Do any of you treat the black plastic lower band, mud flaps and similar items? If so, what do you use?
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Exterior black plastic trim - treating or preserving?
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Yes! The best detailing I’ve done to my Black Edition was to treat the trim. I coated the paint as well, but the trim was a complete transformation.
Gyeon Trim is what I used. Even though my trim was “fine” at the time of application last year, I was floored at how deep black it looked. I’m fairly confident I’ll apply again this spring, although it still appears to be protected and much darker than it began.
I cannot recommend a coating more... but I’m truly addicted to detailing, so perhaps others have a less fanatic method. It was my biggest concern after buying the truck - all the Chevy Avalanche’s and Honda Elements suddenly appeared in front of my eyes with the grey faded plastic. Glad I no longer have that fear.
I learned everything on Esoteric Car Care’s YouTube page if you’re interested.
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Gyeon Trim is what I used. Even though my trim was “fine” at the time of application last year, I was floored at how deep black it looked. I’m fairly confident I’ll apply again this spring, although it still appears to be protected and much darker than it began.
I cannot recommend a coating more... but I’m truly addicted to detailing, so perhaps others have a less fanatic method. It was my biggest concern after buying the truck - all the Chevy Avalanche’s and Honda Elements suddenly appeared in front of my eyes with the grey faded plastic. Glad I no longer have that fear.
I learned everything on Esoteric Car Care’s YouTube page if you’re interested.
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I wipe the plastics with 303 (marine grade.) love how things glide across the composite truck bed after a fresh wipe.
A friend swears by leather only conditioner from his Lexus dealership. Hey he gave me a free bottle so I'm using it. Otherwise since nowadays most of it is pleather I was going to use 303 as well.
A friend swears by leather only conditioner from his Lexus dealership. Hey he gave me a free bottle so I'm using it. Otherwise since nowadays most of it is pleather I was going to use 303 as well.
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I use Meguiar's Paint Protect. Works well on all the plastic and paint. Just OK on glass. $1.00 at the dollar store.
I have used Meguiars Ultimate Black Restore with good success.
https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Ult...p/B0055PD1H4/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=meguires+black&qid=1551646846&s=gateway&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Ult...p/B0055PD1H4/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=meguires+black&qid=1551646846&s=gateway&sr=8-3
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Another 303 user.
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Meguires Gold Class, same I use on the paint. Does not turn white on black plastic and bead water like no tomorrow.
303 for the interior seats and trim on my RTL-E
303 for the interior seats and trim on my RTL-E
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I've never treated the black plastic on any of my Ridgelines including the one I kept for over four years and it still looked brand new after nothing but weekly hand washes. Whatever plastic formulation Honda uses holds up much better than the plastic used on some other vehicles (Jeep Wranglers and Chevrolet Avalanches come to mind).
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The RL has so much black plastic, I'd prefer painted plastic that you could just wax. Whatever you do, before waxing hit the plastic with something I use the Meguirs Gold Class or the 303. Our older 02 and 09 CRV's that have spend years outside all have noticeable fade on the wheel wells and pretty much any of the black plastic. For the wife's 15 it's garaged so no noticeable fading yet but I hit it with the Meguirs as well. I think this stuff offers some protection so it's an experiment in progress. I started a thread about this a few years back, the lesson is to protect the black before you wax.
I see some pics on the forum of BE's with plastic that looks lighter (faded already?) than the paint, looks terrible. That's the beauty of painted plastic. I see some sort of painted plastic protector on the F-150's, looks great.
I see some pics on the forum of BE's with plastic that looks lighter (faded already?) than the paint, looks terrible. That's the beauty of painted plastic. I see some sort of painted plastic protector on the F-150's, looks great.
McGuire’s Gold Class way is the best I have ever used and I have tried them all. It is not cheap but worth it. I apply with PorterCable and remove by hand with a towel. Awesome finish!
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I use 303 as well. I guess I'm not the only one to use it.
My buddy swears by this stuff not cheap though
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLN7NNE/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_8?smid=A2NVTJ33QP5MLM&psc=1
Worth looking into
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLN7NNE/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_8?smid=A2NVTJ33QP5MLM&psc=1
Worth looking into
I am aware of that product and it looks to be pretty good stuff. As you mentioned, it is expensive. Follow the directions and you will be okay. I applied a similar product and did not wipe off the residue (because it was sticky) before it dried. The coating ended up being too thick and caused scaling a few months down the road.
@zroger73 , did you park your 4 year (long term) RL in the garage? I keep mine outside most of the time and the trim looks weathered.
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For its first year, it stayed under a carport at night and out in an open parking lot during the day. For its second year, it stayed outside all the time. For the remaining two years, it stayed in a garage at night and outside during the day. Basically, it was in the sun most of the time. I never put anything on the plastics. The vehicle was hand washed using Turtle Wax Zip Wax Car Wash and city water. The black paint on the composite bed panels faded to gray and the headlights were beginning to cloud ever so slightly, but the black plastic trim still looked new.
For over 50 years I have been a "Car Guy" working on and maintaining various vehicles and have used countless waxes, polishes etc.
A few years I ago purchased Wipe New Trim Restorer and was and still am totally amazed. I used it on a C6 Corvette and 2013 Toyota Rav4. It keeps the black looking as if it just came off the assembly line. Can't say enough good things about the product!
Reapplied approximately once every 4-5 years. Also vehicles have been garaged.
I don't have any affiliation with the company or product other than turning into a loyal customer! Save your money, no need to by anything else.
Forgot to mention I use it on my Lunar Silver RTL-E.
I love my truck!
A few years I ago purchased Wipe New Trim Restorer and was and still am totally amazed. I used it on a C6 Corvette and 2013 Toyota Rav4. It keeps the black looking as if it just came off the assembly line. Can't say enough good things about the product!
Reapplied approximately once every 4-5 years. Also vehicles have been garaged.
I don't have any affiliation with the company or product other than turning into a loyal customer! Save your money, no need to by anything else.
Forgot to mention I use it on my Lunar Silver RTL-E.
I love my truck!
I am another fan of 303 protectant. I use it on the bottom on my canoe (polymer bottom) which I store outside. Great marine grade UV protectant.
If the plastics are already faded, I am a fan of this stuff. Use it in a well-ventilated area. It is legend among older Avalanche owners:
https://www.amazon.com/Carworx-133-175-Refinish-Restorer-500ml/dp/B008A5GRHM
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If the plastics are already faded, I am a fan of this stuff. Use it in a well-ventilated area. It is legend among older Avalanche owners:
https://www.amazon.com/Carworx-133-175-Refinish-Restorer-500ml/dp/B008A5GRHM
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