New Carpro DarkSide Tyre Dressing/Sealant Review!

[@purplehazeffc]

Now that there is a Carpro Dark Side. We will now be waiting for the Carpro Jedi come be released 😂😊

[@mattbonnell7023]

Thanks!

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Thanks so much mate, really appreciate it!

[@gregp1002]

Best review of Darkside yet. Thank you. Earned my sub!

[@bystolics]

Great video, Sandro! Also, gorgeous landscape (starting 10:43). Cheers!

[@mattbonnell7023]

Great video as always. Love watching your reviews Sandro. Please keep them coming.

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

Thanks Sandro! 👊 These comparisons are so helpful.

[@nasdoc1]

As always, an amazing video, full of information. I think Darkside looks so good.

[@benhook1850]

I like the finish it leaves behind. I’ve been using Koch Chemie Pss for some time now and that leaves a semi satin finish and lasts a while too.

[@justindavis8102]

Great stuff that PSS. Except a pain to apply to aggressive mud tyres. Not sure if it can be sprayed

[@benhook1850]

@@justindavis8102 I’ve seen people use it with a sprayer in the top for bigger tyres. I love it. Looks great on trim too and actually lasts a while

[@epikmiata]

Sandro, that shot around 11:15 is beautiful! I'd love to do a shot like that of the wheels of my car and use it as a wallpaper!

[@Zoranurai13]

Wow that was fast, you never disappoint Sandro👌👌

[@cebasmb8250]

Great content Sandro, I was waiting for the video to choose my tire dressing.... I've been wanting to get the dark side but wasn't sure. Thanks again Sandro for such a great content

[@Kickbasser]

Great job Sandro!

[@Seeker-]

I don't mind applying tyre dressing regularly to my own car, but for other family members who I swap tyres for every every winter and spring a longer lasting dressing is a welcome addition. Not sure what it says about me that this seems like the most "exciting" of the new Carpro products for the year though ...

[@sergeyrudnitskiy7579]

Hey Sandro, I have already decided to use Blackout for next set of summer/winter tires (yes, we have two sets here in Sweden🙂) to have this great look, hydrofobity and no need to re-apply after every wash. And now I know if I'll run out of Pearl before I will replace my tires I will go for DarkSide. Cool to see green nature colours on the background when we have winter))) Merry Christmas and cheers from Sweden.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I hope you like it and it performs well. I’m not sure the Swedish roads will be as forgiving as mine but I’m sure it will last longer than Perl in any case.

[@MikeGDetailing]

Great video. From my testing DarkSide is in need of a new application around the 6 week time frame. A good option over Perl for sure for something that lasts longer.

[@andrewvickers4487]

Great review and product. Thank you :)

[@djmandrick]

Another wet day in the UK so it's Sandro Sunday! Lets go!

[@steve_ks]

Thanks, Sandro. Just applied it today to my truck tires, which are Continental HT’s. I’ll find out longevity this week since we have rain in the forecast and possible frozen precipitation.

[@jonwilliam1441]

Have you tried shinesupply decked out sandro? That stuff is amazing, last ages and doesn't sling! Its definitely my go to and can use it straight or watered down. Another top notch video!

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Yes, Decked Out is a favourite of mine, reminds me of Zaino Z16 which is also an all time favourite.

[@iwayned]

Bumping up to Darkside. Thanks Sandro.

[@fraizer2600]

very interesting as always ! ^^

[@ShaksWD]

Very interesting! One I need to try and experience for myself. Thanks for the review as always Sandro 😊

[@blueandbrownjansport]

I use darkside on pilot sport 5 but somehow the finish is very oily compare to your video especially on the plush velvet part, not sure if just me overusing the product

[@markdean3217]

Such a professional video 😊👍🏻

[@patrickvennard838]

As always a good comparison I was a Perl until Garage Therapy Tyre serum came along in the UK. It is more durable and easily applied and after time seems to build up a hydrophobic layer.

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

I'm Australian bound and use it also, The whole GT line needs to come To Australia.

[@patrickvennard838]

@@ilikechickensausages2075 it does have you approached Garage Therapy?

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

@@patrickvennard838 Yes they said they have no plans as yet to go international due to a growing business.

[@mateuszukasiak7675]

I washed my tires, 5 years old, never cleaned before. I used foam canon with Carpro Descale, and iron remover. Unfortunately, it dried up. A white haze appeared on rubber that was very difficult to remove. After 30 minutes I only removed about 80% of it. It does not come off with Descale, Lift, IPA, Trix or car shampoo. 1. Why did it appear? 2. What’s the best way to remove it except Carpro Retyre? On another note, how to remove old Turtle FlexWax from intricate rims? Descale and Lift did not kill it.

[@nazhif1]

The thing I like about PERL is the versatility. Just gotta wait for the local distributor to launch darkside here for the pricing.

[@stephent9990]

So to be sure I understood... you can apply darkside... and even if you use a brush to clean the tires during maintenance washes you don't have to reapply for a couple months? Meaning the washing and scrubbing doesn't fade it....

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Love most of CarPro's products 👌👍

[@DavidC1]

Ya you weren’t first 😊

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

@@DavidC1 😄😄😄wrong. You got to check by clicking the newest button so you see sorted from first to latest and it is sorted from the bottom up.😄😄

[@jeffreyrobert9460]

For a lot less $ , I use Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Graphene Acrylic Tire Coating. Lasts for 2 months. Best tire product I’ve ever used

[@James_08_07]

I've done 2 darkside applications now and both have not lasted a single week. Do you detail the cleaning steps anywhere because that's all I can think is going wrong.

[@dimmacommunication]

PERL is still my favourite , will try the other ones probably EDIT: Since I trust your judment 110% I will for sure buy Darkside 😃

[@Ayerborne]

Hey Sandro I hope all is well for you over there across the pond. I know this video is over a month old but I'm still hoping you see this comment. I was wondering what you personally use on rubber door seal trim? I have used perl but just get lazy applying it constantly every other wash or so. Maybe DarkSide or Blackout would be more suited for this sort of application, or maybe something else?. What would you recommend? Thanks for all you do and God Bless.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Thanks mate and hope all well with you. Perl and a few other water based dressing is typically what I use but I agree they are short lived particularly on daily drivers. It’s been almost 3mths since I first used DarkSide on my tyres and it seems like 2mths is very doable durability wise and I’ve test to see it (being solvent based) cause any browning or drying up on the rubber - so it could be a better long term rubber sealant but I think more time with it is needed to be sure.

[@kas4751]

Have you tried using darkside on exterior plastic trimmings? Is it a plausible use case for darkside?

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I have briefly tested it on plastic trims but with mixed results - some looked very good and others a bit patchy. But I’m usually not huge on solvent based trim dressings as they can tend to look and feel a bit greasy, I tend to either go water based dressings or ceramic coatings - but that can be a personal thing.

[@kas4751]

​@@CarCraftAutoDetailing ah fair point. I was hoping that I can get more uses out of it like the Perl.

[@thingsido6067]

Great comparison, Darkside looks indeed a bit more durable than Perl, which is my go-to dressing for the summer months. For my own vehicle I don't care because I always clean my tyres and re apply Perl. Darkside could be a more interesting option for the colder winter months when the car isn't washed that often. How does it go on the "slippery" scale? Would you be confident enough to put it on motorcycle tyres?

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Thanks and I think I’m a bit like you as well, not minding reapplying tyre dressings after each wash. I would however recommend not using it or any dressing on motorcycles tyre walls.

[@dimmacommunication]

@@CarCraftAutoDetailing Yeah I would never use dressing on motorcycle tires

[@cliplab44]

Do a Video on shine supply clay bar vs claymagic

[@barrybij8079]

i think this is a product i will be purchasing

[@dthomson409]

Hey Sandro. I gave this a go last weekend but was a little disappointed as it only lasted a few days. Was wondering if you could suggest something in my prep to get the promised months of longevity. My tyres had some left over Bowdens sweet rubber which I’ve found lasts about 2 weeks and was well on the way out. I scrubbed the tyres with Mirch grime off diluted about 1:3, washed and dried the rest of the car and allowed the tyres to dry. Then I used a panel wipe on the tyres before using 3 pumps onto a fresh applicator for each tyre. Working it in as smoothly as I could. About half an hour later I gave it a level down with a Microfibre. I put the car in the garage for the night and the first morning after I took it for a drive and afterwards gave it another level down wipe as there was some greasy finish and some runs coming out of where the continental lettering is (have heard certain tyres make a difference, mine are premiumcontact 6). All fine from here but yesterday on the public holiday we went for a nice drive to Daylesford and I gave the car a wash with a ph neutral snow foam and three bucket wash, giving the tyres only a light once over with the wheel brush and no other cleaners. When the car was dry it was quite obvious it had app worn off. This was only 4 days after washing the car and applying darkside. So from here I’m keen to give it another go but I wonder where I’ve gone wrong. Should I try scrubbing the tyres with grime off neat or even multiX neat to get anything left on the tyre off? Does this product require a second application in some cases? Does it need a longer cure time of a week or more before any washing? Keen to hear your opinion. Cheers.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I can’t be sure why it didn’t last, but I would tend to try and strip back the tyre perhaps a little more aggressively - Carpro ReTyre (undiluted) or Shine Supply Wise is what I tend to use. I unfortunately haven’t used Mirch so I can’t speak to it. Application wise I think you’re fine there - I just make sure to work it in for a good minimum or two on each tyre and let it sit for an hour before doing a gentle wipe back, and if you have time you can repeat the process for a second coat. Hope it works out better second time around.

[@kevinb7058]

Hi Sandro, would Darkside be the best option for faded window rubber's? I tried other stuff but was streaking down the panels. Thanks my man 👍

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I’ve had some mixed results on rubber trims, sometimes fantastic and other times a little patchy - I think it depends on the specific trim.

[@onacidracing]

Have you tried Bowden's Sweet Rubber yet? I've used a few tyre dressings but the finish it leaves is next level - my Dunlop Direzzas looking brand new.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Great hear that sounds great, but no I haven’t tried it yet.

[@DildeepakSidhu]

Hi Sandro, I have a question I am going start detailing and as a selant which one should I go for hydrO2 or hydrO2 lite there are same price in nz but with hydroO2 has 6 months protection this is what I am pushing towards but I have been seeing lots of detailers are going for lite version What is your suggestion? Thanks

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

HydrO2 being dilutable is far more economical and should also last a little longer - ultimately it would be my choice. HydrO2Lite is more convenient and a little more user friendly in terms of not streaking in outside use.

[@DildeepakSidhu]

@@CarCraftAutoDetailing thank you so much you are great help :)

[@lukeskywalker2013]

When dark side is applied and you go to do your maintenance wash, do you just pressure wash the tire or actually have to clean it? I’m just worried about using a cleaning product and have to re apply

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I’ll usually do a touchless wash (meaning I’ll spray just my wheel cleaner on, let it dwell and rinse it off) one wash, followed by a physical clean the next wash just using a lighter tyre cleaner or dilution - Carpro Multi-X 1:5 for example - and just quickly run a brush over the tyre wall.

[@snail415]

Sandro, Great content as always. I literally just bought a full set of tires last week. Is there a product you recommend to really pull that new mold stuff off the sidewalls? The tires are ripe for a good coating. Cheers.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Thanks mate and I honestly don’t do anything all that different, just give them a scrub down with ReTyre or Wise Guy and dress them up.

[@lucifermorningstar1412]

Hi man, meguiars endruace tire gel vs carpro darkside, which one?

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

It’s been a while since I tried the Endurance Gel, but I think it may last longer and be more glossy. DarkSide leaves a more satin finish and should also be easier to clean off and reapply.

[@James_08_07]

Anyone know why nylon applicator brushes seem to say not for use with solvent-based tyre dressings? I bought darkside and a nylon bristle applicator brush only to realise later that darkside is solvent based (it contains petroleum distillates). Not sure whether to just go ahead and use it anyway, thoughts welcome :)

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I think the worst that will happen is the brush bristles may degrade quicker - possibly start to clump, soften or stiffen or become hydrophobic - but that may not happen - it’s just something you’d have to see. Perhaps cleaning the brush immediately after use with warm water and detergent/APC may help prevent that - rather than letting the tyre dressing just sit on the bristles for a long period.

[@venturation]

Wonder how it would compare to NV Onyx? Either way certainly looks impressive.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I love both Perl and Onyx, I think Onyx would maybe sit between Perl and DarkSide in a few areas but maybe closer to Perl overall.

[@HyperSlayer72]

Hey there Sandro, had a question for you. I've got a friend with a 2007 BMW 328i, unfortunately he had a leak, and several gallons of water saturated the whole carpet which is of course molded with foam and can be as thick as three to five inches in some areas. We've already removed the carpet from the car. And allowed it to dry out. The whole thing is Thoroughly saturated in mold and mildew. I'm definitely not looking to restore the carpet to brand new, but you have any advice on how to at least improve it's condition? I want to at least get it mostly clean, and ensure that if I have to use water or other liquids in the cleaning process that they won't form more mold and mildew as the foam dries. Given that we're on a budget replacing the carpet is not an option. Thank you ahead of time, I appreciate any advice.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I’ve tackled similar carpet in some old cars I’ve restored and it’s actually come up extremely well. Once the carpet is out of the car just pressure blast all the mould off - it should come away quite easily. Then just use an APC/carpet upholstery cleaned and scrub all the carpet section by section very well with a slightly stiff brush. Then spend a good amount of time pressure rinsing it down and hang it to dry. Cleaning carpet outside of the vehicle is much easier than cleaning it in the vehicle and a pressure washer is your best friend here.

[@HyperSlayer72]

@@CarCraftAutoDetailing thank you so much for the reply. The main carpet cleaner I have right now is from Chemical Guys (the green foaming one) and to be honest I've been super unhappy with its results. Not the best smell, and doesn't leave the carpet feeling fresh. Could you recommend me the most dynamite product for carpet cleaning you've used?

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Shine Supply Carpet cleaner is a great one, here’s a link to it www.carsupplieswarehouse.com/products/carpet-cleaner-16oz-w-32oz-spray-bottle?sca_ref=2626353.3my6Lg9YtD

[@mariosantiago8931]

good day, happy new year! I ask you, can and is it safe to use the Darkside on black plastic, and for example I use the Dark on the rubbers and it still holds up, can I put pearl on top for maintenance or to make it shine again?

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Happy new year! I haven’t tested DarkSide on plastics so unfortunately I don’t have any data about that. All I can say at this stage is that it’s been designed for rubber with no mention about plastic use from Carpro.

[@1b0b]

Great video I cant believe i am going to say this but here goes For me when it comes to tyres I would prefer more longevity Just for the fact that the tyre will look cleaner and should help make the tyre easier to clean So i would forgo the hydrophobics but thats just me Every one is different You like what you like and thats what counts Does that mean i have turned to the darkside Keep the great content coming In Sandro we trust

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Thanks Bob and nothing wrong with wanting more longevity and cleaner looks tyres, I don’t think you’re alone there mate.

[@perfectshave85]

When you say it is potentially Solvent based, is that the same as petroleum/oil based dressings like Meguirs Endurance gel?

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

There’s different iterations of solvents that can be used and this is an area that is changing/advancing rapidly so I don’t want to presume too much. But generally yes, solvent based tends to mean it’s oil based.

[@Codriver72]

AE92 😍😍😍

[@Andy-From-England]

Hi sandro another awesome video with a fantastic review Sadly want to see my car its a state could grow potatoes on it lol Here in England we just come out of a hose pipe ban due to the recent hot weather Now we're in a really cold spell when it hitting -7 ⁰c grrr I try get it done when it warms up lol 😆 💯

[@racker3277]

Great video as usual Sandro. Personally i been using Gyeon Tyre Express for tyre dressing on my work van and after last week of washing and about 500km driving, it still have the satin shine to it but more so I really like the hydrophobic effect which it 'self-clean' itself quite well but the DarkSide really shines to me is the uniformity and the darkness of the tire are and I'm really looking forward to have one after it!

[@sbrick9589]

I like Nv ONYX been using that for a wile now how would this go aginest darkside.

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I think Onyx could sit between Perl and DarkSide in may areas but I’d say it’s probably closer to Perl overall.

[@sbrick9589]

@@CarCraftAutoDetailing thsnk you will get a bottle then to play with

[@dimmacommunication]

Best tire prep by far is Surfex HD

[@thingsido6067]

For sure! Also, if you have acces to the brand, Koch Chemie Green Star. Surfex has the tendency to dry out plastics and probably rubber as well. Greenstar looks a bit more mild but still very capable of cleaning grease, grime and dirt.

[@dimmacommunication]

@@thingsido6067 Yeah here in Europe Green star is available , in Germany is a dime a dozen :) Problem is that shipping kills a bit of price convenience

[@thingsido6067]

@@dimmacommunication that's a bummer 😕

[@HantsLeo]

As always, no BS and a good review

[@christopherkovacic6873]

Awesome review Sandro can't wait to try it, I recently bought Australia's ugliest van🤣 its almost new and have noticed the tyres had so much browning I cleaned them with 4 lots of wise guy when first got it and then last week with retyre and has seemed to gotten rid of it all, I noticed on a new kia Sportage I coated a 3 weeks back the same heavy browning and they are both the same brand tyres, thought maybe its because of the dealer tyre shine they used but seen the kia today and the browning is starting back already, in your experience is there a reason tyres can brown so much or some tyres just do? Thanks again for all the great content

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Thanks mate, and ugliness is in the eye of the beholder lol. I’ve certainly seen some solvent based dressings lead to browning over time and also noticed that some tyres are more prone to it - dressed or not - some even being relatively new. With a lot of new cars having huge delay times, sitting around and waiting for chips, it’s hard to know how old some of these parts including the tyres actually are. I know it’s frustrating but I don’t think you should be responsible for tyres browning after 3 weeks, that seems to me to be an issue of the tyre or something that happened beyond your control.

[@christopherkovacic6873]

@@CarCraftAutoDetailing ahaha that is true I can 100% say them staria loads are amazing inside but the front end takes some getting used to Thanks for the info really appreciate it to be honest the owner didn’t even notice it I was just giving it a quick wash to see how the coating was behaving and I was shocked.

[@JBaenaV]

Great Review.. Which of the three is better for interior rubber? Thanks

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

I can’t say I’ve compared the three on interior rubber, but maybe DarkSide would be be a good balance of the three there as well.

[@cc13cc9]

How's mantain darkside? :)

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Really well, I think 2 months plus is very realistic.

[@bestiarara]

sandro is definitely an italian!

[@qatar313]

Anyone noticed tyre yellowing after 2 weeks of use??

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

🎄Merry Christmas Sandro 🎄 I hope you have fun and relax over the holidays!

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

Merry Christmas mate and wishing you and your family a great holiday break!

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

@@CarCraftAutoDetailing Cheers mate

[@aldaley3537]

It would be awesome to get 2-3 months durability from this product.

[@dimmacommunication]

Perl gets eaten by 1200km of driving 😂

[@musikus7092]

I think Darkside is the same juice as Gyeon Tire

[@mashmout]

Gyeon tire seems to be a tad more shiny than darkside but both seem to hang on pretty good. Only garage testing for me so far...no rain or driving tests yet.

[@MikesAutoDetailing]

Great video

[@DavidC1]

😊😊😊😊

[@jasonphillips3865]

I swear by Carscope Tyre Ink.

[@williandetailersjb4797]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏😊😊😊😊😊

[@ntartaris]

For those on Michelin PS4S tyres, DO NOT use Blackout. It will yellow and brown the rubber, HORRIBLY!!! This was done after prepping the tyres properly. This is a known issue for MPS4S tyres. You've been warned!

[@isaacstacoify]

Sounds like tire blooming, goes away on its own after a while. Has nothing to do with tire dressing.

[@ntartaris]

@@isaacstacoify It's not blooming, as it would have already been there prior to application. There was no blooming prior. It only occurred AFTER application, therefore it has everything to do with the dressing! All other dressings don't cause this yellowing on my tyres. This has also been reported on other detailing forums, globally. It was removed with several applications of tyre cleaner and a stiff brush.

[@isaacstacoify]

@@ntartaris still sounds like blooming, but go ahead and keep thinking it's the dressing.

[@alexandercalderon7098]

@@ntartaris so far my PS4S (Hyundai OEM Spec) have not done this yet with blackout.

[@LSD04]

Rob from Gtechniq has changed the formula in their tyre gel because of MPS4S, there’s definitely something different in their compound.

[@richardlavoie6833]

Pearl is a joke on tire!!! It won't last more than a week!!!

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

First!!!

[@CarCraftAutoDetailing]

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