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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 12:15 AM
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I was wondering how to make the stock black plastic grille and black plastic around the head lights look less dull! STP and all that just doesnt cut it!
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 02:13 AM
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heatgun will shice it up
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 02:42 AM
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Well hard, non-cleared/painted plastic, I'd just hit it with some PlastiX from Meguiars... works well... just gotta put in some SERIOUS elbow grease and pressure. Microfiber applicator... keep workin it... i'll look like deep glass when you're done
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 04:38 AM
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any type of plastic polish will work with enough elbow grease man, just takes time.....if you were in the military you would understand.....damn boots
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May try also Meguiars Natural Finish. It is designed for interiors but I have used it on exterior trim as well. makes plastic shiny without getting all greasy. The more you use it the more shine it gives.
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Well hard, non-cleared/painted plastic, I'd just hit it with some PlastiX from Meguiars... works well... just gotta put in some SERIOUS elbow grease and pressure. Microfiber applicator... keep workin it... i'll look like deep glass when you're done
Will have to try it! Thanks
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Old Jan 11, 2008 | 01:18 PM
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any type of plastic polish will work with enough elbow grease man, just takes time.....if you were in the military you would understand.....damn boots
Lol!! I give everyone who is mad respect and thankss!!!
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