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KenL
9th January 2007, 04:55 AM
What is the latest/greatest product for keeping the black plastic bits black on the MINI?

I want something that provides decent protection and lasts for a while.

I have Klasse All-in-One which is a polish/sealant that you can put on plastic without staining :cool: I might rely on this initially and see how it goes.

This is one bit of MINI ownership I am defo not looking forward to :disapprove:

Craig
9th January 2007, 05:44 AM
Myself and MarkyC both used Turtle Wax "Speed Wax". wash the car as normal and then once it's dry apply this direct to the plastic.. OK if you overspray onto the body as it's only wax. Just rub it in and it, wait a few minutes then a quick buff... protects your plastic very well...:approve::approve::approve:

Crombers
9th January 2007, 07:44 AM
I,ve found 'Menzies' paint to be very very good :p;):D:approve:

markyc
9th January 2007, 08:13 AM
quote:Originally posted by crombers

I,ve found 'Menzies' paint to be very very good :p;):D:approve:


LOL :D:D:approve:;)
<mind copyright issues>:eek::p;)

Crombers
9th January 2007, 08:23 AM
quote:Originally posted by markyc


quote:Originally posted by crombers

I,ve found 'Menzies' paint to be very very good :p;):D:approve:


LOL :D:D:approve:;)
<mind copyright issues>:eek::p;)


Goes without saying sir :approve:

T6 KFR
9th January 2007, 09:32 PM
I use Meguairs Gold detail trim (sorry for spelling, thing its that).

Works ok, but like anything with that material, it always fades in time :disapprove:

X30YES
9th January 2007, 11:42 PM
<dont have black bits > get them painted

duncan
10th January 2007, 12:17 AM
Peanut Butter

bpirie1000
10th January 2007, 01:14 AM
TRY PAINT................


Hee hee Couldn't resisit.

Wul
10th January 2007, 08:11 AM
Ken - i'm using the in alternate sessions the MINI stuff and Megs GC Trim Detailer - not got through them yet to try anything new. Or paint - but the A720 in winter could ruin all that nice soft paintwork! :eek:

swil00
11th January 2007, 03:04 AM
Yeah the Megs GC Trim Detailer is pretty good stuff.. Although as Wul says it will eventually dry out..

Probably one of the better trim cleaners I've used..

No... I don't work for meguiars BTW :)

KenL
17th January 2007, 08:12 PM
I've ordered some 303 Aerospace Protectant for the MINI's bits. It seems to get good reviews in places so will advise once I've used it.

KenL
17th January 2007, 08:16 PM
This is the stuff http://www.303products.com/tech/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Product_ID=428

princesscriminal
7th February 2007, 03:39 AM
Hiya

I too use Megs GC trim detailer but the problem I have is getting the trim clean before bringing it to a shine with this. Any tips for getting the muck off - that's rural Perthshire's roads for you!!!

Jay

Gaz B
7th February 2007, 03:44 AM
'Sup?
I used Maguiars for the first time last week,and I have to admit it was damn good.
The Maguiars tyre suff is also awesome IMO.

X30YES
8th February 2007, 07:03 PM
Peanut oil does work also

Burple
8th February 2007, 07:20 PM
quote:Originally posted by KenL

This is the stuff http://www.303products.com/tech/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Product_ID=428


That stuff sounds pretty awesome if it works like the site says! ;):D

Where did you order it from?

(Edit: I've found a few places.. but what size is 8oz or 16? flippin Imperial amounts lke that mean nothing to me! lol :D:D)

vintageb3
9th February 2007, 12:01 AM
quote:Originally posted by X30YES

Peanut oil does work also


I've heard this does work....but do you use Peanut butter?....Do you use Peanut oil?...Where do you get Peanut oil?

Not for my mini...but for one of our vans

Thanks

mark

Scottie
9th February 2007, 12:36 AM
I used a 303 product for cleaning and protecting the Cabrio roof it was really good stuff so I expect this will also be good.

X30YES
9th February 2007, 06:47 PM
quote:Originally posted by vintageb3


quote:Originally posted by X30YES

Peanut oil does work also


I've heard this does work....but do you use Peanut butter?....Do you use Peanut oil?...Where do you get Peanut oil?

Not for my mini...but for one of our vans

Thanks

mark
Peanut butter or oil does work ...any good Tesco/Asda or a good Deli
etc .