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How do you keep your roof panel shiny?

Discussion in '348/355' started by tcannon, Jul 31, 2009.

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  1. tcannon

    tcannon Formula 3

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    What do you use to shine the removable tops on your 348's? I know some of the 355's have tops with matching paint. I am talking about the ones with the textured surface. I made the mistake of putting some wax on it. NO!!!!!! I had to rub for about two hours to get it all off. At first it was a white glazed mess. Rubbing hard with hot water finally got it back to looking good again. I had tried Armor All on it before but the look was temporary and ok at best. So what do you guys use? Thanks!
     
  2. irondogmike

    irondogmike F1 Rookie

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    Mothers puts out a product "back to black" and it works great on the top and bumbers,on my qv I've used it on the spoiler too:D
     
  3. tcannon

    tcannon Formula 3

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    Thanks! I will give that a try. ;)
     
  4. BT

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    #4 BT, Jul 31, 2009
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  5. tcannon

    tcannon Formula 3

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    Nice F-Chat plug!
     
  6. BT

    BT F1 World Champ
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    Yes, 'twas one of my favorite stickers...
    Sadly, now the sticker, and the car have moved on to the next owner...
    :(
    BT
     
  7. DonJuan348

    DonJuan348 F1 Rookie
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    Where did you get the sticker... I want one
     
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  9. gothspeed

    gothspeed F1 World Champ

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    There is also some stuff called 'forever black' that brings faded automotive trim surfaces to a zen-like finish .............. :cool:
     
  10. Bullfighter

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    Griot's vinyl dressing, used in moderation, keeps it black. I don't like it shiny, so I use very little and wipe it off.
     
  11. striker27

    striker27 Karting

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    #11 striker27, Jul 31, 2009
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    Not to be bashed here but I use the website Detailed Image for checking out most products. Being in Canada I try to buy local but I have found a product from Poor Boys called Trim Restorer. I purchased it at Eshine, it is a site located in Canada. Cannot say enough about this stuff works great and does not appear to streak. I leave my jag out side and this stuff works great at restoring the black.

    The other product which works well and was mentioned here, but is pricey as all heck is Black Wow. You do not get too much of this product and it seems expensive for the quantity you receive.
     
  12. vwkess

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  13. tcannon

    tcannon Formula 3

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    Thanks to everyone for all the feedback. This is great info for anyone with a removable textured top. :)
     

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