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Title: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: Tom4388 on 27 September 2009, 23:29

Hi

The trims on my mk3 golf have started to fade and there lookin a bit grey :undecided:

i've tried back to black stuff and its poo it works for a bit but doesnt make the trims
look all that much better then it rains and just runs off  :cry:

is there a better way of gettin my trims black again???? is spraying them satin black an option???
if so how do i do it lol

cheers

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: hammerdrew on 28 September 2009, 22:19

Turtle wax Back to black is good... its silicone based so will stay for quite a while and no need to buff! Its cream colour so will not disturb your paintwork if you have dodgy hands  :grin: :laugh:

Or some people say boot polish, linseed oil and peanut butter, but whatever works for you!  :wink:

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: hammerdrew on 28 September 2009, 22:29

Try a search to.............. :laugh: :grin:




http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=125578.0   

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: Tom4388 on 28 September 2009, 23:39

Yeh i've tried boot polish and it didnt seem to make much difference
and i guy at work suggested peanut butter and we all laughed at him  :laugh:
have you heard of using satin black spray paint on trims?

thanks for the tips i'll try it this weekend

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: Wayne on 29 September 2009, 08:45

Have used and can recommend Autoglym bumpercare.

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: Deano2711 on 29 September 2009, 08:59

Hi Mate

After reading on here about boot polish I gave it a try and after a couple of coats it comes up a treat.  I take my car to the local IMO and after pulling out I coat my plastic in boot polish and it looks great. I only use the ASDA own costs 85p a bottle and has the foam end on it so goes on lovely. As I say after a few coats it comes up lovely just look at the picture of mine. This picture was took after cleaning the car but I had not used the boot polish for a couple of weeks.  If trying just watch out for runs as they are hard to get off if left a while.     Cheers     Deano

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: dragonfly on 29 September 2009, 11:07

I have tried the following: Black Wow, Mer Bumper Gel, AutoGlym Bumper care and Peanut butter.  The peanut butter involves more work and leaves a matt finish. Black Wow is good but even after a second wipe - the product still streaks. Mer and AG are both good.  Simple to apply and remove, leaving a fairly durable semi glossy finish.

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: wag,en,volks on 29 September 2009, 11:19

try a bit of heat as it often brings back the black ! (but be carefull!!)

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: bluquarta on 29 September 2009, 13:17

I did mine for the first time about 6 weeks ago with boiled linseed oil after reading about it on here. Absolutely spot on. My rear spoiler and front splitters were really grey and it still looks really black now even after rain. best thing about it is its dirt cheap from hardware stores and you only need a tiny bit at a time. a bottle will last years!

careful with disposing of the rags tho, can spontaneously combust apparently! :shocked:

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: Stronz on 29 September 2009, 16:46

I always used to use a bit of motor oil or cooking oil. Just remember to rub it in really well so it doesn't drip or run.

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: Tom4388 on 29 September 2009, 18:46

Thanks for all the suggestions,

In the end i decided to go for the boot polish again with the foam end and after a couple of coats it came out quite nicely
and it was cheap stuff from asda better than being bent over by the tw@s at halfrauds :laugh:

cheers

Title: Re: how do i make fading trims look new????????
Post by: tony_ack on 30 September 2009, 15:22

+1 for boot polish. I've been using this for the last 6 months with no problems. No running, and lasts for ages.

I use Morrisons brand 89p liquid scuff remover with foam applicator, not that cheapo Asda stuff   :grin: