Matt Lane

I posted this in OT - should have posted here first.

Quick Q - I had some fading on the cowl plastic of my GT3 from sun I guess.

I was at a shop (since closed) that used an amazing product from either 3M or Wurth, I can't remember.

It came in a tube like toothpaste, and was essentially a rub-on dye. I saw it with my own eyes - it went on splotchy wet with a rag, then dried to a perfect matte black finish, completely uniform - and more importantly, 2 years later, still looks great.

Does anyone here know what this is? Need to track it down, it's outstanding.

Cheers

Matt

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Scooby921

There are a lot of products out there which will help restore the original color of faded plastic and rubber trim. 303 trim restorer is one of them, and comes in a tube. Perhaps you're thinking 303 instead of 3M? Sonax plastic restorer gel is another tube-based product. The rest are more liquid / bottle-based. I've gotten good results from Black WOW, though it did require a second application to get the result I was looking for.

Carrera2RS

I'd really clean it with PH neutral cleaner and a soft but firm brush, you might be surprised how it comes up then use something like Gtechniq C4. My trim now looks like new

Matt Lane

Thanks guys for the suggestions! Yes, replacing the cowl is not a big deal, but like I mentioned, I was SO impressed with what I saw, I'd really like to locate it.

I am pretty sure it was 3M (but may have been Wurth) - definitely high end and a non-retail product.

Cheers

Matt

Scooby921

Well, just using Google and searching for Wurth plastic restorer pops up a result for their tube of black plastic dye. I think that's a bit different from what the rest of us have been thinking. We're looking at restorers and protective coatings. The Wurth dye is effectively paint, or maybe wood stain is a better comparison.

Detailed Designs

I made this video some time ago and I think it may help you out.

z3mcoupe

Specifically for rubber maintenance, Door seals, etc., this is the go to product. I have used it for a number of years and it works really well.

https://www.1z-usa.com/gummi-pflege-...oaAgw-EALw_wcB

tmarino

I just reworked my cowl piece over the weekend and it looks awesome now. I used the Gyeon PREP solution to remove all the cleaning residue and then applied Chemical Guys Tire Shine, for use on all surface media types, and it looks fantastic. A routine rub here and there and it should stay looking fine.
On my older BMW's we used a Wurth product, SATIN BLACK trim spray, and that works fantastic for all types of exterior trim and held up well back East to the crappy weather. No fading whatsoever and a nice matte finish with good coverage and fast drying time.

Tom in Reno