This is an amazing product I didn't know I needed until now! I'll apply it when I do my ceramic coat. The days of a 30 min weekly wash, to keep a showroom shine, are finally here! I'm getting teary eyed.
I find that application with a paint brush makes applying tyre dressing infinitely easier. The bristles easily get into all the tiny spaces. Just apply, wait 5 minutes, and then wipe down with a soft microfiber towel to even it out and prevent streaking.
For a dressing yes, I actually did a video about a month ago showing that process. But for this coating a brush would just leave too many steaks and high spots, and as wiping the coating down with a cloth will at least to some degree shorten it’s durability it’s probably not the best applicator for this tyre coating.
i need this product in my life i detail my dads car the first day he had it ...its ceramic coating i just need to do the wheels now and the tyres then it will put the cherry on the cake 💪
Excellent video! The systematic way you test these products is commendable Sandro. Appreciate the time (6 weeks!) and effort you took to test a product that too often doesn't get much mention in detailing videos: tyre dressings.
I have to say , this is really impressive , but until I can finish my bottle of Meguiar's tyre gel ...... Then I want to try carpro peral as well ...... God knows when I will try this 😂
@@thomasmayer5536 agree, my friend shared some peral with me , I have to say, it's rather impressive knowing you can use it on so many other places. Yea, I am on 5 years of my Meg gel .... Still 20% to go lol
Sandra, Excellent video as always. I would like to say that this product scares me just a little. I used a product made by another company about six years ago and it was so permanent it didn’t allow the side walls to breathe and the sidewalls ended up turning brown because the natural solvents and oils that are already in the rubber could not escape to atmosphere. I ended up with permanent reddish brown sidewalls. The company stood behind their product and ended up purchasing new tires for me on a prorated basis which was fantastic. Needless to say they were Michelin pilots super sport tires and they weren’t cheap. I’m anxious to see how this product does in six months to see if the same scenario might take place. Please keep us informed. Thank you Sandra.
Thanks for the review Sandro! This is definitely one of those products where it seems amazing at first thought but then glaring issues arise as time passes.
Thanks for this video on Blackout, I've been a fan of Pearl as I can dilute with water to achieve the finish I prefer. As I fortunately have the time to wash as often as I like I still like to use a tyre finish after each wash. I will certainly give this a try though. Thanks again really appreciate these informative videos as they are a great help. Cheers Brenton.
I’m contemplating putting this stuff on the kenworth I drive…. I’ve been pondering what to use that would maintain a natural appearance that would just look clean for as long as possible while resisting the dust as I cart grain and fertilisers. This would help the polished alloys stand out longer I feel
Thanks Sandro. I haven't tried blackout but do love water based tyre coatings (there are some out there). I find they last an age and topped up periodically with PERL are crazy easy to keep clean without any scrubbing / stuff brushes.
Another absolutely fantastic review. I can only imagine the time and effort that goes into this. On top of that you have a business to run. We are being spoiled and even if this does not seem to be my type of product it still is a very interesting vid. Thank you.
Thanks for taking the time to review this coating! Looks like it's very chemical resistant so perhaps it'll hold up well against salt in the winter (like Carpro claims) too, though I don't know if you have that issue in Australia. :p
Hey Sandro! I hope all is well with you and the family. Thanks for the video. As many have mentioned…this was a review we’ve been waiting on. Well done my friend! Maybe I’ll give a try down the road but for now my 1 L of NV Onyx is holding up pretty good for me. Thanks again for bringing us a comprehensive review on these detailing products 😎
Appreciate that mate, we are well and I hope you and your family are also well! Onyx is really such a great dressing and I’ll be interested to try the new blackout formulation and see how it all goes down the track!
Thanks Sandro, great review. I share your thoughts on solvent-based coatings, pity they couldn't nail a water-based formulation. I went hunting and if it's news to you, from what I can gather Renew Protect Blak is solvent-free and yet excels in areas. I haven't tried it yet but the product description is quite exceptional and users are reporting 2-3 months durability on the road. It's even claimed to be safe for motorcycles as it's "completely non-slip, silicone-free, oil-free" - very interesting at the least.
I’ve found I think it depends on tire compound. Age. I noticed mine after 6 months look like it’s all off. Doesn’t have that new feel and I think maybe dark side is better to stick with for most people. For the more extreme I would do blackout with dark side. I was a little disappointed the looks fade quite quickly so what you’re left with is a tire protector with no looks… not many would hassle if they knew the long term affects I believe.
Applying a tire dressing is my least favorite chore when detailing my cars, so this product is something I've been looking for. The water-based coatings I've used just don't last long enough. Thanks for the informative video and have a coffee on me.
@@klasseact6663 I'm not a young guy with back problems and bending down to put a dressing on the tire is not as easy as it used to be. Cleaning the wheels is tough enough. I have a rolling stool that I use, which does help.
@@archiepezek gotcha! Well this WILL help that out for sure😉 I'd like to pass this along to you to help in wheel cleanings. Once the wheel are cleaned and still wet, spray some 303 Touchless Sealant on them, let sit for about a minute and hose off. You'll notice incredible water beading and your wheels will repel dirt and brake dust better and make the next cleaning alot easier.
@@klasseact6663 Amazing that you said that. I used to use 303 just for wheels because they were so much easier to clean. I ran out of the 303 and have been using The Last Coat on my wheels. which is more work to apply, but they're still easy to clean.
As always good review Sandro but for a tire dressing, I like to re-apply it after every carwash. Optimum also has a longer lasting dressing and I do not use it anymore because it does not looks that good as a freshly applied dressing. Nor will BlackOut I guess.
I just use megs hyperdressing 4:1 as it gives me the look I like on my tires. A little bit too shiny that first day, but after that it settles back down to that perfect, just black/darkened look that I love. It makes keeping my tires clean easier and even though I always use a harsh alkaline cleaner (H7 degreaser) to strip it off every wash, you can still see the tire "sucks up" the tire dressing and they still look nice and black before reapplying (without being greasy). Obviously after you reapply, it is a bit greasy to the touch, but I've never had problems with sling or gunk being built up on the tires, and it always keeps them looking great. I also spray down the wheel well plastic liners and the flaps in the rear and it gives it an amazing "new plastic" look. Also makes the fender liners release the dirt much more easily when you wash em.
I followed the instructions to a tee. Got everything bang on, I honestly don't get more than 2 weeks out of this coating, I'm sure tyre make model and compound plays a big part but on my 350mile a week van it doesn't last on the Falkens I'm using, pearl lasts a solid 3 weeks used neat on these with half the prep. I even stripped it and reapplied and same results. I'm going to use this coating on my other vehicles which have AD08RS tyres and see if it's any better.
That’s extremely surprising to hear! The Alfa’s Pirelli tyres I applied them to does a good 400-500 kms a week as we are in the country and commute to the city almost daily. See how you go on another set, seems very unlike what I’ve experienced with it so far!
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing yes I was pretty gutted. My go to tyre dressing is Black pearl tyre armour and I get 3 solid months out of that on my daily drive and 9 months on my other 2 cars that do way less miles. I ordered a 100ml bottle so I have plenty left to try. I'm on the Facebook Carpro group and after I posted my finding it appears I wasn't the only one with durability issues.
Hello Sandro, I am a big fan of your channel. I was wondering if you could make a video on how to restore or remove water spots on car matte plastic trims or any sort off trims.
I’ll add to my list mate, I have been wanting to do a water spot video so maybe I could include trims as well as paint, but I can’t make any promises as to when I’ll get to it!
Sandro, you got to try Dura-Coating tire coating it is water based and lasts more than 6 months. I have applied it in two vehicles were one of them is mine and a single layer. I will send you photos how it has lasted.
Another thing to consider is a lot of new modern tires especially Michelin they do not recommend putting anything on their side wall as the car comes with a coating on the sidewall from the factory. So for me I just purchased a brand new set of Michelin tires PS S for my BMW and I’m not sure if I want to apply this on the sidewalk because it actually probably may interfere with the factory coating
It would be interesting to test this out on one of the tyres to see if it has a positive or negative effect over time, but it’s certainly something to consider!
Was wondering when you were going to put up your video. I believe we both received it as the same time. My video is nowhere near as thorough as yours since you did chemical testing. I agree that the included applicator is not good. Like you I used a microfiber applicator. As a matter of fact I used an Autofiber coating saver applicator which worked fantastic. It also leaves a better finish. I have moved away from tire coating because like yourself how good is it for the tire if it’s so hard to remove. Not to mention repairing it if the tire rubs against a curb. I put it on a friends car and it looked great. Nice black finish that is not overly glossy. Great video 👍
Thanks Mike, and yes it would then seem like you had a very similar experience to me with it. I was surprised as I thought the applicator was so perfect and smart, but in practice it just fell short. I do like the way Blackout looks so far and can’t complain but we’ll just have to see how it goes!
Hey Sandro, very nice review again as always, It's insane that even turpentine won't get it off, which start me thinking on motorcycle tyres, I clean/detail an occasional motorcycle from time to time but it's just not safe to put any dressing on a motorcycle tyre. How does the 'slippery" factor compare to other dressings?
Thanks, but unfortunately as a rider myself it’s not a tyre coating to be put on two wheelers as it will reduce grip and cause at least sone loss of traction when turning.
Great video Sandro! I wish you could give Garage Therapy's Tyre Serum (UK brand) a try, that stuff is blowing minds in the UK community at the moment and a very interesting product in sort of the same league with Black Out. You left with mixed feelings in regards to Black Out and to be honest, after watching your video I think I will stick with Perl. Thanks for sharing your experience!
I put the CarPro Blackout not even three months ago and it's already starting to brown. I thought the Blackout would've sealed the rubber keeping the antiozonant from coming through while still providing its protection...
Thanks for sharing that! I would tend to think that almost 3 months is a pretty decent result in the real world, but it could also be helpful to know how often and how you cleaned them, miles traveled, environment and age of the tyres as I’m sure all that stuff will also play a part. Would you use it again - I’m not 100% decided myself.
Thanks Sandro for introducing a new Carpro product. Is this product for me, No. Its expensive for only 6 months, if it does last 6 months. I'm happy with using Pearl, which is cheaper, but also has varied applications depending on dilution rates. As I don't do many Klms, I can have Pearl last 2 months, and that is with using P&S Brake Buster as a tyre cleaner when I do my wash, which can be weekly during hotter months, to fortnightly in colder months. At the moment not doing much in Sydney due to lockdown with strict conditions. Again, thanks for the video. Ozz
My truck has Mickey Thompson tires with a super aggressive, intricate sidewall. Looks like a great product, but probably too much a pain in the ass to apply on my tires.
im big carpro fan(and you make me shinmate fanboy too :D), but for some reason i feel resistent to buy this product. will wait for new version. and thanks for tips abouz matte rims since i have new sparco matte bronze rims :D
Even as a slick talkin city boy I’m not sure I can outline why they should upgrade from my tire dressing that lasts 3 months, & costs $5. Meanwhile this doubles the durability but I’d have to charge like $80 just for the TIRE DRESSING. Extremely difficult upsell if it’s not part of a package price.
Could you layer a tyre dressing on top of this? Or would it be rather pointless using Blackout if I were to use Onyx every week or two. I really like the finish that NV Onyx provides (I asked you which tyre dressing you used in the Mustang video) and this doesn't seem to quite provide the same finish. Thanks again for the awesome content!
Yes I think you’re right that it kind of defeats the purpose of you’re going to apply a water based dressing weekly, but I’ll be interested to see how the batch compares as far as looks go!
Good video yet again. You have come so far with your presentations mate. Obviously good editing, camera, camera work, etc. Back to the tyre coating. Looks good will have to watch on our 4k tv. I tend to like the medium gloss on tyres, I like 303 but was looking for something that last a bit longer. Hopefully something like this will fit the bill.
It will be interesting to keep on eye what is coatings behaviour when the tyre will blow up antiozontas and Browning...can the coating breath? Great video sir congratulations
Why I have almost 1 liter of Pearl still? ))) Will definitely invest in this when Pearl I have will be close to the end. Sandro, great thanks for sharing and saving our investments. Can you please make another feedback after several months? And now we have music from the very beginning)))
Sandro…I have some blackout but, just haven’t used it yet….I think it’s results will be quite dependent on meticulous preparation. Quick question….does the product level itself when it dries, or does it leave streaks, like the applicator drag marks you show in the video.
It will somewhat self level further but not entirely after it cures, so a better applicator and process is beneficial. It also largely depends on the tyres themselves, it’s looked very level on the Pirelli tyres but not as much on the Dunlop’s I tested.
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing ok thanks. I'll wait till they produce the glossier version then give it a go. The wheel/tyre cleaning aspect of car washing is my weekly nightmare so I will try anything that will make that easier. Great vid as usual; keep up the great work.
Thanks but no more videos on that application, we got a new set of tyres on that car a couple of months ago, but I’m going to try a apply the new glossier version on them as soon as I get the chance.
My biggest issue is that my race brake pads dust like crazy, and after like a day my wheels AND tires look like most people’s after 3 months. So I don’t really think this is for me, other than making it easier to get the tires clean, but I never have an issue with that. It’s just how quickly they get completely filthy
It’s what’s selling right now, the one I had was only the first run that’s apparently already sold out as far as I’ve been told, but I guess you could double check with the supplier you intend on getting it from.
By memory it was on the tyres for about year before we had to replace them - although it certainly faded and lost a little of its lustre over time I was quite happy with the coating as it was a very slow decline.
Hi Sandro 👋 I'm a little off topic but I'm nearly ready to do a paint correction on my new car but I don't want to spend hundreds of $$ on a paint thickness gauge. There are cheap ones all over the internet starting at as cheap as $25.Now they look the part and seem to come with different thickness samples so you can calibrate it.Do you think they are good enough for one car at least?
It does seem a little too cheap to be a reliable gauge you can trust, but I honestly can’t say I know that to be the fact, it would just be my impression.
sounds like hard work with to many considerations, personally i think a product like Megs insane tyre shine spray is easier to use, gives great results, lasts approx a month or so and can be applied in seconds, so why spend the money on this and all the effort and considerations required????
Hey Sandro, so I applied this product 2 months ago, and did a very good job prepping and applying it. It’s working good, it definitely isn’t as rich but it’s never brown or anything and cleans easy. Pretty happy overall. However, could I prep and add another layer or two? Or should I just clean and top with a decent dressing of my choice that I can wash off and redo every few weeks? What would you do, brother? Thanks in advance!
If you still have product left over I don’t see any harm in giving it a go and applying another layer or two. BlackOut just seem to bond so strongly that it could layer well even a couple of months down the track over itself and may add that extra saturation you’re after.
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing thanks for the input man. I agree and believe it will work stellar and long as the base is clean to bond to. Also, I appreciate you more than you know, sir! 👊🏼 much love from 🇺🇸
An unopened coating bottle stored out of direct sunlight can last a you’d couple of years, once the bottles open and partially empty it’s best to try and use it within a month or two - generally speaking.
I’m still waiting for an opportunity to apply the new updated version, just haven’t had the chance. The coating seemed to to well for a few months but we had to get some new tyres on the Giulietta last service.
Worth noting that this is a highly dangerous chemical. Respirator, gloves and eye protection should be worn at all times while handling this product or even the applicator after use. Considering it claims to be a long term penetrating product, anticipate using caution around the product and the applicator anytime you come into contact with it.
While editing this video I could see that different cameras in different light picked up the coatings finish very differently! It actually looked quite nice to my taste in person after six weeks but I understand that all you can go by is that footage.
A product hasn’t been truly reviewed unless Uncle Sandro has done it :)
Ha ha thanks mate!
Amen!
This is an amazing product I didn't know I needed until now!
I'll apply it when I do my ceramic coat. The days of a 30 min weekly wash, to keep a showroom shine, are finally here! I'm getting teary eyed.
This is such a great channel...real nice guy, honest, real world everything and chill approach 👍👍
That one person who disliked is a sad sad person. It will be the only one for a long time, maek my words. Your content is bliss, no less.
Lol thanks mate!
Cleanest tire in the world! Great video as always!!!
I find that application with a paint brush makes applying tyre dressing infinitely easier.
The bristles easily get into all the tiny spaces.
Just apply, wait 5 minutes, and then wipe down with a soft microfiber towel to even it out and prevent streaking.
For a dressing yes, I actually did a video about a month ago showing that process. But for this coating a brush would just leave too many steaks and high spots, and as wiping the coating down with a cloth will at least to some degree shorten it’s durability it’s probably not the best applicator for this tyre coating.
i need this product in my life i detail my dads car the first day he had it ...its ceramic coating i just need to do the wheels now and the tyres then it will put the cherry on the cake 💪
This looks like a better solution for black exterior trim and rubber floor matts
Could be! I still need to test it there and interest to wait for the new slightly glossier batch.
Excellent video! The systematic way you test these products is commendable Sandro. Appreciate the time (6 weeks!) and effort you took to test a product that too often doesn't get much mention in detailing videos: tyre dressings.
I have to say , this is really impressive , but until I can finish my bottle of Meguiar's tyre gel ...... Then I want to try carpro peral as well ...... God knows when I will try this 😂
my Megs tyre gel seems to never end haha, i went ahead and bought Perl, i cant decide which i like better, the versatility of Perl wins however
@@thomasmayer5536 agree, my friend shared some peral with me , I have to say, it's rather impressive knowing you can use it on so many other places.
Yea, I am on 5 years of my Meg gel .... Still 20% to go lol
Great coating! I have some detailing vids on my channel as well but no where near your production quality, it keeps getting better! Great video!
All of your videos are always well done!!!!
Thanks mate!
Sandra,
Excellent video as always. I would like to say that this product scares me just a little. I used a product made by another company about six years ago and it was so permanent it didn’t allow the side walls to breathe and the sidewalls ended up turning brown because the natural solvents and oils that are already in the rubber could not escape to atmosphere. I ended up with permanent reddish brown sidewalls. The company stood behind their product and ended up purchasing new tires for me on a prorated basis which was fantastic. Needless to say they were Michelin pilots super sport tires and they weren’t cheap. I’m anxious to see how this product does in six months to see if the same scenario might take place. Please keep us informed.
Thank you Sandra.
Thanks and yes, the long term condition of the side walls is always a big factor with solvent based dressings, so we’ll see.
Sandro not Sandra.. 😁👍
Thanks for the review Sandro! This is definitely one of those products where it seems amazing at first thought but then glaring issues arise as time passes.
That’s been my issue with most long term tyre dressings so far but I want to be open minded and see if by chance this is different- we’ll see!
Thanks for this video on Blackout, I've been a fan of Pearl as I can dilute with water to achieve the finish I prefer. As I fortunately have the time to wash as often as I like I still like to use a tyre finish after each wash. I will certainly give this a try though. Thanks again really appreciate these informative videos as they are a great help. Cheers Brenton.
My pleasure mate, really glad you enjoyed the video!
I’m contemplating putting this stuff on the kenworth I drive…. I’ve been pondering what to use that would maintain a natural appearance that would just look clean for as long as possible while resisting the dust as I cart grain and fertilisers. This would help the polished alloys stand out longer I feel
Maestro: Good to hear from you again. As always, a great and a pro video, excelent. Greetings from Monterrey México.
Thank you my friend!
Thanks Sandro. I haven't tried blackout but do love water based tyre coatings (there are some out there). I find they last an age and topped up periodically with PERL are crazy easy to keep clean without any scrubbing / stuff brushes.
Still love my PEARL diluted 1:1 , 500 ml is lasting me years
Perl is great, really beautiful tyre dressing!
Next year I will put it on my tires.
Was really waiting for your tests on blackout
Another absolutely fantastic review. I can only imagine the time and effort that goes into this. On top of that you have a business to run. We are being spoiled and even if this does not seem to be my type of product it still is a very interesting vid. Thank you.
Really appreciate that mate and thank you!
hi sandro missed you, been busy with work and very excited to see this new product put through its paces
Hope you enjoy it!
i did
Awesome Sandro!! Awesome
Glad you liked it mate!
Impressive.
Thank You .
Thanks for taking the time to review this coating! Looks like it's very chemical resistant so perhaps it'll hold up well against salt in the winter (like Carpro claims) too, though I don't know if you have that issue in Australia. :p
My pleasure mate, but no, no road salts or snow in Australia unless you go up the ski mountains!
Hey Sandro! I hope all is well with you and the family. Thanks for the video. As many have mentioned…this was a review we’ve been waiting on. Well done my friend! Maybe I’ll give a try down the road but for now my 1 L of NV Onyx is holding up pretty good for me. Thanks again for bringing us a comprehensive review on these detailing products 😎
Appreciate that mate, we are well and I hope you and your family are also well! Onyx is really such a great dressing and I’ll be interested to try the new blackout formulation and see how it all goes down the track!
I couldn't stand any longer, at 4:10 I had to go out and wash my car! It's just what this channel does:)
Lol
Thanks Sandro, great review. I share your thoughts on solvent-based coatings, pity they couldn't nail a water-based formulation. I went hunting and if it's news to you, from what I can gather Renew Protect Blak is solvent-free and yet excels in areas. I haven't tried it yet but the product description is quite exceptional and users are reporting 2-3 months durability on the road. It's even claimed to be safe for motorcycles as it's "completely non-slip, silicone-free, oil-free" - very interesting at the least.
I’ve found I think it depends on tire compound. Age.
I noticed mine after 6 months look like it’s all off. Doesn’t have that new feel and I think maybe dark side is better to stick with for most people. For the more extreme I would do blackout with dark side.
I was a little disappointed the looks fade quite quickly so what you’re left with is a tire protector with no looks… not many would hassle if they knew the long term affects I believe.
I used acetone to remove Optimum TPC - worked well, and hasn't caused any noticable issues with the tyres.
(it was still a fair bit of work - I scrubbed firmly with a MF towel)
Applying a tire dressing is my least favorite chore when detailing my cars, so this product is something I've been looking for. The water-based coatings I've used just don't last long enough. Thanks for the informative video and have a coffee on me.
Why is applying tire dressing your least favorite part, just curious🤔
@@klasseact6663 I'm not a young guy with back problems and bending down to put a dressing on the tire is not as easy as it used to be. Cleaning the wheels is tough enough. I have a rolling stool that I use, which does help.
@@archiepezek gotcha! Well this WILL help that out for sure😉 I'd like to pass this along to you to help in wheel cleanings. Once the wheel are cleaned and still wet, spray some 303 Touchless Sealant on them, let sit for about a minute and hose off. You'll notice incredible water beading and your wheels will repel dirt and brake dust better and make the next cleaning alot easier.
@@klasseact6663 Amazing that you said that. I used to use 303 just for wheels because they were so much easier to clean. I ran out of the 303 and have been using The Last Coat on my wheels. which is more work to apply, but they're still easy to clean.
Thank you mate, glad the video helped!
As always good review Sandro but for a tire dressing, I like to re-apply it after every carwash. Optimum also has a longer lasting dressing and I do not use it anymore because it does not looks that good as a freshly applied dressing. Nor will BlackOut I guess.
I just use megs hyperdressing 4:1 as it gives me the look I like on my tires. A little bit too shiny that first day, but after that it settles back down to that perfect, just black/darkened look that I love. It makes keeping my tires clean easier and even though I always use a harsh alkaline cleaner (H7 degreaser) to strip it off every wash, you can still see the tire "sucks up" the tire dressing and they still look nice and black before reapplying (without being greasy). Obviously after you reapply, it is a bit greasy to the touch, but I've never had problems with sling or gunk being built up on the tires, and it always keeps them looking great. I also spray down the wheel well plastic liners and the flaps in the rear and it gives it an amazing "new plastic" look. Also makes the fender liners release the dirt much more easily when you wash em.
Hyperdressing is great, I also really like it and it’s actually the only water based tyre dressing Meguiars makes so it was the only one I used!
I followed the instructions to a tee. Got everything bang on, I honestly don't get more than 2 weeks out of this coating, I'm sure tyre make model and compound plays a big part but on my 350mile a week van it doesn't last on the Falkens I'm using, pearl lasts a solid 3 weeks used neat on these with half the prep. I even stripped it and reapplied and same results.
I'm going to use this coating on my other vehicles which have AD08RS tyres and see if it's any better.
That’s extremely surprising to hear! The Alfa’s Pirelli tyres I applied them to does a good 400-500 kms a week as we are in the country and commute to the city almost daily. See how you go on another set, seems very unlike what I’ve experienced with it so far!
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing yes I was pretty gutted. My go to tyre dressing is Black pearl tyre armour and I get 3 solid months out of that on my daily drive and 9 months on my other 2 cars that do way less miles. I ordered a 100ml bottle so I have plenty left to try. I'm on the Facebook Carpro group and after I posted my finding it appears I wasn't the only one with durability issues.
Hello Sandro, I am a big fan of your channel. I was wondering if you could make a video on how to restore or remove water spots on car matte plastic trims or any sort off trims.
I’ll add to my list mate, I have been wanting to do a water spot video so maybe I could include trims as well as paint, but I can’t make any promises as to when I’ll get to it!
Sandro, you got to try Dura-Coating tire coating it is water based and lasts more than 6 months. I have applied it in two vehicles were one of them is mine and a single layer. I will send you photos how it has lasted.
Sounds great!
Another thing to consider is a lot of new modern tires especially Michelin they do not recommend putting anything on their side wall as the car comes with a coating on the sidewall from the factory. So for me I just purchased a brand new set of Michelin tires PS S for my BMW and I’m not sure if I want to apply this on the sidewalk because it actually probably may interfere with the factory coating
It would be interesting to test this out on one of the tyres to see if it has a positive or negative effect over time, but it’s certainly something to consider!
Absolutely I like to tinker so I’m probably going to purchase the kit and test it out on my other car and see how the tires come out 👍🏼😆
Very nice review as always and very impressive product
Was wondering when you were going to put up your video. I believe we both received it as the same time. My video is nowhere near as thorough as yours since you did chemical testing.
I agree that the included applicator is not good. Like you I used a microfiber applicator. As a matter of fact I used an Autofiber coating saver applicator which worked fantastic. It also leaves a better finish.
I have moved away from tire coating because like yourself how good is it for the tire if it’s so hard to remove. Not to mention repairing it if the tire rubs against a curb. I put it on a friends car and it looked great. Nice black finish that is not overly glossy.
Great video 👍
Thanks Mike, and yes it would then seem like you had a very similar experience to me with it. I was surprised as I thought the applicator was so perfect and smart, but in practice it just fell short. I do like the way Blackout looks so far and can’t complain but we’ll just have to see how it goes!
Hey Sandro, very nice review again as always, It's insane that even turpentine won't get it off, which start me thinking on motorcycle tyres, I clean/detail an occasional motorcycle from time to time but it's just not safe to put any dressing on a motorcycle tyre. How does the 'slippery" factor compare to other dressings?
Thanks, but unfortunately as a rider myself it’s not a tyre coating to be put on two wheelers as it will reduce grip and cause at least sone loss of traction when turning.
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing That's not what we wont off course, ah well my quest to find something wil continue, Thx Sandro and ride safe ;)
@@thingsido6067 See my new comment re Renew Protect Blak, sounds perfect on paper...
Great video Sandro! I wish you could give Garage Therapy's Tyre Serum (UK brand) a try, that stuff is blowing minds in the UK community at the moment and a very interesting product in sort of the same league with Black Out. You left with mixed feelings in regards to Black Out and to be honest, after watching your video I think I will stick with Perl. Thanks for sharing your experience!
I put the CarPro Blackout not even three months ago and it's already starting to brown. I thought the Blackout would've sealed the rubber keeping the antiozonant from coming through while still providing its protection...
Thanks for sharing that! I would tend to think that almost 3 months is a pretty decent result in the real world, but it could also be helpful to know how often and how you cleaned them, miles traveled, environment and age of the tyres as I’m sure all that stuff will also play a part. Would you use it again - I’m not 100% decided myself.
Thanks Sandro for introducing a new Carpro product. Is this product for me, No. Its expensive for only 6 months, if it does last 6 months. I'm happy with using Pearl, which is cheaper, but also has varied applications depending on dilution rates. As I don't do many Klms, I can have Pearl last 2 months, and that is with using P&S Brake Buster as a tyre cleaner when I do my wash, which can be weekly during hotter months, to fortnightly in colder months. At the moment not doing much in Sydney due to lockdown with strict conditions. Again, thanks for the video. Ozz
My pleasure mate and yes there’s very different people with different needs and wants! Hope all is ok with the lockdowns mate!
reminds me of Optimum tire protection & coating... witch is water based! i never buffed a tire before to take coating off lol ... ! ;-)-
My truck has Mickey Thompson tires with a super aggressive, intricate sidewall. Looks like a great product, but probably too much a pain in the ass to apply on my tires.
Lol, you will have to spend a bit of time on those tyres getting it all in the intricate areas!
Great video
im big carpro fan(and you make me shinmate fanboy too :D), but for some reason i feel resistent to buy this product. will wait for new version. and thanks for tips abouz matte rims since i have new sparco matte bronze rims :D
Even as a slick talkin city boy I’m not sure I can outline why they should upgrade from my tire dressing that lasts 3 months, & costs $5. Meanwhile this doubles the durability but I’d have to charge like $80 just for the TIRE DRESSING. Extremely difficult upsell if it’s not part of a package price.
What is your tire dressing that lasts 3 months?
I’ve been waiting for you to test this product. My understanding is that it can also be used for exterior plastic trims, is that true?
Yes I think the label also states it can be used for trims but I’ve unfortunately not personally tested that out yet!
Hi Sandro, will you be a doing a 6 month follow up? I am considering getting this, and would love to know how it holds up at the finish line.
I’ll try to do an update, maybe a #Shots video but I can’t make any promises, just depends on time mate.
Could you layer a tyre dressing on top of this? Or would it be rather pointless using Blackout if I were to use Onyx every week or two. I really like the finish that NV Onyx provides (I asked you which tyre dressing you used in the Mustang video) and this doesn't seem to quite provide the same finish. Thanks again for the awesome content!
Yes I think you’re right that it kind of defeats the purpose of you’re going to apply a water based dressing weekly, but I’ll be interested to see how the batch compares as far as looks go!
Good video yet again. You have come so far with your presentations mate. Obviously good editing, camera, camera work, etc. Back to the tyre coating. Looks good will have to watch on our 4k tv. I tend to like the medium gloss on tyres, I like 303 but was looking for something that last a bit longer. Hopefully something like this will fit the bill.
Thanks mate, really appreciate it and it will interesting to see how the slightly more glossy new batch will compare!
It will be interesting to keep on eye what is coatings behaviour when the tyre will blow up antiozontas and Browning...can the coating breath? Great video sir congratulations
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Why I have almost 1 liter of Pearl still? ))) Will definitely invest in this when Pearl I have will be close to the end. Sandro, great thanks for sharing and saving our investments. Can you please make another feedback after several months? And now we have music from the very beginning)))
I’ll try to do an update!
The durability definitely is a problem because there’s no way it will wear off evenly
That could definitely be the case but I don’t think anyone has had it more than a month or two so it’s hard to say at this stage.
Please test Koch chemie pss(plaster star silicone free) works amazing on trim, plastics and tires!
Excellent review sandro
Wonder how this coating compares to the kamikaze Kiwani tyre coat
Sandro…I have some blackout but, just haven’t used it yet….I think it’s results will be quite dependent on meticulous preparation.
Quick question….does the product level itself when it dries, or does it leave streaks, like the applicator drag marks you show in the video.
It will somewhat self level further but not entirely after it cures, so a better applicator and process is beneficial. It also largely depends on the tyres themselves, it’s looked very level on the Pirelli tyres but not as much on the Dunlop’s I tested.
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing Thanks Sandro….I’ll bare that in mind when I use it
Can it be used on whitewalls and white rubber tyre lettering?
It is a clear liquid and I would guess that it would work just fine on white walls and lettering.
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing ok thanks. I'll wait till they produce the glossier version then give it a go. The wheel/tyre cleaning aspect of car washing is my weekly nightmare so I will try anything that will make that easier.
Great vid as usual; keep up the great work.
any more updates? great video btw
Thanks but no more videos on that application, we got a new set of tyres on that car a couple of months ago, but I’m going to try a apply the new glossier version on them as soon as I get the chance.
You should have used shine supply Wise guy tire cleaner to clean those tires instead of multi X. It would have done a much better job
I did on the second set of tyres - you may have missed it.
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing I guess I did lol. Have you ever tried Dura Shine Dressing for tires?? I wonder how that stands up against this
My biggest issue is that my race brake pads dust like crazy, and after like a day my wheels AND tires look like most people’s after 3 months. So I don’t really think this is for me, other than making it easier to get the tires clean, but I never have an issue with that. It’s just how quickly they get completely filthy
Could be worth changing brake pads. They can be inexpensive and save a lot of grief. I did that with mine.
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You mentioned they’re going to update the formula to be glossier, any idea when that will be?
It’s what’s selling right now, the one I had was only the first run that’s apparently already sold out as far as I’ve been told, but I guess you could double check with the supplier you intend on getting it from.
Ok, yea I got with car pro and they said they have updated the formula for July and it should hit most suppliers in about a month.
How much quantity of compound will be needed to polish a car? It will be useful!
It varies, but on average something like 250ml
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing Thank you for your quick reply.
Note, do not use on motorcycle tires
Great upload as allways. Do you have anything planned with the new Scholl Concepts CoatWax?
I’ve heard Scholl has a few new paint protection products coming so yes I’ll be very interested to try them once they land in Australian!
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing looking forward to those uploads :) take care
It’s been over 2 years. How did the coating ultimately turn out??? When did it start to come off, if at all??
By memory it was on the tyres for about year before we had to replace them - although it certainly faded and lost a little of its lustre over time I was quite happy with the coating as it was a very slow decline.
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing that’s insane for a coating to last that long. Thank you for your information and feedback!
I do have some environmental concerns about the long lasting products. Do they contain PFA'S which can't be broken down naturally?
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Hi Sandro 👋 I'm a little off topic but I'm nearly ready to do a paint correction on my new car but I don't want to spend hundreds of $$ on a paint thickness gauge.
There are cheap ones all over the internet starting at as cheap as $25.Now they look the part and seem to come with different thickness samples so you can calibrate it.Do you think they are good enough for one car at least?
It does seem a little too cheap to be a reliable gauge you can trust, but I honestly can’t say I know that to be the fact, it would just be my impression.
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing thanks Sandro.There is a guy close by that restores old cars so I might drop in and see if he can do a quick test.
sounds like hard work with to many considerations, personally i think a product like Megs insane tyre shine spray is easier to use, gives great results, lasts approx a month or so and can be applied in seconds, so why spend the money on this and all the effort and considerations required????
It’s great to have many options for many people and businesses with many different needs. Diverse options in detailing products are fantastic!
damn carpro making me throw all my money at them. Coincidentally I'm about to run out of perl
Hey Sandro, so I applied this product 2 months ago, and did a very good job prepping and applying it. It’s working good, it definitely isn’t as rich but it’s never brown or anything and cleans easy. Pretty happy overall. However, could I prep and add another layer or two? Or should I just clean and top with a decent dressing of my choice that I can wash off and redo every few weeks? What would you do, brother? Thanks in advance!
If you still have product left over I don’t see any harm in giving it a go and applying another layer or two. BlackOut just seem to bond so strongly that it could layer well even a couple of months down the track over itself and may add that extra saturation you’re after.
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing thanks for the input man. I agree and believe it will work stellar and long as the base is clean to bond to. Also, I appreciate you more than you know, sir! 👊🏼 much love from 🇺🇸
If it won't come off after weeks on the rims, I'm going to coat all of my rims in this stuff!
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Hopefully it's not just siloxane and acrylic resin like Gtechniq's is and most of the others are, their garbage
Thanks Sandro. I’ve struggled to find Blackout in Australia. Do you know where I can buy it? Cheers.
It should at Waxit car care very soon, maybe within a week.
www.waxit.com.au/
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing Thanks so much. I've bought loads from them before, so I'll have another look next week.
Would it be recommended to use something like clarity to wipe the tyres down before applying the coating?
Yes you can definitely use it as a further step before the coating.
Can this be used on a vinyl top?
I’m not sure mate, haven’t had the chance to test it on anything other than tyres.
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🥇You are just crazy fast my friend, I don’t know how you always do it, but thank you for the support!!
@@dimmacommunication yes, sometimes it happens to me too 🤣
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How long does this last in the bottle?
An unopened coating bottle stored out of direct sunlight can last a you’d couple of years, once the bottles open and partially empty it’s best to try and use it within a month or two - generally speaking.
How long will this work in winters?
It is winter where I’m testing it, but my winter is probably different to yours
@@CarCraftAutoDetailing Canadian winter is pretty harsh
Any update on this?
I’m still waiting for an opportunity to apply the new updated version, just haven’t had the chance. The coating seemed to to well for a few months but we had to get some new tyres on the Giulietta last service.
How may tire you can coat with one bottle?
2-4 sets depending on the size
scary to think you would have to tape of rims or risk it not coming off until it wears off. little to much of a commitment for me
Worth noting that this is a highly dangerous chemical. Respirator, gloves and eye protection should be worn at all times while handling this product or even the applicator after use. Considering it claims to be a long term penetrating product, anticipate using caution around the product and the applicator anytime you come into contact with it.
That appearance at 6 weeks, shown outdoors, doesn't look much different to clean, bare rubber to me. Not good enough IMHO.
While editing this video I could see that different cameras in different light picked up the coatings finish very differently! It actually looked quite nice to my taste in person after six weeks but I understand that all you can go by is that footage.
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Tyre dressing is the most useless thing.