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    Is it me ... OR is it my products?

    I`ve had bad experiences with exterior vinyl dressings. Specifically Meg`s #39 and 303.

    They look fantastic when I first apply them, but in a day or so you can see "runs" and streaking.

    What am I doing wrong?:angry

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    Are you rubbing them in enough?

    I`ve had GREAT results with 303 and Adam`s VRT. I prefer 303 for all rubber/vinyl more than anything because of it`s superior protection.. Just buff it in a bit.

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    Originally posted by ranch4x4
    Are you rubbing them in enough?

    I`ve had GREAT results with 303 and Adam`s VRT. I prefer 303 for all rubber/vinyl more than anything because of it`s superior protection.. Just buff it in a bit.
    I would like to add one thing. Buff them in a lot!

    Charles

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    Thanks for the responses.

    What is your technique for exterior trim? Do you just apply, wipe off excess, then buff?

    Do you apply just one coat?

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    For exterior trim, especially textured black plastic I found that Vinylex worked really well. I apply it with a paper towel folded very small so I don`t get it on waxed surfaces.
    I can always get there from here!

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    Re: Is it me ... OR is it my products?

    Originally posted by CarGlow
    I`ve had bad experiences with exterior vinyl dressings. Specifically Meg`s #39 and 303.

    They look fantastic when I first apply them, but in a day or so you can see "runs" and streaking.

    What am I doing wrong?:angry
    You mean #40, right? #39 is heavy duty vinmyl cleaner, no dressing at all.

    I like to apply a dressing, allow it to penetrate for a few minutes, apply again and allow to penetrate, then buff with a MF to desired level of gloss.

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    Re: Re: Is it me ... OR is it my products?

    Originally posted by EBPcivicsi
    You mean #40, right? #39 is heavy duty vinmyl cleaner, no dressing at all.
    Yeah ... I meant #40. So many numbers. I want to try #38, but can`t find it.

    Thanks for your application tips.

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    For hard plastic exterior trim it depends on my car (Acura TL-S) it`s hard,shiny and probably coated (smooth) - on my roomate`s Ford Ranger it is textured on the side view mirrors and hard/flat (probably uncoated) on the door handles and windows....

    To clean it (my roomates) I use Poorboy`s Professional Polish - gets out all the wax marks and makes the plastic look brand new...then follow with Natural Look..two coats. I find when products like 303 streak on trim and plastic it is ususally a sign that it can`t get absorbed..
    You have activated my special ability....

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    Originally posted by groebuck
    For hard plastic exterior trim it depends on my car (Acura TL-S) it`s hard,shiny and probably coated (smooth) - on my roomate`s Ford Ranger it is textured on the side view mirrors and hard/flat (probably uncoated) on the door handles and windows....

    To clean it (my roomates) I use Poorboy`s Professional Polish - gets out all the wax marks and makes the plastic look brand new...then follow with Natural Look..two coats. I find when products like 303 streak on trim and plastic it is ususally a sign that it can`t get absorbed..
    Have you ever used PP on the tectured door handles of the ranger?

    Never thought of using the PP to remove wax from trim, I will have to try that.

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    Some dressings do not adhere well to a surface unless it is thoroughly cleaned. Others have some cleaning properties built in and do not require anything more than a simple wash with car wash soap.

    I use a variety of applicators depending upon the task at hand. For narrow pieces of trim, I use a cosmetic wedge sponge. You can get a few dozen of these for about $1. To get between small louvers (spelling?), like those on the hood near the windshield, I use a 1" foam paint brush. For wider areas, I either use a round yellow foam applicator or a 2"-3" foam paint brush.

    For any of the above methods, I wait about 15 minutes after application and then buff with a dry cotton towel.

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    yah

    I used it on the ranger handles and some of the lower plastic trim
    You have activated my special ability....

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    I use Poorboys Natural Look or Bold n Bright with great results. I`ve not tried his Trim Restorer but have heard great things.
    Dream big and be willing to do the work to get there.

 

 

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