WOW - disappointing!
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From: Overthemountain, AL
I missed everyone too just got too busy during the winter Big Brother TV show to post much 
Trying to get in some quality posting before the summer edition of Big Brother starts & I get overwhelmed 
So have I lost my status as the ken of clarity
sure, only for you T. Missed you of late. Trying to get in some quality posting before the summer edition of Big Brother starts & I get overwhelmed So have I lost my status as the ken of clarity
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From: NoCO
Ya know... I have heard that chapstick does a better job at keeping your trim black than anything else. I read it somewhere and a car show judge even recommended it. It doesnt go away after trying to powerwash it off. 
We quit talking about WOW a long time ago, didn't we? 
yes, i have a goatee, but still, that battery and efficiency is
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From: West Trenton, NJ
Richard ... using common sense and logic again to argue your point? How shameless ... Tsk Tsk! Step off!!! :-)
The ONLY part of my MINI that the New Jersey pollen doesn't stick to is the BW treated black trim.
And Thank You Richard for putting up w/ my 2 phone calls, stupid questions, posts on NAM, the video on youtube.
I have to admit that I used Windex (gasp) for my surface prep though. And now am prepared for my beatings.
The ONLY part of my MINI that the New Jersey pollen doesn't stick to is the BW treated black trim.
And Thank You Richard for putting up w/ my 2 phone calls, stupid questions, posts on NAM, the video on youtube.
I have to admit that I used Windex (gasp) for my surface prep though. And now am prepared for my beatings.
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From: Florida
What about the Windows?
So I'm trying to get that pukey white film off my windows tween Zaino Window waxes....what's the secret you guys?
On the advice of this forum I order some "WOW" for the exterior black plastic trim on my MCS. I found that I had to wipe it 3 times to avoid streaking.
Then I decided to use Turtle Wax "Wet N Black" Tire dressing (on my wife's Clubman exterior black plastic trim) - It works MUCH better. (Tire dressings are mostly Silicone Oil).
My .02 - Save your $10-12 and get the Turtle Wax product instead...
On the advice of this forum I order some "WOW" for the exterior black plastic trim on my MCS. I found that I had to wipe it 3 times to avoid streaking.
Then I decided to use Turtle Wax "Wet N Black" Tire dressing (on my wife's Clubman exterior black plastic trim) - It works MUCH better. (Tire dressings are mostly Silicone Oil).
My .02 - Save your $10-12 and get the Turtle Wax product instead...
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This has been a most interesting thread. There is a funny thing I've discovered about people who don't like BW (and have the know it all attitude).
They usually fit the following
1.) People who think they know everything so they don't read the instructions.
2.) People who don't accept advice because they know everything
3.) People who try to justify their credibility because they are yada yada yada and unfortunately still don't know anything.
4.) People who just like to be trolls.....
My response is usually this:
Did you try emailing, IMing, Skyping, PMing me, calling me on my Toll Free number to ask me about the product? Maybe I could have helped you before you decided that the product was no good? I would have even offered you your money back if you didn't like the product.
So let me ask you, because of your vast knowledge and credibility as a judge of classic cars--which by the way--most classics have VERY little plastic on them if they are true classics.....
What makes a good trim product? Durability? Looks? Or ease of application?
As a judge, do you even care if a person put on a product on their prized car because it was easy to apply? How would you know?
If BW was streaking, it comes down to only a few possibilities.
1.) You applied way too much product
2.) You didn't properly clean and prep the plastic before applying BW, and that prevented BW from being absorbed.
3.) What applicator did you use? A rag?
Please elaborate on your process so that we can learn from your expertise. Pictures would be helpful as well.
They usually fit the following
1.) People who think they know everything so they don't read the instructions.
2.) People who don't accept advice because they know everything
3.) People who try to justify their credibility because they are yada yada yada and unfortunately still don't know anything.
4.) People who just like to be trolls.....
My response is usually this:
Did you try emailing, IMing, Skyping, PMing me, calling me on my Toll Free number to ask me about the product? Maybe I could have helped you before you decided that the product was no good? I would have even offered you your money back if you didn't like the product.
So let me ask you, because of your vast knowledge and credibility as a judge of classic cars--which by the way--most classics have VERY little plastic on them if they are true classics.....
What makes a good trim product? Durability? Looks? Or ease of application?
As a judge, do you even care if a person put on a product on their prized car because it was easy to apply? How would you know?
If BW was streaking, it comes down to only a few possibilities.
1.) You applied way too much product
2.) You didn't properly clean and prep the plastic before applying BW, and that prevented BW from being absorbed.
3.) What applicator did you use? A rag?
Please elaborate on your process so that we can learn from your expertise. Pictures would be helpful as well.
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After reading comments here, I went to a detailing shop and checked out Black WOW. I was given the small sample. I bought a bottle of Wizards Black renew while at the detailers shop. I used the wizards on the Mini and the Black wow on some small trim on my new Lexus GS350. I also purchased a bottle of Mothers Back to Black which I have not tried yet. It has been several months.
I washed the Mini yesterday and put on another coat of Wizards even though it really did not need it. The Lexus still looks fine. No better or worse than the black trim on the Mini.
I don't see the value in buying Black Wow at the price difference between it and say Wizards. I understand the instructions say to use a drop the size of a pea, and the bottle will last you into old age. Fine. I do not intend to buy any Black Wow.
I am pleased with the ease of application of Wizards, the price, and how it lasts. I always wonder about a product that is advertised as a secret recipe.
In my opinion, it could be repackaged Mazola oil.
And finally, MiniMaybe rightfully apoligized for his response to the poster. He needs an attitude adjustment if he is to be president of a club. You will notice in his profile that he is a petroleum engineer and that his interest is detailing--That's about it. That's it?
I washed the Mini yesterday and put on another coat of Wizards even though it really did not need it. The Lexus still looks fine. No better or worse than the black trim on the Mini.
I don't see the value in buying Black Wow at the price difference between it and say Wizards. I understand the instructions say to use a drop the size of a pea, and the bottle will last you into old age. Fine. I do not intend to buy any Black Wow.
I am pleased with the ease of application of Wizards, the price, and how it lasts. I always wonder about a product that is advertised as a secret recipe.
In my opinion, it could be repackaged Mazola oil.
And finally, MiniMaybe rightfully apoligized for his response to the poster. He needs an attitude adjustment if he is to be president of a club. You will notice in his profile that he is a petroleum engineer and that his interest is detailing--That's about it. That's it?