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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    Based on this current update I think I would have to say I like the way the Pinnacle is looking over the others...

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    The Pinnacle is looking good, along with the 303. The Griots looks likes its streaking on the lower part or is that a reflection. Little dissapointed in the Blackfire, seems to be the lighest of the bunch but I guess that could be a good thing if you don`t want to darken the trim.

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    I`m actually liking the Blackfire because it looks the closest to the natural finish.

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    I think the angle of light coming from through the door is affecting the comparison. They all look to be holding up similarly, with subtle differences. The contrast shown by the tape marks shows that they are all still very much in place. The next couple of weeks I would suspect will show the true durability. Can we get a description of feel and any observations of dust accumulation or how they react to a dry cloth wipe?

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    I like the way 303 is looking. The darker the better!
    Get your shine on!

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    For about 2 weeks now they all look very good to me, go BlackFire!
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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    Great thread and the updates are amazing to watch! Great job Nick and this is very much appreciated!

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    Quote Originally Posted by dwgcmc View Post
    I think the angle of light coming from through the door is affecting the comparison. They all look to be holding up similarly, with subtle differences. The contrast shown by the tape marks shows that they are all still very much in place. The next couple of weeks I would suspect will show the true durability. Can we get a description of feel and any observations of dust accumulation or how they react to a dry cloth wipe?
    I agree the light may be affecting the results.

    Can a pic be taken using diffused light like in the AG garage?

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    Quote Originally Posted by dwgcmc View Post
    I think the angle of light coming from through the door is affecting the comparison. They all look to be holding up similarly, with subtle differences. The contrast shown by the tape marks shows that they are all still very much in place. The next couple of weeks I would suspect will show the true durability. Can we get a description of feel and any observations of dust accumulation or how they react to a dry cloth wipe?
    Quote Originally Posted by Bunky View Post
    I agree the light may be affecting the results.

    Can a pic be taken using diffused light like in the AG garage?
    The next update will take place in a garage and you can also expect a more thorough report of each product.

    Quote Originally Posted by Dr Oldz View Post
    Great thread and the updates are amazing to watch! Great job Nick and this is very much appreciated!
    Thanks!

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/5* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    **UPDATE**

    20 days after initial application, all four products are still going strong with minimal fading. Dust attraction is almost non-existent for each product which is fairly impressive.

    The following pictures were taken inside of a well lit garage.

    No flash





    With flash





    To test the durability of each protectant I rubbed a microfiber towel dampened with water across each section using moderate pressure.







    The damp microfiber towel affected each protectant but the Blackfire held up the best through this test.





    Expect another update in one week!






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    Re: *UPDATED 12/12* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    Is it just the lighting or is the pinnacle starting to fade slightly? Pinnacle is far left?

    do either of them feel slicker or greasy to the touch?

    thanks

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/12* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    It looks like the differences between them has diminished but all are still obviously there compared to the unprotected area.

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/12* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    Blackfire .......
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    Re: *UPDATED 12/12* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    Quote Originally Posted by CT3 View Post
    Is it just the lighting or is the pinnacle starting to fade slightly? Pinnacle is far left?

    do either of them feel slicker or greasy to the touch?

    thanks
    The lighting can be deceiving. All four are holding up fairly well so far and none of them have ever felt greasy or sticky to the touch.

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    Re: *UPDATED 12/12* Dashboard Protectant Face Off!

    Thanks to everyone for tuning it, but the comparison test is officially over. Upon checking the dash the other day, all four were diminished for the most part. All four products held up exceptionally well with some doing better than others. As you could see in all the updates, each product provided its own unique look as time went by.


 

 
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