Reviving wing mirror bases back to black

tee.gilding · Post by **tee.gilding** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:43 am

Hi all,

On my E86, the wing mirror bases (the black plastic bits which connect to the door) have faded and are quite grey. I use trim products regularly to revive them, but it only lasts a week or so before looking dull again. Does anyone have any suggestions on how best to revive these back to their former glory and have them black and glossy full time?

Thanks!
TG

idej_z4 · Post by **idej_z4** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:59 am

This: https://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/gtechniq ... m-restorer

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Phoenixboy · Post by **Phoenixboy** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:04 am

meguiars ultimate, recommended and works.

idej_z4 · Post by **idej_z4** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:22 am

Phoenixboy wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:04 am meguiars ultimate, recommended and works.

I've got some of that for my interior and it is great stuff. I dont think it's a permanent trim restorer though for exteriors?

Silverzedtom · Post by **Silverzedtom** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:49 am

idej_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:59 am This: https://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/gtechniq ... m-restorer

Trim.jpg

+1

tee.gilding · Post by **tee.gilding** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:05 am

idej_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:59 am This: https://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/gtechniq ... m-restorer

Trim.jpg

That looks exactly like what I'm after. Is it easy to apply? I tried their ceramic coating on my wheels and I don't think it did much (probably user error...).

idej_z4 · Post by **idej_z4** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:34 am

tee.gilding wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:05 am
idej_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:59 am This: https://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/gtechniq ... m-restorer

Trim.jpg
That looks exactly like what I'm after. Is it easy to apply? I tried their ceramic coating on my wheels and I don't think it did much (probably user error...).

It's all about the prep. You have make sure all contaminates have been removed, but after that it is really easy. You also need to give it plenty of time to cure. Gutted to hear you didn't think too much to the ceramic coating - I'm a huge fan and it took me a couple of times to get it bang on. If you do the right prep, and give it the time it takes / needs I'm sure you'll soon be a fan. I used Carbon Collective for my wheels, paint and glass - the glass actually being my favourite of what they do and would highly recommend. Doing 30mph when its raining and not needing to use your wipers is brilliant!!!

gregl342 · Post by **gregl342** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:35 am

Ceramic coating is the way to go for sure. You should make sure it's very clean though, including an isopropyl alcohol wipe down beforehand to ensure a good bond.

Phoenixboy · Post by **Phoenixboy** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 11:51 am

idej_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:22 am
Phoenixboy wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:04 am meguiars ultimate, recommended and works.
I've got some of that for my interior and it is great stuff. I dont think it's a permanent trim restorer though for exteriors?

it says for interior and exterior, with uv protection.
had mine on for 2/3 weeks now and washed car a few times since and seems to be holding up well.

tee.gilding · Post by **tee.gilding** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:06 pm

Thanks guys, I'll do some Amazon exploration tonight and order up some products. Thanks for your help! Stand by for results.

Angelus666 · Post by **Angelus666** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 4:56 pm

Get yourself to a bodyshop and have them colour coded to the car for £100, the plastic looks really cheap and not fitting to the car.

idej_z4 · Post by **idej_z4** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 5:17 pm

Angelus666 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 4:56 pm Get yourself to a bodyshop and have them colour coded to the car for £100, the plastic looks really cheap and not fitting to the car.

Never thought about doing that! Like the idea but would want to see it first - have you had it done?

jamie_z4 · Post by **jamie_z4** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:57 pm

mines got piano black ones from factory, not something i've had before on a zed, but its nice! Maybe coz its an indervidjewel

idej_z4 · Post by **idej_z4** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:16 pm

jamie_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:57 pm mines got piano black ones from factory, not something i've had before on a zed, but its nice! Maybe coz its an indervidjewel

Bit like you then J.

jamie_z4 · Post by **jamie_z4** » Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:18 pm

idej_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 10:16 pm
jamie_z4 wrote: ↑Wed Mar 27, 2019 9:57 pm mines got piano black ones from factory, not something i've had before on a zed, but its nice! Maybe coz its an indervidjewel
Bit like you then J.

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