| 05-17-2019, 08:03 AM | #1 |
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What's Best On Lower Grills?
So I'm sporting beautiful, glossy black Shadowline trim, kidneys, and wheels.
Then there's the huge plastic lower pieces that were made from recycled Wrangler bumpers. Just wondering if anyone has discovered a non-goopy product that effectively keeps these parts clean-n-shiny? I saw a few posts where owners of other models actually painted and/or clear-coated these pieces. Not sure I'm ready to go that far. Yet.
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| 05-17-2019, 08:23 AM | #2 |
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Back to Black works good. You can also buy ceramic products now which will last much longer in terms of protection.
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It looks well-liked for its restorative properties. My pieces aren't faded, just dull. You've got me intrigued with the ceramic comment. I'll be educating myself on that subject now.
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| 05-17-2019, 04:03 PM | #4 |
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I used forever black on e36 and e46. Worked well for me.
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| 05-17-2019, 04:20 PM | #5 |
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I will eventually paint mine after getting the open grill for the other side
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| 05-17-2019, 08:40 PM | #6 |
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I use Chemical Guys Tire+Trim Gel. It's a little gooey when applying but afterwards dry to touch and stays shiny a long time. I use it on all plastic trim inside as well as on tires. Application is not the easiest but result is good.
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