Review: Carscope tyre dressing applicator - is this the best on the market?

I love the look of freshly dressed tyres....but I also loath dressing them as I end up scraping my knuckles and getting covered in product due to the rubbish foam applicators. So when I saw this clever little brush I thought "that needs trying". In this video I show you how I got on and give my verdict.
The Brush (now available through in2detailing, so I've linked to that instead as you may want other stuff in your order [and therefore not have to pay shipping twice]) bit.ly/3ROMVbt

[@SilverDomUK]

Look like a handy little gadget! Just ordered a couple to try. I normally use the Meguiars applicator but always struggle at the bottom of my tyres as they're low profile's! I like your yellow mats under the tyres, i had a similar idea using some tree felling shims like little ramps so it's easier to clean the bottom of the tyre walls and keep away from the ground!

[@SuperchargedLlama]

I've been really impressed with it as an applicator, I've bought another one so I've got different ones for different dressings (on cheap details I use Gyeon Express as it can on wet tyres, for higher level ones I use Gyeon Tire Q2, which needs dry wheels. Those floor tiles are absolutely brilliant, they make such a huge difference to being able to get the tyre cleaned and dressed.

[@dazdrum3390]

Just got myself one of those brush applicators, it’s the best for applying tyre dressing 👍🏻

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Welcome to the club! It's one of those things where you couldn't really believe the difference it would make, isn't it?

[@kuba7875]

great review, just ordered one, thanks for the link

[@SuperchargedLlama]

It's a great purchase. It's not just better than anything else I've used, it's miles ahead.

[@kuba7875]

@@SuperchargedLlama ordered yesterday, it was delivered today, I have to admit, the applicator is great, thank you

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@kuba7875 wow that was quick!! It's so soft isn't it....I had to rub it on my face 😜

[@kuba7875]

@@SuperchargedLlama It's super soft, absolutely amazing

[@garethdavies7564]

i brought this product while back its awesome ... being a part time valeter i found after snow foam and hand wash then rinse off dry wheels and tyres off first then add your choice of dressing then dry off rest of car that way it will give dressing to bond to tyre 👍

[@SuperchargedLlama]

That's a good time saving tactic, I'll give that a go. For my base level detail I use Gyeon Tire express which can go on wet tyres too....but it only lasts a week or so at the best of times.

[@garethdavies7564]

@@SuperchargedLlama i havent tryed that dressing yet but gyon is a good well known make il try it at some point .. i have tryed loads from garage theopy to autoglym...i want something that makes that tyre pop yet stays on the rubber for while 🤔

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@garethdavies7564 in that case, the Gyeon Tire Q2 will be good (the blue one) although for popping I don't think Megs Endurance has been beaten yet

[@garethdavies7564]

@@SuperchargedLlama i have looked in to the meg endurance i think il order them both see how i go thanks mate you been great help 👍

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@garethdavies7564 you're welcome! If you get a chance to it would be great to hear back with your findings.

[@23hublock1]

Just ordered one of these from Carscope, and two of their colour coded laser cut nozzles.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Goooood stuff! I'm waiting for the hoses to come back in stock and I'll be getting another order in with them too, I've just seen their new tyre dressing that's worth a look too.

[@johnwatson8192]

Great review and nice sooth video delivery which I find far nicer than the flash bang wallop what's up guys style.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

That is brilliant to hear. I loath the style you're describing too, it's too much about the person and their ego and not the product in my opinion?

[@johnwatson8192]

@@SuperchargedLlama I had the product in my basket and was about to check out when I noticed the price had increased, possibly due to your great review? Being a Yorkshireman I then decided to empty my basket and try one of the many detailing brushes I already have instead.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@johnwatson8192 that's an odd one. I may have misquoted the price in my video or perhaps it was a new batch they've got in, which due to exchange rates and taxes may have cost them more to purchase this time round.

[@vnani5812]

foundation brush works like a charm as tyre dresser

[@SuperchargedLlama]

They do, potentially not as durable....but they work!

[@dustin3700]

I want one but 28 USD just for shipping not a chance. Hopelessly they can go international and sell from Amazon

[@marcjarvis3975]

Been looking at there for a while, thank you. Would you now clean that applicator or just leave as is until next usage?

[@SuperchargedLlama]

I've just been wiping the excess off with a microfiber I've used in the rest of the detail and was going to get a wash. I used a bit of kitchen roll the first time as I was interested to see how much product got pulled out. Not too much was the answer, so MF cloth is what I went for. If it was loads of product them I'd stick with the kitchen roll. 👍

[@marcjarvis3975]

Supercharged Llama Detailing that’s really helpful, thank you

[@DesmondHughes]

What are those yellow pads under your tires and what’s their purpose??

[@SuperchargedLlama]

They're vented garage floor tiles, it keeps the tires off the ground enough to be able to clean all the way around them and then dress them without having to move the car. You can get Rim-mats now, but they didn't exist back then...and these are a LOT cheaper. Also works well on gravel driveways as it stops the stones and mud shooting up on the wheel.

[@jazzam8012]

great upload. would it be ok to use meguiars endurance tyre gel with this applicator cheers

[@SuperchargedLlama]

I can't say for sure on the one because of the solvents in it (and I gave my endurance away when I switched to the Gyeon options). I really don't want to give you incorrect information. Do drop Henri a line at Carscope though, he's only too happy to answer.

[@jazzam8012]

@@SuperchargedLlama cheers mate

[@MrDamodee]

I ordered one, at 28 quid (about that) and the box you get the brush, tyre dressing and a high quality tyre drying towel......now I thought that was good value. Not tried the brush but hate using the sponges!!!

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Oooo, does that have their own brand tyre dressing....what's it called...Ink or something?

[@MrDamodee]

@@SuperchargedLlama ink I think, never tried it as always stick with autoglym.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@MrDamodee the Autoglym one that Forensic Detailing recommends? I can see why, that stuff is nice!!

[@eddiel7033]

It's a women's makeup brush. Just resold as a "tire shine brush". Works though.

[@johnwatson8192]

Come on name names!

[@SuperchargedLlama]

I saw the same thing. The owner of Carscope assures me there are differences, but it can't hurt to go down to the make-up brush route can it?

[@codhruv839]

What make up brush? I live in the U.S and dont want to pay 25 pounds for shipping

[@eddiel7033]

@@codhruv839 I've posted the name, manufacturer and where to get it several times, keeps getting deleted. The only difference is a limited/exclusive production with black bristles.

[@11855alan]

Amazon has it for CDN$14.99. It’s called Fallimy Makeup Brush.

[@MrCsabaDosa]

Do you do (cleaning) anything to them after each use ?

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Not really, just give it a quick wipe over with kitchen roll, but that's about it. And I don't do that every time.

[@jtcrow]

Looks so much easier than the pads, and possibly easier to control coverage too?

[@SuperchargedLlama]

So much easier, it seems really accurate but also gives a nicer, more even finish. Even in the evil tyres I've got.

[@iancollins2325]

@@SuperchargedLlama Has it increased in price? I thought in your video it was £5+pp, but the website shows £6.95.Thanks keep up the good work.

[@sixtysecondsofstephens2386]

I just presumed those lines are to help the tyre get out of the mold or something. Bloody pain, my wife's tyres are like it.

[@jferreira339]

it seems prety good, outside UK you know where we can buy it?

[@SuperchargedLlama]

I don't I'm afraid, I know the owner of Carscope was searching high and low to find these so they won't be a common sight I suspect. Sorry I can't be of more use.

[@eddiel7033]

Falliny foundation makeup brush on Amazon.

[@dustin3700]

@@eddiel7033 thanks a ton literally the same thing just a different color bristles.

[@codhruv839]

@@dustin3700 Did you order it? If so how does it work because I cant justify paying $28 just for shipping

[@11855alan]

@@eddiel7033 Just checked it out on Amazon and there it is! Only $14.99, cheaper than the UK one. Thanks Eddie!

[@michaelstanley7908]

What is the product you are using please would like to try this product.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Are you referring to the tyre dressing itself?

[@michaelstanley7908]

@@SuperchargedLlama yes a good product to use as just getting back to my valeting again.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@michaelstanley7908 gotcha. It's www.in2detailing.co.uk/products/gyeon-q2-tire-400-ml?ghref=3377%3A373130

[@ad_182_uk]

How does it do on honeycomb grills?

[@SuperchargedLlama]

I've not tried but I can imagine the panels with the solid back and for honey comb pattern on it would be fine, for the hollow grills (that aren't gloss black) I use amzn.to/3M6tlEM

[@ad_182_uk]

@@SuperchargedLlama ahh yes. Very good thank you.

[@seethruhead7119]

5! I just paid 25 Canadian for this thing.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Those exchange rate, import tax and shipping costs are just mean aren't they? It's all relative I guess, but yeah... not nice. Like the Bilt Hamber products are great performers and good value here.... For you they're just great performers.

[@naughtysauce4323]

Wish these were an inch wider. Takes more time vs traditional applicator

[@SuperchargedLlama]

That is a very good point actually, I'd love that too!

[@ianjackson6751]

Hi mate your link does not work 404. Ho.hum may be they have gone bust cheers

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Re-jigged their site I think carscope.co.uk/products/another-product I'm not sure that URL is going to work either as there doesn't seem to be a direct one....but it links to the site 👍

[@ianjackson6751]

Tried your link and it worked ordered two thanks for your reply cheers ..

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@ianjackson6751 let me know how you get on with them if you get a chance, I'm still using mine and still very happy. No bristles have fallen out either, which is nice.

[@ianjackson6751]

hi have just received two brushes really cool had to collect as dpd could not be bothered to go to address given cheers

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@ianjackson6751 nice one! Enjoy a much MUCH easier tyre dressing life from now on dude!