Best product for black trim? *Turbo Tail* etc...

[Texas Turbo]

Hey Pelicanheads I need some advice.

I am looking for the best product to protect all of the black trim on my 930. The tail and bumperettes are still in good shape but not perfect. I am looking for some suggestions on what products to use.

I have used a few silicone based products and they are too slimy and don't seem to do anything. Can anyone make a recommendation?

Thanks in Advance

-Texas Turbo

[jyl]

I've been using "Black Chrome", available at auto parts stores like Kragen etc. Sort of a gray cream, you put in on, rub it in, buff it out. Seems to last a few weeks. Non-slimy, satin finish.

I think there are some other products out there that are sort of black dyes meant for tires. Not sure I'd use them without testing on a hidden spot.

Pelican's tech tips section has some articles on the subject. Also see www.carcareonline.com for some more articles and a list of fancier products.

[toman]

If you can find it, there is a product called Black Again. it comes in a white and black tube/ bottle sort of thing, and is awesome. It's a white cream, and it works on most any color plastic and rubber, not just black stuff. Definately my first choice, but I'm not sure who sells it anymore since I think they sold the name or something.

[dwPT]

Definitely Black Chrome.

[Moses]

I think something glycerol based works great. The rubber/tire treatment from Zaino works great and lasts a LONG time.

[75'930cab]

yeah, Definitely Black Chrome

[tchanson]

I've had pretty good results on exterior rubber trim with 303 Aerospace Protectant.
No silicones, fairly long lasting, non-greasy, non-shiny finish, good UV protection.

Tim

[Eric Coffey]

Anything with high glycerin content (or simply straight glycerin), with no silicones will work great. 303 is really good too, and keeps the rubber protected the best from UV rays (#1 enemy). Also, the old "Black Again" was the best stuff ever, but has since been bought out and the formula now contains silicone (#2 enemy).

[briankeithsmith]

Mothers Back To Black

[Dougster]

Why is silicon a bad thing? Cool saying Eric!

[Texas Turbo]

Thanks for all the help! I will look at my local parts store to see if they carry any of the products you suggested.

[stealthn]

Did use Black Again, now use Mothers Back to Black - excellent product on Porsche rubber...

[chuckr]

I have had the best results using MeQuiars Endurance Tire Gel on all black rubber surfaces,I have not heard of the Black Chrome so I have no way to tell about it, sounds like it is good stuff.I use the 303 on all interior vinyl and it is the best ! You might try Van's there in Austin or Pepboys. they have the best selection in town,Carcareonline has the best selection on the web.Are you a PCA member ? Austin's PCA club is very good.

[bigchillcar]

The purple-colored Meguiar's stuff has worked miracles at restoring black trim for me as well as a nice silicone-free job on the tires.
Ryan

[Wil Ferch]

I have the purple Meguir's too, but the smell reminds me of silicone...are we sure it's not a silicone product?

As for another answer.....peanut butter.....yep..peanut butter...don't laugh.

---Wil Ferch

[Texas Turbo]

Thanks again for all the help, guys!

Chuckr... Thanks for the tips. I'll check out Pep Boys. I am a PCA member and have been very impressed with the HCRPCA. I am looking forward to getting out to one of the DE's at Texas World Speedway or Motorsports Ranch. I see that you too are in Austin, are you an active member?