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Also, anything to help restore the black plastic on the exterior as it’s all quite faded.
I used this on my Civic, have been really impressed by both how well it works and the longevity.
https://smile.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0044090GC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1It was £9.50 when I bought it from Amazon so maybe shop around.
You can also run a heat gun over the surface on some trim panels to revive the blackness
This works but I've read you're not meant to do it as it can damage the plastic long term or something. I would try less interventionist methods first personally.
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This works but I've read you're not meant to do it as it can damage the plastic long term or something. I would try less interventionist methods first personally.
This is very true. The scientific reasoning I've read is that the heat releases oils in the trim, which help bring the colour back, but in a sacrificial way.
Also, any tips for touching up a big scratch? Any kits that are worth buying?
Also, anything to help restore the black plastic on the exterior as it’s all quite faded. Probably going to give it a proper good clean - are there any products I can use to help protect the paint?