy
06-16-2015, 12:52 PM
Do the make that color in a sharpie? My Black paint has seen a few nicks &quot;Touched up&quot; with a Black sharpie. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Dave
67 Nova Boy

67 Nova Boy
06-16-2015, 12:53 PM
What brand cokers? Are your nice and Red?

Dave
67 Nova Boy

67 Nova Boy
06-16-2015, 12:55 PM
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: [email protected]</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How about trying a little thinner on a rag Dave? </div></div>

Ok...worth a try.

Dave
67 Nova Boy

WILMASBOYL78
06-16-2015, 05:52 PM
I would try wax and grease remover...works well on the brown crud that comes out of the rubber...also cleans the whitelines and redlines. Much less caustic than lacquer thinner. After the wax and grease remover I use the spray can vinyl cleaner Tuff-Stuff...with a soft scrub brush...hose it off and they look good. There are lots of choices for tire protectants for the finish...Mequiars #40 does a good job on rubber and vinyl...not too shiney.

wilma

67 Nova Boy
06-16-2015, 08:16 PM
Thanks...I have that close by to try. I so hate my front red lines when they are dirty

Dave
67 Nova Boy

ORIGLS6
06-17-2015, 12:05 AM
I've cleaned mine with a Magic Eraser &amp; Purple Power or Simple Green: whatever is handy at the time. Finish off with Meguiars Ultra. They have held up well for five or six years now. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

enio45
06-19-2015, 01:20 PM
We have redyed red lines - use adhesion promotor prior to applying the paint and a light coat of color and it is amazing!!

Tracker1
07-01-2015, 09:57 PM
Have you tried this method?

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-3497-28433-gtosmoke.jpg

67 Nova Boy
07-02-2015, 12:35 AM
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-8651-28438-img_2394.jpg

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/07/full-8651-28439-img_2395.jpg

Any difference? Top picture is before cleaning and bottom is after with wax and grease remover.

Dave
67 Nova Boy

Salvatore
07-06-2015, 12:44 PM
TOP looks better!

mockingbird812
07-06-2015, 02:17 PM
Sammy - you are not helping!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif

tabooo
07-08-2015, 09:10 PM
Sam is using Rose color glasses.

Salvatore
07-10-2015, 12:15 AM
Nah, just Daves poor cleaning methods.