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    I`m putting together an Autogeek order, and I`m wondering if I need to get some PB`s Trim Restorer or not. I`ve heard great things about it. Does 303 work as well on exterior plastic trim as Trim Restorer does?

    If the trim was neglected, I was going to use 303 Aerospace Cleaner on it, then 303 Protectant.

    Should I just get both - TR and 303 (cleaner and protectant)?
    Paul...

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    Trim Restorer is really an all in one product. It cleans and protects in one. Its cleaning properties are really good. I like it for removing light trim staining from wax as well. It leaves a glossy shine as well.



    303 doesnt leave as glossy of a shine, depending on what your looking for. You would also need to pre-clean any surfaces as you mentioned if they are in bad shape. I havent used it much on trim so I dont know how well it works in that area. It is suitable for tires, the dash, rubber seals, etc... whereas TR isnt as versatile.



    I havenâ€â„¢t really ever used a pre-cleaner for TR so I donâ€â„¢t think you would need one for it. Unless you have some really bad trim to work on already



    Hope this helps

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    Well I gave in and ordered the 303 cleaner and protectant, as well as the Poorboy`s TR. I figure I can always find plenty of uses for the 303 products, so it`s not like any of them would sit around and not get used.
    Paul...

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    303 has run after a rain every single time I have applied it to exterior trim (tires were different, perhaps because it soaked in?), regardless of how well I buffed it after 30-60 minutes of it sitting.

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    OK I`ll be using either PBs TR or AIO on trim, and the 303 combo will be reserved for interiors.
    Paul...

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    `99 Mazda Protege LX - highlight silver - RIP
    `95 Nissan Maxima SE - white - slathered with Pinnacle Paste Glaz - RIP

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    Originally posted by TW85 HHI

    303 has run after a rain every single time I have applied it to exterior trim (tires were different, perhaps because it soaked in?), regardless of how well I buffed it after 30-60 minutes of it sitting.


    I had the exact same experience when I tried 303 on my Convertible top. ... No matter how long I let it sit or how well I buffed it off, it ran on the car/ windows after a rain.

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    PB TS truly restores the trim. It cleans, shines, and protects in 1 step and will not wash away.



    I like using it for all exterior trim...My 303 sticks to the inside.

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    The shine lasts all of a day. Meguiars trim detailer is a lot better, less solventy, and more durable.

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    in my experience with 303, I dont think it soaks in well enough - no "staying" power - I don`t even like it on my dash board. I prefer a bit of a shine on my plastic & rubber everytime I`ve used 303 it looks like i just wiped the area down with a damp cloth. My first and last bottle of 303 has been banned to engine use only.

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    Originally posted by Corey Bit Spank

    The shine lasts all of a day. Meguiars trim detailer is a lot better, less solventy, and more durable.




    PB TS lasts a day?

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    Originally posted by GSRstilez

    PB TS lasts a day?


    On hard plastic, anyway. in my experience with it. Really doesn`t clean wax off trim too well.

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    PB`s TR wasn`t actually formulated to be used on smooth trim. I am fairly certain that it was designed to be used on textured exterior moldings such as those on the Chevrolet suburban/silverado.



    For my smooth trim, I use AIO followed by UPP using the WOWO method.

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    These issues with trim dressings are exactly why I have switched to using a paint cleaner + sealant on all nonporous exterior trim.

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    OMG!!!!, i just used UPP for the first time this week. AIO-UPP on trim, is holy shiznit!!!

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    Originally posted by JBM

    OMG!!!!, i just used UPP for the first time this week. AIO-UPP on trim, is holy shiznit!!!


    Wow that sounds pretty good! :lol
    Paul...

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