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What causes orange on tires?

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by Caslon, Sep 29, 2022.

  1. Sep 29, 2022 at 1:44 PM
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    It’s not brake dust (or is it?) Rubber tires get orange streaks over time due to sun exposure, drying out…right?
    I’ve taken care of it, but still wonder.
     
    Caslon, Sep 29, 2022
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    not cleaning your truck likely does a big part of it
     
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    Honestly, its prob brake dust rusting in the elements.
     
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    No duh? It’s like the rubber is affected by the sun and elements and parts of the sidewall gain yellowish-orange streaks. Of course they disappear upon applying dressing.
     
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    It's called "tire blooming" and it's caused by Antiozonant that leeches to the sidewall or surface of the tire. Antiozonant preserves the rubber and helps prevent cracking/dry rot/aging.

    It's cleans up with a good tire brush and tire/rubber cleaner.

    $14 Adam's Polishes Tire & Rubber Cleaner (16 oz) - Removes Discoloration From Tires Quickly - Works Great on Tires, Rubber & Plastic Trim and Rubber Floor Mats
    https://www.amazon.com/Adams-Tire-Rubber-Cleaner-Discoloration/dp/B076XSMN9W
    $16 Detail Factory - ProGrip Tire Brush - Ergonomic ProGrip Handle, Stiff Synthetic Bristles, Ergonomic Design, Clean Your Tires with Ease - Red
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09W3YKPFC?_encoding=UTF8

    I like to follow up with Adams tire shine applied with a foam block.
    $14 Adam's Tire Shine 16oz - Easy to Use Spray Tire Dressing W/ SiO2 for Glossy Wet Tire Look w/No Sling | Works on Rubber, Vinyl & Plastic | USA Made
    https://www.amazon.com/Adams-Tire-S...gid=pla-847407694504&ref=&adgrpid=84218104048
    $14 Adam's Polishes Block Applicator (6 Pack) Trim Dressing & Tire Shine Applicator Pad for Car Detailing | Reusable & Customizable Durafoam | for Use After Car Wash Wheel Cleaner
    https://www.amazon.com/Adams-Block-...prefix=foam+block+adams,automotive,128&sr=1-2
     
    MGMDesertTaco, Oct 2, 2022
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  11. Oct 3, 2022 at 8:26 AM
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    This is absolutly correct! It is to prevent your sidewall from drying out and cracking.
     
    Pete_Patter, Oct 3, 2022
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