Black WOW or 303 Protectant ?

buja · 06-23-08, 04:31

I'm kind of confused with both products, not sure which one to get.
Does Black WOW provide long term protection like the 303 ?
or vice versa, does 303 protectant help restore the look of exterior trim ?

I'm thinking the common areas of black trim like the wiper area strip, and the part holding the side mirrors. mine's a little faded / light grey instead of black at the moment.
was thinking if I skip black wow, would the 303 restore the blackness and also provide long term protection ?

what about the door shuts / those with silicon or rubber seals. I think it's to be applied with 303 , but what about black wow ? or should I just leave these rubber seals as they are ? not worth spending the $ ?

wfedwar · 06-23-08, 04:40

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Originally Posted by buja

I'm kind of confused with both products, not sure which one to get.
Does Black WOW provide long term protection like the 303 ?
or vice versa, does 303 protectant help restore the look of exterior trim ?

BW is much better at cleaning up the look of old trim and will also last much longer. 303 is not that good for exterior use, at least not compared to products that are designed for it.

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Originally Posted by buja

what about the door shuts / those with silicon or rubber seals. I think it's to be applied with 303 , but what about black wow ? or should I just leave these rubber seals as they are ? not worth spending the $ ?

I wouldn't use BW on soft rubber. This is because it really needs to be buffed to apply it properly and you'll just tear up soft rubber. 303 is fine for this.

toyotaguy · 06-23-08, 04:42

303 wont restore faded trim like BW will from what I have read...

Legacy99 · 06-23-08, 04:43

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Originally Posted by buja

I'm kind of confused with both products, not sure which one to get.
Does Black WOW provide long term protection like the 303 ?
or vice versa, does 303 protectant help restore the look of exterior trim ?

I'm thinking the common areas of black trim like the wiper area strip, and the part holding the side mirrors. mine's a little faded / light grey instead of black at the moment.
was thinking if I skip black wow, would the 303 restore the blackness and also provide long term protection ?

what about the door shuts / those with silicon or rubber seals. I think it's to be applied with 303 , but what about black wow ? or should I just leave these rubber seals as they are ? not worth spending the $ ?

Black WOW is the best for your exterior trim. Black WOW should not be used on rubber. Use Gummi Pflege for your rubber seals.

ptaylor_9849 · 06-23-08, 04:47

Don't waste your 303 on exterior applications as it won't hold up. Keep it for interior dressing. Black Wow is ok but I have other exterior dressings that work just as well and are easier to apply. For instance: Eiman Fabrik Black Sapphire Gel. It looks the same as BW but goes on MUCH easier. I'm currently on the fence about possibly returning my BW to Autogeek. Twenty five bucks a bottle

Come on.

Patrick

buja · 06-23-08, 04:48

what other alternatives do I have for restoring and protecting exterior trims ?
optimum tire bond gel , poorboys trim restorer ?

this is new unchartered territory for me...

thesacrifice · 06-23-08, 04:55

If you arent looking for any kind of restoring properties and just protection...there are any number of waxes and sealants that are trim friendly.

buja · 06-23-08, 05:03

how could i forget...i have opti seal !

so i guess i will just get an exterior trim restorer then protect using opti seal then

SilverLexus · 06-23-08, 05:14

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Originally Posted by Legacy99

Black WOW is the best for your exterior trim. Black WOW should not be used on rubber. Use Gummi Pflege for your rubber seals.

Actually 303 works very well on rubber seals, especially door seals.

Legacy99 · 06-23-08, 05:15

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Originally Posted by buja

how could i forget...i have opti seal !

so i guess i will just get an exterior trim restorer then protect using opti seal then

I tried that route 4-6 weeks durability. BW been on for 3 mos. and only now showing a little wear. $25 bucks for I believe 4 oz. which isnt much product, but a little goes a long way, like 5 yrs.

buja · 06-23-08, 05:23

im gonna be a cheapskate and ask what about the poorboys or optimum products ?

toyotaguy · 06-23-08, 09:52

meguiars hyper dressing....buy a gallon and you will never run out if you always just use it on your car...diluted 1:1 it works great....