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Old 06-15-2006, 12:43 PM
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Mothers Back in Black okay to use?

Is this recommended to use on the plastics trims/ bumpers of the X5? It seems it may be a bit strong? Any comments?
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Old 06-15-2006, 12:44 PM
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oops please move to detailing forum! thanks!
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Old 06-15-2006, 12:54 PM
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I don't like the idea of dying these parts black as that's what this product does, I think (anyone feel free to correct me on that). I really like Aerospace 303 for that purpose. Try Froogling it and I'm sure you'll find it...
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This is what I use. It works great and lasts a long time.

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Old 06-15-2006, 02:26 PM
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thanks...the only reason i bought back in black was because i heard it removes the wax residue stuck in the plastic? is this true?
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If you mean Mothers Back to Black, that's not a dye, and it isn't strong at all. I've used it in the past and found that it works OK, but lacks durability. Forever Black is a permanent dye (as opposed to a dressing), and I stay away from that stuff. Perhaps that is what X5Jay may be referring to? There are so many black bumper & trim products out there...it gets confusing.

I've heard that Black Again is a good silicone/polymer based product, but I have no personal experience with it. It's supposed to be durable, and a good product for the "wax on the bumper" problem, provided that the surface is properly prepped. hayaku recommends first removing the wax from the bumper & trim using a "paint prep solution (pepsol or acrysol), 50/50 water/vinegar mix, alcohol/water, etc.," before applying the dressing of your choice. Link

I've been using Griot's Vinyl & Rubber Dressing, which is non-silicone based, with good results. I find that is lasts somewhat longer compared to Back to Black. I've also heard very good things about Aerospace 303 and plan to give that a try when my current stock of products is depleted.
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Old 06-15-2006, 04:37 PM
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Thanks for the correct VK!
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I can't keep 'em all straight, either, especially when I add a few of Zaino's "Z-Numbers" to the mix. I was never good at math.
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I can't keep 'em all straight, either, especially when I add a few of Zaino's "Z-Numbers" to the mix. I was never good at math.
Same here! Oh, and BTW - just re-read my previous post - meant to say "correction"!!
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Everyone kept raving about this Aerospace 303...so I had to try it. Ok, I'm convinced!

It brings back the deep black color of trim, leaves no residue to attract dust, and...most importantly...lasts a long time.
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