fading black bumpers...

[Motohead]

For the last month and a half my truck has had to sit ouside becasue I am waiting for the new home to be finished. In that time the bumpers have faded real bad, probably like everyone elses. My question is has anyone tried to get Hummer to replace them?

[frenzy1]

Heck no. I use a spray to get 'em shiny again

Frenzy
Belgium

[jmsspratlin]

Try Mother's Back to Black cream. It works great and also protects

[tower]

3M - Marine Vinyl Cleaner & Restorerhttp://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/11XEQ1ZM78L._SS500_.jpg

[jmsspratlin]

3M - Marine Vinyl Cleaner & Restorerhttp://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/11XEQ1ZM78L._SS500_.jpg



How long does the "restore" usually last?

[SnakeH2]

Good discussion here.
http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26783&highlight=%22ts-1


TS-1 is the way to go. Been using it for a few months now and it is great! Very little is needed to cover all the trim. I cover all the trim, then wipe it with a damp cloth after. It looks shiny and wet, but has no greasy residue.
http://www.autocosmeticproducts.com/Armordillots1.htm

Good luck

[mikejr]

Try Mother's Back to Black cream. It works great and also protects

I agree...been using Mothers Back to Black for quite a while. Good stuff. There are a whole host of products out there from what i've read on the forum here. But the Mother's was easy to find and wasnt all that costly.

[CONRAD II]

TS-1

[MDimitri]

TS-1 (www.autocosmeticproducts.com)

This stuff works extremely well!!

[Big Jag]

Used Mothers Back to Black for years. Started using Adam's VRT and like it much better.

[jmsspratlin]

Used Mothers Back to Black for years. Started using Adam's VRT and like it much better.



Never heard of that, where do you get it? How long does one application last (through rain, etc)

[Big Jag]

Never heard of that, where do you get it? How long does one application last (through rain, etc)

Got it from Adamspolishes.com. It is a cream as opposed to Mothers being a liquid. I think it goes on much easier, its not as messy, and does not attract dust and dirt the way mothers does. Holds up much better than Mothers through rain in my opinion. I started using many of Adams's products and they are all great. Along with the VRT (vinyl rubber tire) I love their detail spray, undercarriage spray and window cleaner. They also have the best microfiber detail towels and drying towels. For the VRT cream use their detail sponges to apply.

[SnakeH2]

I've used Mothers and TS-1 blows it away. It doesn't attract dust and has lasted four months before having to reapply.

[Motohead]

I've been using polishes... but it gets old. Was just wondering from a "defective" standpoint if anyone has tried to warranty it.

[mikejr]

I've been using polishes... but it gets old. Was just wondering from a "defective" standpoint if anyone has tried to warranty it.

I havent tried to on the H2's but i've tried on the first avalanche that I had. It was a 2003 with all the cladding and the deck on the back turned from black to nearly white. I complained but got nowhere. Tried to blame it on me using some sort of "armor-all" on it. When actually I didnt do anything with it. dont think you will get anywhere with the warranty route....

[tower]

I've been using polishes... but it gets old. Was just wondering from a "defective" standpoint if anyone has tried to warranty it.
Why not wonder from a "healthy" standpoint instead?:dancingbanana::dancingbanana:

[HUM GOOD]

I was in a parking lot talking about this today......he had a GMC and all the plastic looked new......not shiney or greasey, just new.....said he uses "antibacterial soap" ....says he keep the fade out.

Anyone concur with this.....tomorrow I'm gonna grab the container out of the bathroom and give it a go. I'll check back.

[tower]

.....said he uses "antibacterial soap"....tomorrow I'm gonna grab the container out of the bathroom and give it a go. I'll check back.

:excited: I feel the "Gold Bond" thread reemerging! :excited:

[TXSUT]

TS-1 is the way to go. Been using it for a few months now and it is great! Very little is needed to cover all the trim. I cover all the trim, then wipe it with a damp cloth after. It looks shiny and wet, but has no greasy residue.


I used TS-1 for the first time this weekend, on every bit of exterior plastic. I think I learned a lesson, though, and that's not to let it dry for too long before wiping with the damp cloth. On the areas where I let it sit for a while before wiping, it seems to have dried hard and glazed over...I can see spots that seem to have a thicker layer of dried TS-1, a bit shinier than the other areas. It seems more prevalent on the less-textured pieces, like roof rails, body trim, etc.

Snake, any thoughts on this?

Pete

[tower]

How long does the "restore" usually last?
I haven't used it for that long, but it still looks good after ~3 washes.

[vlxjim]

I'll let the cat out of the bag use 303 Aerospace Protectant . Plastics look new and will last longer. I've used it for the last seven + years. This is the best stuff.:beerchug:

http://www.303products.com/tech/images/products/protectantgroup275.jpg

http://www.303products.com/tech/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Product_ID=428&CFID=1022599&CFTOKEN=19326237

303 is THE LEADER in UV Screening Technology. 303 Aerospace Protectant really is like "SPF 40 Sunscreen ... For Your Stuff." Regular use gives 100% Prevention of UV caused slow-fade with regular use. No other "protectant" beautifies as intensely, protects as powerfully or lasts as long.

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303 Aerospace Protectant keeps UV-sensitive materials "like new" year after year.

Use on Rubber: Tires, neoprene, latex, door and trunk seals, weather-stripping, EPDM rubber roofs, CV boots, waders, wet suits. Vinyl: Convertible tops (and the clear vinyl windows), isinglass, marine seating, tonneau covers, car bras, covers, spa covers, pool covers. Inflatable boats: Hypalon, PVC and urethane blends. Gelcoat fiberglass: Boats, RV's, snowmobiles, jet ski's. Plastics, acrylics, polycarbonates: Lexan? and acrylic panels, windows, , windshields, covers. Carbon-fiber/resin composites: Fishing rods, "nude" bike frames. Finished leather: Upholstery, motorcycle leather, trim, tack, fine apparel. Pool & Patio: Plastic furniture (not fabric), pool inflatables, slides, covers. Sailcloth: Dacron? and monofilm.

[tower]

I hear it also makes a great personal lubricant. Not to mention high in protein, low in carb and fat.:dancingbanana:

[HumminNBoatin']

I just used tire shine last weekend. So far it still looks great but greasy to the touch.

[mdoyle]

You know it sucks that we spend this kind of money for a quality vehicle and then get stuck with crappy plastic trim that requires heavy applications of goo to look decent.

I can think of a half dozen, old, cheap cars with no trim problems but nearly every H2 that sees the light of day has some worsening degree of trim fade.

[SnakeH2]

I used TS-1 for the first time this weekend, on every bit of exterior plastic. I think I learned a lesson, though, and that's not to let it dry for too long before wiping with the damp cloth. On the areas where I let it sit for a while before wiping, it seems to have dried hard and glazed over...I can see spots that seem to have a thicker layer of dried TS-1, a bit shinier than the other areas. It seems more prevalent on the less-textured pieces, like roof rails, body trim, etc.

Snake, any thoughts on this?

Pete

I hadn't expirenced that. I guess I was able to get to it before it dried. I usually did a section at a time.

[TXSUT]

I hadn't expirenced that. I guess I was able to get to it before it dried. I usually did a section at a time.

Thanks, I'll be more diligent the next time I apply it.

-Pete

[Gunzz]

Just bought the TS-1 and applied it a few days ago. Very easy to put on and had no other trouble with it drying before wiping with damp cloth. The best thing is the brilliant dark black shine with no grease, so that dust doesn't get stuck to it. Just hope it does hold up. Packaging estimates over 90 days but I wash my truck twice a week so we'll see.

[tower]

http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/mediawebserver?66666UuZjcFSLXTtlXT_MxTXEV76EbHSHVs 6EVs6E666666--New bottle design

[Gunzz]

Just bought the TS-1 and applied it a few days ago. Very easy to put on and had no other trouble with it drying before wiping with damp cloth. The best thing is the brilliant dark black shine with no grease, so that dust doesn't get stuck to it. Just hope it does hold up. Packaging estimates over 90 days but I wash my truck twice a week so we'll see.

Well the black looked great until I brought it through the car wash. Used a brushless wash with only quick soap and 2 rinses. When I came out I was shocked. It looks as thought the TS-1 washed away in the places where the soap was sprayed on, sort of like tiger stripes. Now I know that car wash detergents are extremely harsh, thats why I used the one soap and 2 rinse cycle, but for this to happen after one time shpuldn't be.

So I took some pictures of it and plan to write the company to see whats wrong. I mean even GM tech bulletins recommend this product. But for now I'm going back to PoorBoy's or maybe even try Mothers back to black as others have, and will hold off on recommending TS-1 to anyone else.

[tower]

http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/mediawebserver?66666UuZjcFSLXTtlXT_MxTXEV76EbHSHVs 6EVs6E666666--3 washes and still looks great! :excited::excited::excited:Even on the spare. :):):) Next wash, I'll put it on all the tires to see how it holds up. :popcorn::popcorn::popcorn:

[jmsspratlin]

I haven't used it for that long, but it still looks good after ~3 washes.


Thanks, I'll have to try that. I'm kinda lery of trying the TS-1 after reading the post above, however I am more wanting to go with this first.