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Mothers
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03-15-2007

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Value		10
Overall		10
Average 100%

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By hockeyplaya13 on 07-13-2007, 06:56 PM

I just used this today, I'll post pics later or tomorrow, but I was very happy with the results. Very easy to use, you just put a very small amount onto a cloth (I used an old t-shirt) and rub it onto the trim. I applied two coats immediately, then took a dry part of the shirt and wiped off the excess. I think it did a great job. It didn't turn it jet black, but it was a dramatic improvement. Also, tape the paint around the trim, because it is really hard to get off of the paint.

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By Suek on 10-09-2007, 10:32 AM

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Junk. It turns to white in a couple weeks.

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By kernel843 on 10-09-2007, 11:14 PM

The product works quite well. I used it and it lasted many weeks before needing to be reapplied. I am now reapplying about every 4-6 weeks or as needed.

It is an inexpensive and easy solution to areas that have faded in color. It is a temporary fix, not permanent.

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By dnegri on 10-10-2007, 09:32 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by kernel843

I would definitely agree with you that it works quite well and last a few weeks but my two biggest complaints are....

1) Pain in the arse to remove if you get some on your paint
2) Amount you get for the money

I have actually switch to PB Trim Restorer and I am much more impressed.

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By kernel843 on 10-10-2007, 05:04 PM

i got some on my mirror, just took some QD and it came right off, but to each his own.

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By ANGELA on 10-10-2007, 08:40 PM

not happy with this product thought it was running. i pefer trim detailer by meguiars

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By Bradshaw on 10-18-2008, 09:01 PM

I used it on some grey faded trim, it looked like grey faded trim when I was done. Opened the trash and tossed it. One of the worst products I have ever used. Save your money.

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By Bunky on 10-19-2008, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Bradshaw

I used it on some grey faded trim, it looked like grey faded trim when I was done. Opened the trash and tossed it. One of the worst products I have ever used. Save your money.

I have found Mothers to give mixed results depending on plastic. Success also depends on application technique. After you clean and dry the surface well, you generously apply to a microfiber, rub on surface, let it soak it, then buff off. For "stubborn" plastics, you may have to repeat several times. It is not a wipe on / wipe off product. Once done, be sure to buff off well to minimize run when it is wet.

I did a side by side test with PoorBoys Trim Restorer (a supposed favorite) and I found Mothers darkened more but the durability was not much different. This is why I am surprised so many people think Mothers is junk yet love PB's TR.

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