PB's TR outlasted by 303 on exterior

[wifehatescar]

I tried a 2" faded section of windshield trim with TR and a 2" faded section with 303. I applyed, waited 10 minutes and then buffed both off.
The 303 looked better to me (darker) but I expected it to wear off quick....

well 3 weeks later (and 2 rains later), the area that had the 303 applied still is barely noticeable, the TR was gone over a week ago!
I was expecting the TR to last much longer based on all the positive things I've heard, anyone have any commets?

 

[Poorboy]

is that trim smooth plastic or grained vinyl? TR is not meant for smooth plastic

ps...did you shake the TR....we left that off the directions by mistake:doh

 

[wifehatescar]

It is rather smooth, it's the front windshield trim of my 98 Integra. All my exterior trim is smooth except for the lower skirt. I try to shake all my products before use.
Why would it work on a slight grain but not on a smooth trim piece?

Would BnB or NL work on smooth trim or do you really not have a product for that?

ps-I tried PwC and EX on a 2" section too but the look did not change (although I'm sure it was protected now)

 

[rockford33]

Will Pro Polish work to remove old wax from smooth black plastic trim? Is it basically completely car friendly (i.e. can I just go from the roof, and go down to the rear window, and not harm the trim)? Are all PB's products "trim friendly"?

 

[awd330]

Will Pro Polish work to remove old wax from smooth black plastic trim? Is it basically completely car friendly (i.e. can I just go from the roof, and go down to the rear window, and not harm the trim)? Are all PB's products "trim friendly"?

Pro Polish is probably one of the least "trim friendly" products in the Poorboy's lineup. It is very good for removing all types of surface contamination, but you must buff thoroughly before it has a chance to completely dry to avoid staining. Polish with Carnauba would be my preference for smooth trim, while Trim Restorer is my product of choice for textured trim.

 

[ranch4x4]

Trim restorer has cleaning ability right?

 

[awd330]

Trim restorer has cleaning ability right?

Yes, Trim Restorer does have some cleaning ability. However, heavily stained trim would benefit from a separate cleaning process prior to dressing with Trim Restorer.

 

[Poorboy]

It is rather smooth, it's the front windshield trim of my 98 Integra. All my exterior trim is smooth except for the lower skirt. I try to shake all my products before use.
Why would it work on a slight grain but not on a smooth trim piece?

Would BnB or NL work on smooth trim or do you really not have a product for that?

I did some testing the other day and found the new QD+ to work best on smooth trim...nice and clean look and can be buffed out...

Dressings are best for materials that are porus not hard and smooth:hippi

 

[ranch4x4]

Yes, Trim Restorer does have some cleaning ability. However, heavily stained trim would benefit from a separate cleaning process prior to dressing with Trim Restorer.

I gotcha on that. I always use a white eraser to get rid of the staining on plastic trim and it hasn't failed me yet, I bet TR would be great to use afterwards. :headbang

 

[awd330]

I gotcha on that. I always use a white eraser to get rid of the staining on plastic trim and it hasn't failed me yet, I bet TR would be great to use afterwards. :headbang

Yes, I've used the white vinyl eraser trick too. Works pretty well for isolated stains, but not the best solution for wide expanses.

 

[ranch4x4]

What do you recommend for large area stains on trim?

 

[awd330]

What do you recommend for large area stains on trim?

I use a 50/50 water and isopropyl alcohol mix. However, as was discussed in a recent thread, this solution has a drying effect. It's not something that should be used on a frequently recurring basis. If you need to repeatedly clean the same trim, you should either: be more careful , tape off the trim before detailing, switch to non-staining products, or use a dedicated trim cleaner like Meguiar's #39.