Which vinyl protectant is most durable for exterior applications?

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I have considerable exterior black trim on my truck. I've used many protectants like Armorall which looks great for one day then it streaks. It seems the most durable vinyl protectant for exterior applications is #40.



Any other recommendations for vinyl protectants for exterior applications?
 
I've been impressed with exterior-only products like Meguiar's Trim Detailer. I've got some #38 that I have high hopes for as it should be similar to Trim Detailer in lasting and such, but has UV protectants and antiozonants. :nixweiss
 
For a matte finish, I'd go with 303 Aerospace (available at West Marine Retail Stores or online at many places)



For a more shiny finish, I'd go with Vinylex (available at Pep Boy's Retail Stores and plenty of places online)



Those two top it off for both interior and exterior rubber, plastic, and vinyl surfaces for me. :D
 
Mantic6t9 said:
I don't like to use 303 on the exterior, it seems to streak pretty bad. I've had better luck with 1Z Tiefenpfleger.
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I agree.



I love 303 in the interior :xyxthumbs (especially my dash) but on exterior vinyl it streaked pretty badly and didn't hold up long at all:down
 
I've found the secret to using 303 on the exterior (I use it on my tires and grill) is after allowing it time to soak, buff thoroughly to remove any excess. This has eliminated streaking for me, and it actually keeps things black for a good while. This buffing somehow helps the durability according to a pamphlet from 303 (something about "setting" or bonding to the surface). I really like the matte, black finish it gives versus the shiny look of other products.



Dave
 
Dave Holmes said:
I've found the secret to using 303 on the exterior (I use it on my tires and grill) is after allowing it time to soak, buff thoroughly to remove any excess. This has eliminated streaking for me, and it actually keeps things black for a good while. This buffing somehow helps the durability according to a pamphlet from 303 (something about "setting" or bonding to the surface). I really like the matte, black finish it gives versus the shiny look of other products.



Dave
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That's the way i used it. Still had better luck with the 1Z Tiefenpfleger.
 
I just started using 3M marine vinyl protectant/cleaner. It is a white gel consistency of like a liquid wax. It leaves a matte, non greasy finish. It is a bit of a PITA to apply. It looks promising for durability.
 
I really don't recommend their use, but solvent-based rubber/vinyl dressings are reputedly more durable than their water-based counterparts...
 
Mantic6t9 said:
I don't like to use 303 on the exterior, it seems to streak pretty bad. I've had better luck with 1Z Tiefenpfleger.
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I have been doing some reading on this stuff and it sounds great.

Where can one find 1Z Tiefenpfleger at online?
 
I get 3-4 months out of VINYLEX on exterior rubber and hard plastic. I have done it twice since late September and all exterior pieces are still nice 'n black and beading water like crazy
 
For exterior trim I've been using a combination of two products. For the rubber trim around the windows, I use 1Z Gummi Pflege Stick. It really makes the rubber super black and it has a slight sheen to it. On the hard plastic trim and tires, I use 1Z Tiefenpfleger. The first time I used it, I didn't read the directions and buff it out, so I got streaking when it rained. Compared to 303 the Tiefen makes the black much darker and has a satin gloss to it. I like this look more for the exterior pieces and like the 303 matte for the interior.
 
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