How To Restore Weatherstripping Trim On Your Vehicle!

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3 жыл бұрын

In today’s video, I restored the trim around the windows on my 2002 Lexus IS300. This will work for pretty much any vehicle with rubber trim surrounding the windows. I did this a few months back using a magic eraser & goo gone and it turned out fantastic, as you can see in the thumbnail. In the video I restored the trim around my windshield and I also tried dawn dish-washing soap, and it also worked great. The finished product is amazing if you just spend a little bit of time on it. Thanks for watching & please be sure to like/comment & subscribe:-)
Materials used- Dawn Dish-washing Soap, Goo Gone, Mr Clean Magic Eraser.
I am not a professional mechanic and the methods described in my videos are solely based on my research and intuition. I make mistakes and when I do, I try to point them out so others don't make the same mistakes. These videos are meant only as a description of what I was trying to do and how I went about doing it. Before attempting any service on your car, conduct your own research and use common sense.

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@rebeccamoran9404 3 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for sharing this is perfect for what I need.

@Pondsisawesome124 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped you:-)

@jackschiltz7286 9 ай бұрын

tried it on my 2008 toyota tacoma and worked unbelievable

@6feetoveryou 2 жыл бұрын

You sir are awesome!!

@alexharper9786 Жыл бұрын

I gotta white truck and when I wash it or when it rains mine are running and making streaks i definitely gotta try this

@AFilmIonosphere Жыл бұрын

I just used a mild steel wool and it cleaned it to new, the I used Methyl Salicylate and brought the texture back.

@donaldsnyder755 Жыл бұрын

How can you keep a Robert and getting insid

@thecaboose6591 Ай бұрын

Definitely trying this

@siamsummer9426 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video. Very interesting. In Australai I have sceen magic eraser sponge block but I have not sceen a cloth before. What is the brand name of the Magic Eraser cloth ?? Cheers Hayden

@Pondsisawesome124 5 ай бұрын

Mr Clean is the brand name. Amazon perhaps or eBay?

@ged16m 2 жыл бұрын

thank you 👐

@mikesgarcia7869 Жыл бұрын

Does anyone else have problem with sealant leaking black when gets wet on the car as well? I heard u could torch a layer off but this looks better.

@alexharper9786 Жыл бұрын

Yes I do on my white truck especially when it rains or when I wash it. I’m gonna give this a try forsure

@franklaramer5233 2 жыл бұрын

Will this remove small scratches on the rubber trim around the windows? Thanks :) Also should I use dawn + magic eraser or goo gone and magic eraser?

@Pondsisawesome124 2 жыл бұрын

This should remove small imperfections, dawn or goo gone should work just fine however goo gone is a little more aggressive and should work better - always test a small inconspicuous area first!

@franklaramer5233 2 жыл бұрын

@@Pondsisawesome124 it worked for stains, small scratches and polish compound residues but now i got some small micro scratches all over the weatherstrips is there a way to remove those, or i pushed too hard on the magic eraser?? Thanks

@Bushwhacker-84 2 жыл бұрын

How do you clean in between the glass and the door panel

@Pondsisawesome124 2 жыл бұрын

You could remove the door panel to get the whole thing clean or just use regular cleaners.

@calvinhang 6 ай бұрын

Can this remove overspray clearcoat as well off plastic/rubber weatherstrip window trims?

@Pondsisawesome124 6 ай бұрын

Possibly, really depends on how heavy the overspray is and how well it stuck to the trim. Trying it shouldn’t hurt

@bobbrown8615 Жыл бұрын

I bought the Automotive Goo Gone based on, however, the label states not for rubber????? I'm pretty sure my trim issue is made of rubber. . . .any advise?

@Pondsisawesome124 Жыл бұрын

I had tried everything I could think of to get my trim looking better and this worked for me. Note, I did wash it well after and then used protectant on it. Many miles & over a year later it still looks good, BUT please don't use the Goo Gone if you think it may damage your trim. Maybe try just the Dawn soap first.

@jasonmacneil2256 5 ай бұрын

YEAH, don't use goo gone on your weatherstripping!! 303 aerospace protectant is best!! Silicone free product which is what you want.

@zerovalue5106 2 жыл бұрын

I dont think youre supposed to put goo gone on rubber. Chemical guys has an oil remover for plastics and rubber.

@brucep9729 Жыл бұрын

Did it work?

@hi2tao 2 жыл бұрын

HOLY HELL - i have been asking people how to remove the dirty from window shield. No one know the answer even the guy who have been in detail business for 10 years. I have been using simple green, polish, wax, and buff... nothing works. I hope this step will works

@kngalvrz3346 Жыл бұрын

Use steel wool and windex. If its really bad, steel wool and glass polish.

@Juhsga Жыл бұрын

Goo gone destroyed my tint ...be careful with that stuff!!!

@tristantopambudi3186 Жыл бұрын

Soapy water , scothbrite pads, brush and tire blackened.

@pugchench4443 2 жыл бұрын

How to maintain it to prevent cracks?

@Pondsisawesome124 2 жыл бұрын

Clean it well when you wash your car and coat it in some sort of a vinyl protectant. I used mothers VLR on mine

@neoretroguy4488 2 жыл бұрын

Put wd40 silicone oil on it to help it keep moisturized

@MrMaster2262 4 ай бұрын

These rubber seals last a long time. I personally wouldn't be to bothered about restoring them as you're more than likely going to shorten the life span of them... also i've never notice rubber seals on a vehicle unless im stood next to it... the first thing i notice when a car drives past is the colour, make & model. 2nd is wheels. 3rd is any modifications (spoiler, window tints, skirts, bumper extensions etc...) 4th depending on how fast it drives past is whoever is in the car. 5th is the vehicle following behind it... no one ever notices the rubber seals!!! If you attend car shows i sort of get it but don't waste your money or time!!!

@BrandonSalas-us8mm 2 ай бұрын

Please rename your tut my dude how to rejuvenate your faded dull weather seals or fix dry dirty seals on your vehicle (back to black) I’m trying to rebuild the window seal from the exterior power windows

@AlonSOAMAZING 11 ай бұрын

Does the back to black trim restorer . Restore it permanently or do you have to reapply it cuz it eventually fades ?

@Pondsisawesome124 10 ай бұрын

Seems to hold up fine so far.

@blacksrt3791 Жыл бұрын

Mold and sun spot removal with ease Gun lube and cleaner spray Followed by a sealant protectant

@Timsautosolutions Жыл бұрын

What rubber sealant would you say??

@afhostie 2 жыл бұрын

Putting masking tape on the paint makes it easier to prevent scratches

@Pondsisawesome124 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, or painters tape. Great suggestion!

@thingshappen9199 Жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure goo gone is deteriorating the rubber and those hard brushes are as well.

@Pondsisawesome124 Жыл бұрын

The rubber still looks a LOT better then it did going on 2 years later but your mileage may vary:-)

@paulsavenue12 Жыл бұрын

I experienced a volcanic eruption in 2020 and the volcanic ash destroyed all my window weather strips and rubbers. My car is a 2007 toyota blade and it is hard to find replacements. I am looking for DIY fixes. Any tip will be appreciated. I will provide a contact detail once you indicate...