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Great to know, thanks for the tip glen e.
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I thought OC only gave minimal gloss and would only bond to a clean surface. That means the plastic would have to be pretty glossy beforehand.
didn`t know UC would do such a good job on plastic. Makes you wonder if plast X is a redundant product...
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this dome was redone about 2 months ago with a cutting pad and UC..today`s UC just knocked off some of the light oxidation that was there - it was a good surface to start - but now it will stay that way...my intent of the post...but yes, UC is killer for hard plastic....I have done 5 antennas now and all have come back from the dead to showroom gloss...The "tire wet" is ISP 30/70 to clean the dome before starting...
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That`s an excellent application for Opticoat, good job.
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Chris@Optimum
That`s an excellent application for Opticoat, good job.
how long would you say the protection will last, Chris?
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Come on, Glen, you just bought a new antennae and put some Tire Wet on there. :)
Great info! I love 303 as well, but nice to know there is an option to keep it looking new for longer.
Thanks for sharing!
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glen e
how long would you say the protection will last, Chris?
In theory, it should prevent oxidation and last until removed...but I`m not aware of any long term marine applications. I have applied it to a few houseboats, but have since given the maintenence to my detailing partner, so I`m not sure how they are holding up.
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I use my tire wet bottle for IPA as well. Love the sprayer. Once I am low on sealants, Opti-Coat is going in my cart.
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Very happy with results - followed up today with nav lights, handles/latches, speaker grilles (14)......and vhf antenna.