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

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CarGlow

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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
 
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.
 
ranch4x4 said:
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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I would like to add one thing. Buff them in a lot!

Charles
 
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?
 
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.
 
CarGlow said:
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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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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EBPcivicsi said:
You mean #40, right? #39 is heavy duty vinmyl cleaner, no dressing at all.
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Yeah ... I meant #40. So many numbers. I want to try #38, but can't find it.

Thanks for your application tips.
 
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..
 
groebuck said:
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..
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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.
 
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.
 
I use Poorboys Natural Look or Bold n Bright with great results. I've not tried his Trim Restorer but have heard great things.
 
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