Cleaning Up Exterior Plastics

[Siddle]

Hiya Guys,

I'm wanting to clean up all my exterior plastics and remove the old white haze it currently has all over, so i was just wondering what you'd all suggest?

i'm looking for cheap and cheerful really, i don't want to be spending a fortune but at the same time i don't want to spend pennies and get something rubbish ha ha.

From searches i think what i'm after is 'C4'? but if there are any other alternatives then i'd be happy with advice (and links if possible!)

Thanks in advance!

Matt

 

[Stefan.]

yes you are correct c4 is meant to be very good!!

Since i have autoglym bumper care stuff i just use that and tbh is not to bad

 

[Kchristmas]

I use auto finesse revive and I can't fault it tbh

 

[Yellow Dave]

before you apply any dressing, especially c4, you need to ensure that its perfectly clean. which might actually remove the white hazyness.

a general all purpose cleaner, something yoy might find in the supermarket diluted down will be fine

then id recommend autofinesse revive. gtechniq products are not really suitable for those new to detailing,

 

[montana]

For my black bits I use my megs endurance tyre gel - works a treat

 

[Sam]

I think its that C4 stuff that people have used. Works wonders.

Isnt it suppose to last up to 2 years as well ?

 

[montana]

Check it out here

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/engine-and-exterior/gtechniq-c4-permanent-trim-restorer/prod_851.html

2 years, that's insane!

 

[Sam]

Check it out here

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/engine-and-exterior/gtechniq-c4-permanent-trim-restorer/prod_851.html

2 years, that's insane!

Thats the stuff. I just bought some. Might as well try it out.

 

[JD]

For my black bits I use my megs endurance tyre gel - works a treat

It'll attract dust in summer like you wouldn't believe.

 

[-Sparky-]

Isit best when using C4 to remove the plastics?

 

[Lawro]

Isit best when using C4 to remove the plastics?

Makes it easier I guess but I just used some 3M tape to cover the surrounding paintwork and made sure the plastics were 100% clean and cracked on. Great results though and still looks spot on 3 months later. Although it is currently covered in about an inch of grit and mud so we will see when I wash it next how it fairs.

 

[Hixle]

I use AF Revive. There isn't enough trim on my car to warrrent buying C4 tbh.

 

[Sam]

How does the C4 stuff last so long?

Surely if you wash your car at least once a month for 24 months it most of come off. Lol

 

[Yellow Dave]

C4 chemically bonds to the plastic.

Hence why proper application and prep are key. Miss a step, don't do it properly and it will last 2months. It's not a simple product to use. If in any doubt don't use it as it'll be an expensive waste of money.

 

[Lawro]

How does the C4 stuff last so long?

Surely if you wash your car at least once a month for 24 months it most of come off. Lol

I applied C4 to my Mum's S4 just over 6 months ago and it still looks perfect, the car is washed weekly.

 

[Auto Finesse]

You can use an APC to clean or Citrus Power would work Perfectly then treat the trim with Revive Trim Dressing to help bring it back to life

http://shop.autofinesse.co.uk/index.php?route=product/product&path=25&product_id=80

Sian

 

[Siddle]

thanks for all the responses peeps.

I Think i'll get it from Auto Finesse, with them being a ClioSport trader.

Any discounts?

 

[Jekyll]

C4 is the nuts. I paid £23-ish for the small bottle but its done all the exterior plastics and engine bay plastics with a 1/3 left.

Good for min 2 years also

 

[Auto Finesse]

Hey Siddle

Sorry we do not have any offers on at the moment however every order receives a christmas card and Christmas Air Freshener