Aerospace 303?
09-27-2006, 11:25 AM
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Aerospace 303?
anyone here uses Aerospace 303 UV protectant? I friend recommanded it to me, said it can be use on everything and anything ( paint.. leather.. plastics.. lens... tires... Rims... convertable tops...) Apparently it will UV protect my car so that the plastic and paint wont faint overtime due to UV. Restore the interior shine and what not. Since it is water based ( instead of Alochol based like armorall) it shouldnt cause any long term damage.
Wonder if anyone else uses this... maybe something worth looking into. I used it on the leather and dash, so far everything is shinny and smooth, i like.
Wonder if anyone else uses this... maybe something worth looking into. I used it on the leather and dash, so far everything is shinny and smooth, i like.
09-27-2006, 11:54 AM
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Lots of people use it for interior and exterior vinyl and rubber. It is generally regarded as a quality product that provides exceptional UV protection and all-around conditioning for the vinyl/rubber parts.
I have never read anyone here or on autopia.org recommending its use on paint. Everyone uses a quality polymer (like Zaino or Meguiar NXT) or carnauba wax protectant system.
I guess there's no reason not to use 303 on tires, but most people use a dedicated tire shine or dressing product.
Aerospace 303 can be bought on their own website (they even offer samples!), from a number of third party websites, from spa/tub suppliers, from marine/boating suppliers, and from some auto supply houses.
Good Stuff!!
I have never read anyone here or on autopia.org recommending its use on paint. Everyone uses a quality polymer (like Zaino or Meguiar NXT) or carnauba wax protectant system.
I guess there's no reason not to use 303 on tires, but most people use a dedicated tire shine or dressing product.
Aerospace 303 can be bought on their own website (they even offer samples!), from a number of third party websites, from spa/tub suppliers, from marine/boating suppliers, and from some auto supply houses.
Good Stuff!!
09-27-2006, 01:07 PM
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"said it can be use on everything and anything ( paint.. leather.. plastics.. lens... tires... Rims... convertable tops...) Apparently it will UV protect my car so that the plastic and paint"
False... you should smack your friend
. it can be used on fiberglass, leather, plastics (interior or exterior moldings), and tires... Do not use it on Paint... it DOES NOT condition it only protects but its good stuff (i wouldnt waste it on tires and i would use lexol on leather sicne it protects AND conditions).
False... you should smack your friend
. it can be used on fiberglass, leather, plastics (interior or exterior moldings), and tires... Do not use it on Paint... it DOES NOT condition it only protects but its good stuff (i wouldnt waste it on tires and i would use lexol on leather sicne it protects AND conditions).
09-27-2006, 10:43 PM
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haha I'll smack him and tell him that tomrrow. or Just telll him cuz he already sprayed that stuff ALL over his S2000 today. Does it cause any paint damage? or just a waste of time ( and money)
09-28-2006, 01:34 AM
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303 protectant can go on your paint, but I don't do it because it feels is kind of a waste. I bought it for interior and some exterior purpose such as trim, headlight...etc. but not paint.
I have heard that it makes contaminant (dusts, bird crap...etc.) less likely to stick to paint surface, makes it easier to clean
Here is a cut and paste of 303 web site, link is http://www.303products.com/main.php?...echaeroprotect
"303 Aerospace Protectant will give your vehicle’s paint job that “always wet look” for a superior shine. "
I have heard that it makes contaminant (dusts, bird crap...etc.) less likely to stick to paint surface, makes it easier to clean
Here is a cut and paste of 303 web site, link is http://www.303products.com/main.php?...echaeroprotect
"303 Aerospace Protectant will give your vehicle’s paint job that “always wet look” for a superior shine. "
09-28-2006, 11:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Conundrum
303 protectant can go on your paint, but I don't do it because it feels is kind of a waste. I bought it for interior and some exterior purpose such as trim, headlight...etc. but not paint.
I have heard that it makes contaminant (dusts, bird crap...etc.) less likely to stick to paint surface, makes it easier to clean
Here is a cut and paste of 303 web site, link is http://www.303products.com/main.php?...echaeroprotect
"303 Aerospace Protectant will give your vehicle’s paint job that “always wet look” for a superior shine. "
I have heard that it makes contaminant (dusts, bird crap...etc.) less likely to stick to paint surface, makes it easier to clean
Here is a cut and paste of 303 web site, link is http://www.303products.com/main.php?...echaeroprotect
"303 Aerospace Protectant will give your vehicle’s paint job that “always wet look” for a superior shine. "
OK--I learn lots of new things every day on this forum. I still wouldn't use it on top of my NXT, I'm more confident in a product that's specifically-designed and well respected as an automotive paint protectant. On tires--it's kind of a waste, since UV degradation of the sidewall is no problem on high-perfomance tires driven hard and replaced in 1 1/2 years or so.
09-28-2006, 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Conundrum
I have heard that it makes contaminant (dusts, bird crap...etc.) less likely to stick to paint surface, makes it easier to clean
09-28-2006, 08:53 PM
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I would never put 303 on the paint. Zaino and probably the other polymer based finishes already add UV protection, so the 303 is unnecessary.
303 Protectant is great on all the interior finishes. The dash looks great with it.
303 Protectant is great on all the interior finishes. The dash looks great with it.
10-04-2006, 05:45 PM
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Best stuff I have ever used on my dash. It works great and doesn't leave you dash with a glossy silicone look as armor all does. It also doesn't etch the piano black plastic as the alcohol based systems can.
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Originally Posted by Cool-Blue-Dad
Favorite place to buy it online? I haven't found a local shop carrying it. Is their website typically a fair enough price?
I plan on getting it on ebay to try out and maybe the gallon later on.
03-31-2007, 01:26 AM
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https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...&highlight=303
welcome to the past.. great stuff...
read the whole tread the link is still there..
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welcome to the past.. great stuff...
read the whole tread the link is still there..
beers
03-31-2007, 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by swoope
http://www.spadepot.com/Merchant2/me...de=Maintenance
the easy way.. it went up in the last 3 yrs..
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the easy way.. it went up in the last 3 yrs..
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I swear by it, best protectant I ever used. The best part (for me at least) is that it doesn't leave that dust attracting 'bling-bling' shine, that I loathe so much. I've found that it will last through several washes and still hold up also. You can typically get it at marine supply stores (Boat US, etc), or from www.properautocare.com
04-07-2007, 12:53 AM
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I swear by it, best protectant I ever used. The best part (for me at least) is that it doesn't leave that dust attracting 'bling-bling' shine, that I loathe so much. I've found that it will last through several washes and still hold up also. You can typically get it at marine supply stores (Boat US, etc), or from www.properautocare.com
x2, and it is not shinny and does not fly off when you drive it.
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I just put it on today. No smell and not a lot of film or shine left behind. It does make the leather a bit slicker than without it.
I don't like the standard spray bottle. It only does 'stream' and not 'spray'. I ended up wetting the microfiber towel and wiping things down in many places.
What I found is that the standard spray splatters and if you don't get all the little splashes they can dry and you have to rub really hard to get them out.
So how often do I have to redo the interior? Once a month?
I don't like the standard spray bottle. It only does 'stream' and not 'spray'. I ended up wetting the microfiber towel and wiping things down in many places.
What I found is that the standard spray splatters and if you don't get all the little splashes they can dry and you have to rub really hard to get them out.
So how often do I have to redo the interior? Once a month?
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