| Author | Message | ||
     Federico (Fede) New Member Username: Fede Post Number: 8 Registered: 05-2003 |
I have a 96 DI whose black plastic bumpers are really faded-I used to use a product called Black Again but I heard the Co. went out of business; I was wondering if anyone knows of another product out there that will last more than 1 week (currently using Meguiar's). Thanks | ||
| Eugene (Eugene) Member Username: Eugene Post Number: 53 Registered: 02-2003 |
The formula for Black Again was purchased by another company and is being sold again. http://www.properautocare.com/blacagextrim.html While I haven't used it myself, it's worth a shot... -e | ||
| Federico (Fede) New Member Username: Fede Post Number: 9 Registered: 05-2003 |
Thank you so much. I wasn't aware it was back! Fede | ||
| Jason T. Barker (Speedminded) Senior Member Username: Speedminded Post Number: 306 Registered: 10-2002 |
I regularly wipe mine down with Armor All (or any kind of spray protectant) using a foam rubber sponge. If they are really grey and dry they should be soaked for a couple days in a row to bring back the black shine. I wipe all the trim molding and around the windows the same time. It only takes about 5 minutes to finish but I do wish it lasted longer and I'm sure it would if it wasn't in the sun so much. | ||
| Federico (Fede) New Member Username: Fede Post Number: 10 Registered: 05-2003 |
I'm in Florida and I'm sure that doesn't help preserve the black shine. Have you ever removed and soaked them before? Do you soak them in-Armor All/water solution? If it works I'd like to give it a try. In the grand scheme of things it's not a big deal-but it looks great with black bumpers. Thanks for the advice. | ||
| Alan Yim (Alan) Senior Member Username: Alan Post Number: 496 Registered: 09-2002 |
Try black shoe polish. | ||
| Joel (Jsaenz80) New Member Username: Jsaenz80 Post Number: 36 Registered: 04-2003 |
Yup, thats just what I use, liquid shoe polish, works great... | ||
| Jason T. Barker (Speedminded) Senior Member Username: Speedminded Post Number: 307 Registered: 10-2002 |
When I said soak them I meant by either spraying them or using a foam rubber sponge and apply the vinyl protectant generously over and over. After a few coats they should be back to a shiny black. | ||
| Federico (Fede) New Member Username: Fede Post Number: 11 Registered: 05-2003 |
I'm and idiot. Thanks for the clarification-I've also been using a rag to wipe on the protectant and possibly that has been taking more off than I would like. I will try a foam sponge rather than bathe with my bumpers. Thanks again for the help. | ||
| Mike Bauer (Mikeb) New Member Username: Mikeb Post Number: 30 Registered: 02-2003 |
Try Forever Black. It's a black dye that works wonders. It will make those end caps look brand new. Be sure to clean the surface before applying. You can get it through Atlantic British. I've not seen it in any local stores in quite awhile. Thanks, Mike B. | ||
| Kennith P. Whichard III (Kennith) Senior Member Username: Kennith Post Number: 353 Registered: 05-2002 |
I heard once of a miracle bumper product for Discoveries, I believe it was called the Rotozip. Your bumper contrast knob may be turned too low as well, to adjust it, look in the center console. It's disguised as a little lever near the dashboard, actually using that for once should eliminate any bumper brightness problems you may have. Just kidding, try one of Zymol's products. Cheers, Kennith | ||
| Raf usher (Zonamaya) Member Username: Zonamaya Post Number: 60 Registered: 05-2003 |
go to "davanced auto parts"and buy their cheapest spray protectant.. it is in a arisol can. it cost $1.89.. just spary it on.. it will last for 4 weeks.. it also works on the faded paint jobs..(yes, i tested it..and it work as good as wax.) it brings back a shine on anything faded. | ||
| ANTONIO DAVIS (Acacia1) New Member Username: Acacia1 Post Number: 22 Registered: 02-2003 |
BLACK MAGIC MARKERS WORK...YOU KNOW, THE KIND WITH THE FAT, FELT TIPS. | ||
| Bruce Potier (Brucep) New Member Username: Brucep Post Number: 7 Registered: 06-2003 |
Amor All makes another product called Extreme Tire Shine. I live in Florida, 97 with same end-caps and this stuff works wonders. It’s really thick and oily but man it survives like no other I have ever seen. The original Armor spray sucks compared to the results of this stuff. | ||
| Craig McLaughlin (Cmclaugh) New Member Username: Cmclaugh Post Number: 32 Registered: 06-2002 |
I use STP Son-of-a-Gun protectant. Spray it on and let sit for about ten minutes in the shade if possible. Go back over it with a slightly seasoned (STP) terry cloth and polish to a shine. Polishing removes the excess protectant and helps keep the dust and road grime from sticking to your newly cleaned bumpers. |
