Getting Dash Black Again...
Getting Dash Black Again...
Lately my black dash on my bike is looking faded on the top of the area around the front speakers. Sun beats the heck out of it. Now I have the day cover so I'll hopefully limit the UV exposure.
Anyway I used pledge for a while now and it makes the black on the bike pop but in these 2 areas, each side, it's not working as well since the black pigment on the dash is likely damaged.
I got Mothers Back to Black and it seems to work but boy is it wet and sticky looking and it attracts dirt/hair etc. I brushed it on in those 2 areas with a foam brush to try and let it soak in. No streaking at all I do like the look but what do you guys do to remove the wet look, I like the flat clean look - never did like the Armor All look. Buff it off with a microfiber cloth? OR???
ALSO - what do you use on the floor boards? Worried I don't put something on them that will make my boots slick and I have issues.
Anyone use "Re-Nu" for that plastic dash? Seen videos online but worried it would dissolve some of the dash with each coating.
How about "Wipe New" - similar that you need gloves to apply.
Both Re-Nu and Wipe New got great reviews for exterior trim on cars but has anyone used it on HD's?
Any help would be appreciated.
I know this has been beat like a dead horse...but wondering if some newer product has come available that a rider has used successfully.
THANKS!
Anyway I used pledge for a while now and it makes the black on the bike pop but in these 2 areas, each side, it's not working as well since the black pigment on the dash is likely damaged.
I got Mothers Back to Black and it seems to work but boy is it wet and sticky looking and it attracts dirt/hair etc. I brushed it on in those 2 areas with a foam brush to try and let it soak in. No streaking at all I do like the look but what do you guys do to remove the wet look, I like the flat clean look - never did like the Armor All look. Buff it off with a microfiber cloth? OR???
ALSO - what do you use on the floor boards? Worried I don't put something on them that will make my boots slick and I have issues.
Anyone use "Re-Nu" for that plastic dash? Seen videos online but worried it would dissolve some of the dash with each coating.
How about "Wipe New" - similar that you need gloves to apply.
Both Re-Nu and Wipe New got great reviews for exterior trim on cars but has anyone used it on HD's?
Any help would be appreciated.
I know this has been beat like a dead horse...but wondering if some newer product has come available that a rider has used successfully.
THANKS!
Novice
Joined: May 2014
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From: Smoky Mountains TN
I sue Turtle Wax F21 protectant. Its mostly for Vinyl which is how I got into it for other applications. I have a six year old tannaeu on my truck. It works about as good as anything on plastic, giving it a deeper black color and allowing polymers to soak back into the plastic gradually over time. Your only permanent solution is going to be paint but if you stay on top of this stuff, it works pretty well.
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2012
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From: Orig Surfers Paradise Australia, then Riyadh Saudi Arabia, Tokyo, Toronto, now So Cal
There was a post on here some time ago where a member used Kiwi Black leather shoe dye with good long lasting, and apparently pleasing results.
A quick thread search should find the link.
A quick thread search should find the link.
Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2010
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Vinylex
Great stuff, put it on my inner 2 years ago and it still looks great. My bike doesn't sit outside a lot, but it took the fade away and lasts. Got it at pep boys...a little pricey but worth it. I used on the interior of my C4 vette and brought that back to life too.
Great stuff, put it on my inner 2 years ago and it still looks great. My bike doesn't sit outside a lot, but it took the fade away and lasts. Got it at pep boys...a little pricey but worth it. I used on the interior of my C4 vette and brought that back to life too.
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I like 303 personally. It has good UV protection, but I like that it doesn't leave a glossy finish, just a nice healthy sheen. It's not cheap, but a little goes a long way, and it holds up well.
