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How to clean running boards on GX470?

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Old 03-26-19, 06:14 PM
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Default How to clean running boards on GX470?

As you can see in the pics they get dirty. Pressure washer doesnt seem to work. What do you recommend?
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The white stuff is not dirt or debree, this is plastic fading. Happens to all black plastic parts on exterior with time (unpainted mirrors bumpers and fender flares on Jeeps for example). I recommend Back to Black - makes them look like new except they become slippery as hell! Try it on a small low-traffic area.
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I used to be a detailer and got to try a whole lotta products. This is what I personally use for plastic trim that need restoration. You simply wipe it on the plastic and it does its job. As simple as it sounds. Only thing you need to be careful of is the fumes. Use it in a well ventilated area or just outside the garage. Did it on my GX 3 years ago, still haven't faded to use it again.

https://www.wipenew.com/wipe-new-original/
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Great tip!
I'll try wipe-new too!

Thanks!
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Originally Posted by OG Dada
I used to be a detailer and got to try a whole lotta products. This is what I personally use for plastic trim that need restoration. You simply wipe it on the plastic and it does its job. As simple as it sounds. Only thing you need to be careful of is the fumes. Use it in a well ventilated area or just outside the garage. Did it on my GX 3 years ago, still haven't faded to use it again.

https://www.wipenew.com/wipe-new-original/

Hmm Never head of it. I've tried Back to Black on some of my other vehicles in the past, but May try this as well. Thanks for the Tip.
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Does the Wipe-New make the boards slippery like back to black?
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