cladding cleaner / restorer - anyone tried it?

[Triathlete]

Ganz...Calfee builds some very sweet road bikes! I was unpleasently surprised by his TT/tri frame...I was expecting something more than a cookie cutter design. I also dig his bamboo frames. Have heard they have an amazing ride.

P.S. not ALL carbon frames are repaired by Craig though he is quite capable. My Felt just came back from some warranty work from the Felt plant in Irvine, Ca.


**End threadjack**

[technocoy]

Sorry KAT, I will put some VooDoo on it if you want me to!

I need to find some of this 303 for my rack. It could definitely use some TLC. The aluminum is oxidized looking and the rubber as well.

Wonder if they have it at autozone or pepboys?

[VX KAT]

Sorry KAT, I will put some VooDoo on it if you want me to!

I need to find some of this 303 for my rack. It could definitely use some TLC. The aluminum is oxidized looking and the rubber as well. Or you could sell it to me and I'll treat it REAL nice with my 303!! ...then I'll ship it to OZ and your rack will be famous for its world travels...sound good?

Wonder if they have it at autozone or pepboys?

Looks like Cabela's will ship it to store for free, if you have one of those close...16 oz $14.99. A lot of marine and RV supply places often have it also.
Otherwise, I'd just search Amazon for the best deal. I know I got free shipping.
I bought the 32 oz spray and it will last a lifetime...I've used it a ton and it's maybe 1/4 gone...I'd say go for the smaller 8 oz or 16 oz ...but then again, you may go crazy with the stuff like I am and spray everything you possibly can! Even see a user on Amazon included a pic of his engine bay. I've detailed my engine bay twice, check out my ROM pics.
http://www.amazon.com/303-Aerospace-...6974785&sr=8-2

Here's 16 oz $12.50 + $6.99, not too bad.
http://www.amazon.com/Aerospace-Prot...6975281&sr=1-4

[technocoy]

HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! Good try KAT with the subliminal quote manipulation...

I'm one of those people that thinks a VX just loses a certain amount of testosterone when there is no rack.

I'll check some local marine shops and see whats there... The closest Cabela's is like 2.5 hours. ugh.

Thanks for the info though. Definitely a big help.

[VX KAT]

HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! Good try KAT with the subliminal quote manipulation...

Damn! I think he's on to me...
Maybe it was the bold italicized purple font

.....you know us Mac people, we're pretty crafty with the graphics!

[ben-man]

Hey Kat,
so, is that 303 stuff a cleaner as well, or just a sealer/protectant. I do have some lighter streaks on the cladding, but nothing that l would call oxidation. I guess what I'm asking is: would you just buy the 303 or would you clean it first with something else?

[VX KAT]

Hey Kat,
so, is that 303 stuff a cleaner as well, or just a sealer/protectant. I do have some lighter streaks on the cladding, but nothing that l would call oxidation. I guess what I'm asking is: would you just buy the 303 or would you clean it first with something else?

Sprayed directly on very dirty, grimmy roof rack parts (plastic end caps and the towers especially), wiped down with a rag, resprayed them and let them sit for a few hours. By then, it loosened dirt of any type, so I could just wipe it away AND it seemed to absorb into the plastic much more than just when sprayed and wiped it off. I heavily sprayed the inside of the end caps and cleaned them with Q-tips...so Joshi and VxMtb you'll be really impressed if you look inside there!

Made the black plastic look nice & dark and "moisturized", like new.

Think it would work very well on cladding! Except I don't know if it will remove prior products (B2B etc...)
Here's the product instructions....doesn't mention cleaning any item first...

303 Aerospace Protectant
"SPF 40 SUNSCREEN" For Your Stuff
Developed for aerospace and aviation applications, 303 is the world's most effective UV screening product. Unlike other "protectant" products, 303 does not contain silicone oils, waxes, glycerin or petroleum distillates. 303 leaves a like-new, non-oily, anti-static finish that does not attract dust. Treated stay cleaner longer, reducing maintenance.

Interior/Exterior: Vinyl & leather Interiors, plastic bumpers, fender flares, trim and lenses, car bras, tonneau covers, vinyl soft tops & Plastic windows, chrome and alloy wheels. Spray on, wipe dry.

Synthetic & Natural Rubber: for inflatable boats, wet/dry suits, tires, door & trunk seals and under-the-hood rubber. Spray on, wait 5 min. & wipe dry.

RV EPDM Rubber Roofing: Clean surface. Spray on mop on 3x3 foot area. Wipe dry. For your safety, never walk on wet roof.

Fiberglass: RV's boats, truck caps. Out of direct sun, spray surface with 303 and wipe completely dry. If streaking occurs, too much product has been used. Use a wet towel to remove excess, immediately wipe dry.

Motorcycles/ATV's/Snowmobiles, PWC's: Spray on wipe dry & polish to a high gloss. Also for gear... helmets, visors, goggles. Repels dirt, insects, snow ice and road grime.

Household: Patio furniture, spa and pool covers, vinyl liners & pool inflatables. Not for unfinished leathers (such as suede), fabrics (canvas) or floors.

Application:
Spray on, wetting the surface with 303. Wipe COMPLETELY dry. Turn cloth over to a dry area (or use a second clean, dry, absorbent cloth) and polish to remove any and all excess. Following these simple instructions.getting the surface wet (not just damp) with 303, then wiping COMPLETELY dry.will give you a beautiful, like-new finish that repels soiling and stains and LASTS LONGER.

KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN, STORE & USE ABOVE FREEZING.
303 is non-toxic, non-flammable.