Tire Protection?

[hoser]

Hi
I am looking for some tire protectant that will protect my tires from the elements, I want to get as many years out of my tires as possible, I wont wear them out but I dont want them to dry rot or crack, what really works and protects?

I am not looking for a armorall shine I am only looking for protection I could care less if my tires have a armorall new look to them again I am talking about rubber protection here.

I assume buying a tire cover is one layer of protection...

Thanks in advance..

[timbuk]

how about vaseline? 1001 uses we used to use it when painting then wiped it off and the paint went off also i use it on old car seals and it works good petroleum product i believe oh yea dont ever put the prep h next to the toothpaste

[phillbus914]

Some old man once told me to rub brake fluid on the tires... anyone else ever hear of that?

[hoser]

Thanks guys, I know covers are good for UV rays but other things dry rot or crack tires like ozone so I need something to protect the tires from things other than UV.

Seat covers are long gone, crap I never thought about using them for tire covers, I kept the seat covers for a week or so trying to think of a use for them DOH!

Keep in mind I am not looking to make the tires look good I am looking for protection...

Thanks again

[phillbus914]

I did a google search on this and found this thread... http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=25965

Sounds like food Food Grade Silicone Lubricant Spray is a cheap way to prevent dry rot. I think I'm going to pick up a can and give it a try.