Restoring old non-painted plastic, it works! Options

[blackthunder]

So I took this from my post on a scooter forum (yes I have a 250CC scooter; it makes sense here in Japan!). I figured this will apply to any plastics that are not painted that you want to bring back to make look new and can obviously apply to more than just cars and scooters!

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Okay so I guess it is not really a question but more of an answer that I could not find a proper place to put it in *sigh* so please move it as needed.

Anyway, for those who want more of a permanent fix to dry, faded plastic that armor-all or other short-term expensive chemicals, here you go! I did some research and was a little leery in trying this since there was not much actual usage of the idea but I figured, what the heck, and boy I'm glad I did! The solution I used was the infamous 40% boiled linseed oil and 60% paint thinner. So far after three coats it has dried completely and has been out in the elements with no problems. I live in Okinawa where the acid/salt rain, onshore salty breeze, jet exhaust, and harsh sun will eat the crap out of plastic; I will make sure to post updates on how well and for how long it lasts. This is more of a sealant than a plain "make look good" solution so I think it should last a great deal longer than anything else out there!

All right, enough of my talking, here is the proof of transformation!

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[Culpable04]

I have both ingredients at my disposal so this week I'll give it a try