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  1. Mike Phillips

    Clear coat fail or?

    Normal process includes, Wash and dry car Inspect for above surface bonded contamination via the Baggie Test - Clay if needed Machine polish all painted surfaces - ensures paint is clean and bare Wipe car down with Paint Coating Buidler Install the Nano-Resin MX Here's three videos showing...
  2. Mike Phillips

    Paint Sealant Application Constraints

    More... Here's the link to a more recent video and article I wrote on the topic of Textured Black Plastic Trim. How to Clean & Restore Black Plastic Trim on Cars And again, right now your trim does not NEED this product and process. In my opinion, it's better to be pro-active and protect...
  3. Mike Phillips

    Paint Sealant Application Constraints

    Seeing the location of the Textured Black Plastic Trim on the vertical panels, which means they are right in your face - I would double down on avoiding staining them in anyway. This type of plastic when exposed to UV rays from the sun overtime fades and develops Zebra Stripes. If your new...
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    Textured Black Plastic Automotive Trim How To Remove Zebra Stripes Fading Oxidation Restore Deep Dark Black Look
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    Textured Black Plastic Automotive Trim How To Remove Zebra Stripes Fading Oxidation Restore Deep Dark Black Look
  6. 2027 February Class

    2027 February Class

    Hands-on Car Detailing Classes with Mike Phillips
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    1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk Training Car for Mike Phillips Car Detailing Class
  8. Mike Phillips

    Paint Sealant Application Constraints

    Sad to hear. Like Textured Black Plastic Trim, once any form of anodized aluminum is stained, there's not much you can do to fix it. Anodizing is an electrochemical process that converts the outer surface of the aluminum into aluminum oxide. This protective layer grows both into and outward...
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    1958 Chevy Apache

    1958 Chevy Apache Stepside Shorty Single Stage Paint Mike Phillips
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  11. Mike Phillips

    Paint Sealant Application Constraints

    More... Even if you are only using a spray-on sealant or coating, there's still a possibility for staining or altering the appearance of trim. I found these pictures on a Facebook Detailing Group. I apologize to the owner, I should have reached out to get permission to use the pictures...
  12. Mike Phillips

    Paint Sealant Application Constraints

    Considering all aspects you just described, here's what I would suggest. After washing and drying the truck, tape-off any trim you don't want to accidently stain. The best way to avoid stained textured black plastic trim is to avoid getting anything on it in the first place. See my story...
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    2027 Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 SUV in Rubellite Red Metallic detailed by Mike Phillips - Taping off and protecting Textured Black Plastic Trim
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    Compound Polish Stained Textured Black Plastic Trim Mike Phillips
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    Compound Polish Stained Textured Black Plastic Trim Mike Phillips
  16. Mike Phillips

    Pictures - September 18th 19th 20th 2026 Class in Stuart Florida - Dr. Beasley's & Mike Phillips

    More... 🏁 FINAL RESULTS—1969 Plymouth Roadrunner! 🏁 Six steps. A whole lot of focused work. And THIS is the result! 😎✨ From orange peel and distorted reflections to deep purple gloss, crisp reflections, and ceramic protection—while preserving and protecting the matte black paint on the hood...
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    FINAL RESULTS—1969 Plymouth Roadrunner! Six steps. A whole lot of focused work. And THIS is the result! Mike Phillips
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    FINAL RESULTS—1969 Plymouth Roadrunner! Six steps. A whole lot of focused work. And THIS is the result! Mike Phillips
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    FINAL RESULTS—1969 Plymouth Roadrunner! Six steps. A whole lot of focused work. And THIS is the result! Mike Phillips
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    FINAL RESULTS—1969 Plymouth Roadrunner! Six steps. A whole lot of focused work. And THIS is the result! Mike Phillips
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