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Big Blue HD

01-31-2002, 11:03 AM

What works well to clean/shine this junk up? I just noticed the fronts of my wheel flares (black textured style ones) are stained white thanks to this stupid rock salt :mad: what would get that crap off and protect it?

scrapin'

01-31-2002, 05:10 PM

Mothers "Back to Black" usually does a great good of making textured black trim look brand new. Sometimes you have to do a few appplications to get it to "soak in".

99GMC

01-31-2002, 05:48 PM

Shoot, we used something back when I worked in a bodyshop that was awesome, but I can't remember the name:( What about Armor All?

454ss

01-31-2002, 06:43 PM

Originally posted by 99GMC
Shoot, we used something back when I worked in a bodyshop that was awesome, but I can't remember the name:( What about Armor All? No armor all, it turns white after a while.

Jokeman

01-31-2002, 06:46 PM

That back to black stuff works ok. I was thinking about it and wondered if black shoe polish would work if you were careful. Ive never polished any shoes but it was just a thought.:D

99GMC

01-31-2002, 06:52 PM

Originally posted by 454ss
No armor all, it turns white after a while.

Got ya, like I said I can't remember:LOL:

Jokeman

01-31-2002, 06:54 PM

Originally posted by 99GMC

Got ya, like I said I can't remember:LOL:
Josh way too much black plastic on your rig to shine.:D :D :LOL: :LOL:

pebbleboy

01-31-2002, 07:02 PM

Ive been using armor all on mine and it still looks fine after a year

Big Blue HD

02-01-2002, 07:42 AM

how about a can of black spray paint :LOL:

I'll pick up a bottle of back to black soon, it just snowed again so it looks like it'll be a while before I'll bother trying to get the salt off :rolleyes:

CKTA

02-01-2002, 08:21 AM

Lexoil in the blue bottle, will not stain or run off as easy as the rest.

GMCtruck

02-01-2002, 09:54 PM

Go to your local RV or Marine supply store and pick up a bottle of 303 Aerospace Protectant. You can put 303 on your dash, rubber seals, interior and exterior plastic parts. 303 contains no silicone and will not hurt painted surfaces. I originally bought 303 for my tonneau cover, but it's all I use now for plastic/vinyl surfaces. You have to apply 303 about once every month or two, but it does a good job restoring surfaces to like new condition without the artificial silicone look. 303 isn't cheap, but I bought the large bottle and it has lasted for a long time and I still have alot left to use. I simply apply 303 to a cotton applicator and apply it to the surface to be protected and then wipe off with a cotton towel. I even use it on the steering wheel and it doesn't get slippery like the silicone stuff.

Here's the link if you are interested.

http://www.303products.com/home.htm

Disclaimer: I do not sell 303 or have any financial interest in the company. 303 is simply the best stuff I have ever used and I highly recommend it!!