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    Phase 1 black bumpers.

    So I've searched the threads and can't really find any definate answer for how to treat the sun bleached bumpers on my Phase 1 to get them 'back to black'. Any suggestions?

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    Re: Phase 1 black bumpers.

    Auto finese revive is very good, none of these are permanent solutions but this stuff seems to be pretty long lasting and some pro detailers recommend it highly.

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    Re: Phase 1 black bumpers.

    Heat gun also works well & then coat with peanut butter...

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    Re: Phase 1 black bumpers.

    Quote Originally Posted by Penfold aka The Dealer View Post
    Heat gun also works well & then coat with peanut butter...
    did this on my bosses fiat camper van it caome out real well

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    Re: Phase 1 black bumpers.

    I'm not saying how I found this works but rub Vaseline onto them, leave it for 20mins then whipe off

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    Re: Phase 1 black bumpers.

    Quote Originally Posted by Hoolio View Post
    Auto finese revive is very good, none of these are permanent solutions but this stuff seems to be pretty long lasting and some pro detailers recommend it highly.
    That's what I use on every car I do now

    Edit: Just seen this thread was a bit of an oldie

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    Re: Phase 1 black bumpers.

    Quote Originally Posted by scratcher View Post
    That's what I use on every car I do now

    Edit: Just seen this thread was a bit of an oldie
    G-techniq C4 is the other option. Very long lasting as it bonds on a molecular level but as such you need to know what you are doing as you can fu, make a mess of it.

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    Re: Phase 1 black bumpers.

    C4 is all about the prep. Where Revive will go over a lot of things, C4 needs a perfectly clean surface with a IPA wipedown. It lasts for months and months though! but I noticed that if the plastics were too dry, it wouldn't bring the color right back. Maybe because it doesn't have any of the oils and stuff like the usual trim dressings?

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    Re: Phase 1 black bumpers.

    And possibly more about protecting the finish than bringing it back. I have to admit I will be sticking with Revive, so good and so easy to use.

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    Re: Phase 1 black bumpers.

    Same it's perfect on window rubbers and door seals too!
    I wish they'd hurry up with their new waxes though, haha.

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