Ultima Tire & Trim Guard Plus Durability - Page 9

detaildoc · 03-16-08, 11:29

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Originally Posted by Gemini13

Thanks. I didn't realize it was supposed to have a sprayer. I just assumed it was a dispensing cap. Do you use the applicator supplied with the product? My intentions are to use it on my Explorer which has hardened plastic bumpers and fender flairs and was wondering if the blue or orange side would be preferential.

I do use it with the applicator that comes with it, but you can use any foam applicator you want.

Gemini13 · 03-16-08, 11:32

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Originally Posted by detaildoc

I do use it with the applicator that comes with it, but you can use any applicator you want.

Would you think the orange side would work better for hardened trim or the blue? Just curious as I have no experience with the product but was intrigued by your posts on the product and the Ultima line in general. I picked up most of it.

detaildoc · 03-17-08, 12:04

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Originally Posted by Gemini13

Would you think the orange side would work better for hardened trim or the blue? Just curious as I have no experience with the product but was intrigued by your posts on the product and the Ultima line in general. I picked up most of it.

Don't even try it. The orange side is for polishing and it won't spread UTTGP effectively. In addition, it might scratch the trim. In fact, I don't even use it on my paint as I tried it once and it caused micro marring.

Gemini13 · 03-17-08, 05:19

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Originally Posted by detaildoc

Don't even try it. The orange side is for polishing and it won't spread UTTGP effectively. In addition, it might scratch the trim. In fact, I don't even use it on my paint as I tried it once and it caused micro marring.

Thanks. I thought that might be the case but the directions aren't to specific and leave some room for interpretation.

detaildoc · 03-17-08, 05:21

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Originally Posted by Gemini13

Thanks. I thought that might be the case but the directions aren't to specific and leave some room for interpretation.

No problem. The orange side does work well though on harder clearcoats. The clearcoat on my car is as soft as it gets, it swirls just by looking at it. You're going to love this stuff, it works great.

AstroMax · 04-05-08, 08:03

For all plastic and rubber trim, mist the soft side of the Ultima Dual-Foam Applicator with Ultima Tire & Trim Guard Plus and wipe it on the surface to be treated. For all hard surfaces, including wheels, chrome trim, stainless steel trim, and exhaust tips, use the firm side of the applicator.

From instructions.

Bigpikle · 06-28-08, 01:39

any news on V2 in the 12oz bottles yet...been putting it off until that is available

GatorJ · 06-29-08, 05:47

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Originally Posted by Bigpikle

any news on V2 in the 12oz bottles yet...been putting it off until that is available

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jaobrien6 · 06-30-08, 01:03

I am waiting too. Last I was told, they are waiting until they sell out of the V1 in the 12 oz bottles, but that sucks, IMO. They are currently selling a product that they know doesn't perform as well as they want it to. They have a better version, but won't sell it to customers until we buy the rest of their stock of inferior version. At some point, they need to suck it up and take the loss for the sake of their customers. I'm definitely not going to buy a product that the manufacturer isn't happy with, I think I'd be an idiot to do so.

I do realize that the primary change between V1 and V2 is how it does on higher profile tires, but one of the vehicles I want to use it on is a subaru outback with (imo) relatively high profile tires. So... the wait continues.

RedlineIRL · 07-02-08, 09:27

How long have you all seen the UTTG holding up on exterior black plastic trim? Does it wash off easily, or does the water bead off it? I've been interested in trying it, but I don't know if I want to pay a whole lot for a product that is slightly better than the competition.

KnuckleBuckett · 07-03-08, 03:37

I have not had anything else hold up any better on trim. I do however stress that prepping the surface is very important. Also I multiple coat my trim. I coat, wait for it to dry, and repeat as often as time will permit.

I just purchased and tried 303 versus the Ultima. So far...I prefer the Ultima solution by far. I will give this a bit more time and a few more surfaces, but I was a little disapointed in the 303.

jaobrien6 · 07-03-08, 08:45

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Originally Posted by KnuckleBuckett

I have not had anything else hold up any better on trim. I do however stress that prepping the surface is very important.

What's your process for prepping the trim?