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I recently purchased a new car and most of the rubber trim around the windows and other pieces were replaced due to being defective when we purchased the new car.

I purchased the Wolfgang WETS. Do I need to just clean the trim and apply the WETS or do I use a trim product and then the WETS?


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Never hurts to clean the trim... an APC diluted to your liking or a 'tire &/or rubber rejuvenator' kind of product maybe... Griots makes one as to many others... an APC diluted maybe... not required but may last longer and give a better look if you do clean it... IMHO...
 
I have the Griot's Black Shine trim restorer as well. Just wasn't sure if I needed to apply that first let cure and then seal it with WETS.

I red a few post that say if its brand new trim you can just clean and apply the WETS sealant.
 
I tested the WETS on the new trim and it seemed to seal it, but the look stayed stock. Nothing like it shows on the Autoggeek site! (I do like the flat look of the new trim just sealed) but I have some clients that like the more shiny look on the black. Any recommendations to add a dressing before I use the WETS to seal?
 
Automoglow said:
I tested the WETS on the new trim and it seemed to seal it, but the look stayed stock. Nothing like it shows on the Autoggeek site! (I do like the flat look of the new trim just sealed) but I have some clients that like the more shiny look on the black. Any recommendations to add a dressing before I use the WETS to seal?
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Do you have any pics of your trim?
 
Eldorado2k said:
Why?
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Hey Eldo, I"m assuming you're pulling my leg, but a good question none the less. So for those that really asked "why" but didn't reply:

The black trim can reach surface temps much greater temperature than the air-temp (depending on location, time of year, angle of sun, air-temperature and many other variables). Product will just bake on the black trim, making it nearly impossible to wipe off. Unless a product is really "sun-safe" I'd always suggest working on the black trim in shade. This will give you longer work time with the product. My favorite for black trim, either plastic or rubber was the Black Fire AIO Tire and Trim Protectant. Sadly, not made any more.

It was 94 outside yesterday here in Chandler AZ, however my laser thermometer gave me readings of 120 and above on certain trim areas of my car while it was in the garage, however, those part exposed with the garage door open.
 
LSNAutoDetailing said:
Hey Eldo, I"m assuming you're pulling my leg, but a good question none the less. So for those that really asked "why" but didn't reply:
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Nope, I wasn’t pulling your leg. I figured that was the reason, but I wanted to make sure.

Also, I tend to ask alot of questions for several reasons.
1. To keep things active on the forum or in real life, silence = boredom. Lol.
2. I like to ask certain questions, even ones that may have obvious answers because there’s always someone out there who legit doesn’t know but is afraid to ask.
 
Here is a pic about 2 weeks after I put the WETS on trim stayed stock look, it after a few rain storms it not has spots
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Automoglow said:
Here is a pic about 2 weeks after I put the WETS on trim stayed stock look, it after a few rain storms it not has spots
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IMO the best thing you can do is use a non-staining spray wax/sealant/hybrid like Meg's Ultimate Quik Wax, D156, or Optimum Car Wax directly over that rubber trim to see if it removes what I assume are water spots. I only end up applying WETS to my trucks plastic and rubber trim about twice a year because I'm always maintaining my trim with either D156 or OCW. Both of these products will help maintain that stock satin finish we all love.
 
mwoywod said:
IMO the best thing you can do is use a non-staining spray wax/sealant/hybrid like Meg's Ultimate Quik Wax, D156, or Optimum Car Wax directly over that rubber trim to see if it removes what I assume are water spots. I only end up applying WETS to my trucks plastic and rubber trim about twice a year because I'm always maintaining my trim with either D156 or OCW. Both of these products will help maintain that stock satin finish we all love.
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Thank you! Figured the WETS being a sealer it wouldn’t get the water spots. I do have some D156 to try and get the spots off. So would I be better off using a trim dressing product and then apply the WETs? Sorry just confused on how this works and new to all this


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Are they still there after washing or is that just after a rain storm with dirt on them ?


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