Black plastic door handles....

[unclearty]

I've got a MBenz with chrome/ black plastic inserts. The plastic isn't really black any more. I've tried cleaners..vinyl protectants, etc. What can I use to make them black again?

 

[Anthony O.]

Can you post a pic?

It would help us to give you a better answer and remedy if possible.

Anthony

 

[wayne]

Well..., after trying dozens of "promising" products..., here is the answer...,

http://www.premiumautocare.com/foreverblack.html

Ask Dwayne for the 2 part kit. It has a concentrated cleaner and the Trim Reconditioner.
It REALLY makes the parts look like new

 

[TheCompleteLook]

I keep saying that Mother's "Back To Black" is unbeatable. I have never had a problem that it hasn't worked, and it's very easy to use.

 

[wayne]

Mothers Back to Black is a clear silicone, if I remember correctly, Forever black is a black dye..., so there is really no contest on that one
I have used both...

 

[Beemerboy]

I agree with Wayne the Mothers is a silcone product that is great for rubber. I have used it on window rubber and the likes of that.

I have been using a product much like the one that you have provided the link to and it is the bomb. I've used it on door handles, mirrors, window moldings, etc.

 

[ashsarna]

I am confused . Are you guys saying that mothers is the one we should try or is it the forever black?

 

[wayne]

forever black

 

[ashsarna]

forever black

Thanks, that was what I thought initially.

wayne, any idea on how long it would last? I understand that it is a dye, but does that mean that it is permanent? Thanks in advance.

 

[wayne]

I tried it about 4 months ago and it is still doing fine. just use dressing like always..., I recommend 303 or you can even use Klasse SG, Zaino, or other non-staining protectant(UV protection prefered

 

[Beemerboy]

One last thing is make real sure that your handles or whatever you are dying is CLEAN. The dooor handles might have wax buildup! I use a 409 type of product while washing the car and brush it lightly and then wash off right away!

Let it dry before you finish the car and make sure that you have all the buldup off, the dye will stick to the plastic much better.

 

[wayne]

If you order the "kit", the cleaner is included. it is a concentrate and will last a LONG time. It is made specifically for this product, so there will be no "bonding" issues later down the road...

 

[ashsarna]

It appears that I will be ordering the kit !! Thanks guys.

 

[John Sharp]

I used the Forever Black on Dodge Dakota last year and I am now seeing small thin spots develop. I decided to apply another coat following the original steps and it looks great!

I suppose that eventually anyone using this product might have this happen. I dont know if it was typical or if my experience was unusual. I like the stuff and I have used it since.


Good luck,
John