Trim trick that really works

[donalds]

And we tried this to

 

[RickOTR]

What is that stuff? looks like shoe polish... Neat idea though

 

[donalds]

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What is that stuff? looks like shoe polish... Neat idea though

it's actually clear but I've had that can for years it lasts a long time

 

[J_C]

I've done something similar, originally using dielectric grease (which I still use on rubber trim), then switching to silicone brake lube, then after a long term trial (per each individual tube age, not per brand/model), I'm now using a very old tube of GE Silicone caulking that never sets... after long enough, the acid in it is gone, no longer smells like vinegar so then (not before) it is ready to use, and eventually it gets less wet than the dielectric or brake grease so less dust and grime sticks to it, but it never gets to a point where it's rubbery or lifts off as a white film like cured caulking can.

It's not a long term solution but neither is paint, yet in many cases paint looks better... but paint is more work and expense, when it's not like we're talking about restoring something to new condition.

 

[donalds]

This stuff seems to soak in to the plastic and it don't come off on your hands
You scan even power wash it

 

[J_C]

I've noticed it (the 3 I mentioned) does come off on a wash sponge slightly so I have to be mindful of that. The sponge transfers it to the adjacent paint which isn't very noticeable until it gets wet, then the water beads and runs off different than the rest. A mild detergent wash solution doesn't cut through silicone grease, which is otherwise a good thing.

 

[koda2000]

I've heard that using ceramic coating on fated plastic really brings it back to life. I haven't tried it yet, but I have a bottle of Avalon King ceramic coating which I plan to use on my daughter's Fusion soon. There should be plenty left over for experimenting with.