Faded plastic bumpers/trims on Peugeot Boxer

[blue1875nose]

Apologies if this topic has been posted previously.
The lock-down has given us all more time to fill at home and Google hasn't provided a convincing, long lasting remedy for faded (originally black) plastic bumpers and trim around the MoHo. I've already done the heat gun thing, and though initially promising this treatment disappointed too. So has anyone got the answer?

 

[dougdotcom]

Vinyl wrap, matt or gloss. done well looks amazing. there are hundreds of videos on youtube and you can order 3m vinyl wrap from ebay relatively cheap. if you go wrong just pull off and try again with a new piece.

 

[Two on Tour]

I used "Forever Black" to do all the black trim that had faded to grey on the PVC we had, it did a great job.

http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-5...0001&campid=5338547443&icep_item=201653767002

Another Funsters also used Forever Black with these results.

 

[The Coops]

Have a look on the web for a product called Owatrol; Polytrol colour restorer Its brilliant, It is used in the marine environment for restoring colours and re doing faded plastics and lenses. ( E** that web site!)

 

[blue1875nose]

Thanks dougdotcom, Two on Tour and AC/DC for your speedy responses - the vinyl wrap idea is a new one to me. Food for thought all round - it's good to have a project on the go!!

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[Richard n Ann]

Harly Wax brings them up nice. I know it sounds wrong waxing plastic but Harly wax is amazing, and great on the paintwork too.
If you look it up on amazon the reviews are 4.9 out of 5 ?

 

[Ivory55]

If they are really bad some spray paint them and colour coded them like more modern models.

 

[TheBig1]

You can't put vinyl on a textured surface, it just won't work. Either use forever black every few months or paint them

 

[Mikeco]

Linseed oil works very well and lasts for a few months.

 

[TerryL]

Once a year I go around all my black plasticised trim with a drop of WD40 on a clean cloth. Brings them up beautifully. Have used Back-to-Black and other similar substances but none have been better than good old WD40!

I use it on the cars as well - which reminds me, while I don't have a lot to do.........................................

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[Coolcats]

You can't put vinyl on a textured surface, it just won't work. Either use forever black every few months or paint them

Spot on, there are a number of converters who paint or have painted T5/T6 black plastic bumpers etc but even preparing them the paint often peels off after a period of time the only realiable way of having coloured bumpers for those vehicles is to purchase replacement bumpers that are made to be painted. Even Wrap's on suitable surfaces tend to wear and have to be replaced after x period

 

[blue1875nose]

I guess it's a relatively unimportant topic for discussion at the moment, but thanks again for taking the time to offer your solutions to the problem. I'm going to start with a sample pot of Polytrol (£5 for 100ml) which should give me at least one coat on the bumpers and various trim items. I'll report back on how I get on, and in the meantime I'll have a look at the reviews on Forever Black.

 

[The Coops]

100 ml will last forever! I bought 500ml three years ago and done loads with it even donated some to my mates landrover project and still have about 250ml left, just make sure its a warm day and leave to dry , once dried properly should last for 18 months plus and when worn a quick wipe with thinners or other degrased product and do again

 

[MopedMan]

I use black shoe polish a couple of times a year on my Boxer bumpers and they look great

 

[Reacher]

Morning all.
Just to add another idea into the mix....

Gtecniq C4 permanent trim restorer is brilliant, expensive but very good. A little goes a long way.

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[Bill and Tracey]

Carolan Bumper Care. We have to re-do it every second year but it looks the part when finished. Just keep it away from the big white bit.

 

[Bill and Tracey]

*Carolan*. Oops.

 

[Bill and Tracey]

Damned auto correct. Carplan!

 

[Waveski]

I just use a plain silicon spray (not silicon lubricant) on the black bits every time I clean the van. A quick spray followed by a wipe with a soft cloth does the job in minutes. Apparently it’s a lorry driver trick and it’s very cheap! I’m

 

[Crazylegs]

You can't put vinyl on a textured surface, it just won't work. Either use forever black every few months or paint them

I would go further and suggest any product that claims it restores plastic bumpers is nothing more than a temporary fix.
Painting is a permanent fix and probably costs not much more than a dressing. Thoroughly clean with Detergent and a scotch pad, ( pan scourer will do) mask up with tape and newspapers, then apply several light coats of a quality paint in an aerosol like above. Sem is a premium product with added adhesive to ensure a good bond to the bumper.

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[The Wino]

I guess it's a relatively unimportant topic for discussion at the moment, but thanks again for taking the time to offer your solutions to the problem. I'm going to start with a sample pot of Polytrol (£5 for 100ml) which should give me at least one coat on the bumpers and various trim items. I'll report back on how I get on, and in the meantime I'll have a look at the reviews on Forever Black.

When I look all the supplies are outside the UK and have a hefty delivery charges.

 

[blue1875nose]

I just use a plain silicon spray (not silicon lubricant) on the black bits every time I clean the van. A quick spray followed by a wipe with a soft cloth does the job in minutes. Apparently it’s a lorry driver trick and it’s very cheap! I’m

Ahhh - now you've got to the heart of the problem Waveski ; "...every time I clean the van." - the MoHo and I have a once a year wash meet - I refer to it as its' birthday bath - when it's over the van looks clean and sparkly and I feel cream crackered. Hence my search for a longer lasting treatment.

 

[M-J]

I used forever black on one of our daughters cars and the results were great, difficult to get off if you get it on non black bits if you leave too long.

Ive also heard peanut butter does the trick?

 

[TheBig1]

I used forever black on one of our daughters cars and the results were great, difficult to get off if you get it on non black bits if you leave too long.

Ive also heard peanut butter does the trick?

the oil in the peanut butter does work for a while but you find dogs licking your van for some reason

 

[1_man_and_his_dob(lo)]

Ive also heard peanut butter does the trick?

It does, but not for long. The Autoglym stuff I've used is a bit better, but not much.

Thanks to everyone who has contributed to this thread. From a Fiat Doblo owner...enough said.

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[alanalmoff]

I used forever black on one of our daughters cars and the results were great, difficult to get off if you get it on non black bits if you leave too long.

Ive also heard peanut butter does the trick?

Smuckers is the best peanut butter in the world. I think!, to good to put on your black bits

 

[Masman]

Believe it or not.I was in the garden today and with it being sunny I put on sun cream.I sat in our old garden chair.which has faded.But where my arms were on the chair the sun cream has made it look like New.Maybe it would work on faded bumpers.

 

[Two on Tour]

UV protection as well.

 

[Nixdorfer]

When I look all the supplies are outside the UK and have a hefty delivery charges.

If looking for Polytrol there is a uk website, I ordered the same £5 sample size with free delivery.

Polytrol | Colour restorer for faded surfaces | Owatrol Direct

Restore the colour of faded surfaces - great for car bumpers, boat gelcoats, tarnished metals, faded stone, tiles, paint, plastics and fibreglass (GRP).

www.owatroldirect.co.uk

 

[Wagoneer]

Once a year I go around all my black plasticised trim with a drop of WD40 on a clean cloth. Brings them up beautifully. Have used Back-to-Black and other similar substances but none have been better than good old WD40!

Many thanks for the tip re WD40. Used it today on black plastic lock surrounds, dark window surrounds and aluminium skirt. Well pleased, really looks good now

PS. Even lubricated the locks with GT85 (contains PTFE) and door/window rubber seals with WÜRTH rubber treatment.

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