Rubber protectorant - is this for real?

[vamram]

A friend of mine sent me this link - something called 303 aerospace protectorant used on tires that have over 100k mile on them and still look new.

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Is this shit for real??

Would be great for window seals and tires of course.
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[davidw99]

Remember Slick 50 engine treatment? They settled a suit with the FTC because their product could, according to the FTC, actually harm engines by blocking oil passages.

Let other people try this stuff on their tires.
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[TX-73]

I've used it for years on interior and tires and have been happy with it. I can't say about the 100k claim because my tires have never gone that far lol. I much prefer it to the other products on the market.
I don't spray the tread, just the sidewalls , leaves a nice low level sheen. I don't like slick finishes.
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[hotsam]

I use Aerospace 303. It does NOT last 100k miles - but it is a good protectant that isn't slimy or off-gas everywhere.
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[dirtkeeper]

Ok , I had to take a look. My first impression? BS that tire has 100K on it. Believe it might keep the sidewalls in good shape but isn’t going to stop a tire from wearing which seems what he is saying.

Could be good stuff. Just not going to stop a tire from wearing

[baldessariclan]

Yeah, have used product this for years, mainly on fiberglass stuff (boats, etc.) -- it is a pretty good protectant overall. I like it better than silicone-based products (e.g. "Armor All", and similar).

It will darken old grey / cracked rubber of tire sidewalls -- makes them look nicer / newer, if nothing else. As to if actually extends the life of the rubber, doubt it has much effect if the rubber is pretty old and far gone to begin with.

[vamram]

Good to know it's legit for the smaller stuff. A buddy of mine is buying a gallon of it and is all-in on testing the tire claims. For less the 40 bucks a gallon, probably worth a shot.
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[Tim Donahoe]

Victor, I use this product on my cars for the window rubber. From my research, this has proved to be far superior to Armor All. But the directions say to spray it on and immediately wipe dry.

As far as making the tires last forever, that claim is ridiculous. Aerospace 303 is a superior UV protectant, but I don't see how the wear from the friction and heat of driving the tires on the road can be reduced by this product. The tire may not crack or show sun damage on the sidewalls, but extending the life of the tread is quite another matter.

Tim
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