protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

[arcticreaver]

guys, i'm sorry if this has been asked, but could any of you please point me to the right direction?

looking to keep the black plastic exterior parts of my new car as black as it can get and maintaining it that way.

[Mike Phillips]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

Is this the textured black plastic trim?

Or is this dull smooth plastic?

Or shiny smooth plastic?


What are you working on?

[arcticreaver]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

i think it is dull black plastic. i have the 370z. the black plastic parts are by the side mirrors and the front which has the grill like part.

[Mike Phillips]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

You can use this for most textured and dull plastic and rubber components.

G10810 Gold Class Trim Detailer



For the grill you might like this better because you apply it like you were using a spray can of paint since it's aerosolized.

G13415 Exterior Trim Coating

[arcticreaver]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

i've read on other forums where they used something called the "meguiars back to black" and the layer where it was applied was flaking off and turning white. the two products listed above is safe and i wont see the flaking and turning white, right?

[Carfire]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

It is Mother's Back to Black

[arcticreaver]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

It is Mother's Back to Black

hmm i see. so are we to stay away from that product?

[Carfire]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

I used it a few times.
But Gold Class Trim Detailer is an excellent Product.
Not to be mistaken, but the Back to Black was good too.
But I like Gold Class Trim Detailer Better, plus in my opinion it lasts longer too.
It really comes down to personal preference.

[akimel]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

i've read on other forums where they used something called the "meguiars back to black" and the layer where it was applied was flaking off and turning white. the two products listed above is safe and i wont see the flaking and turning white, right?

I have not run across this particular complaint about Mother's Back to Black, which is in no way to question this one person's experience with the product. Sometimes a product might not work out on a particular car for any number of reasons--inhospitable ambient conditions, user error, bad product, etc. So it is important to look for multiple complaints of the same kind. My impression is that Back to Black typically receives pretty good reviews, as far as trim restorers go. People are often disappointed by trim restorers.

I have had good luck with Gold Class Trim Detailer and am happy to recommend it.

[MrCLRider]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

if we are talking about Mothers, what about Black Wow? thats not going to get me in trouble is it?

[Ganesa]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

i heard black wow was a good product also, but never tried so, i wont give a comment on that.. im looking forward to try the GC Trim detailer next weekend.. im still waiting for the weather to clear up here.. its pouring down with rain every day...

[Mike Phillips]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

if we are talking about Mothers, what about Black Wow? thats not going to get me in trouble is it?

No, you can openly discuss any product you want to discuss on this forum.

[Tuck91]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

FWIW, M40 is a great product for dull/faded trim.

[Escape Artist]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

if we are talking about Mothers, what about Black Wow? thats not going to get me in trouble is it?

Cant Find Black Wow up here in the nort.

[TexasChallenger]

Re: protecting the black plastic parts on the exterior

I use Meguiar's Natural Shine Vinyl and Rubber Protectant and the black plastic looks great. What's the difference between what I use and the other two products recommended? fficeffice" />