Forever Black vs. Black Again

[toms560]

Anybody have any thoughts on these products for the trim on my 88 560Sl.

[rdetoy]

Black Again is excellent for making some of the smaller black or dark gray trim pieces look as they should--things like door handles, rubber mirror surrounds, rub strips, etc. It also does a good job of making bumpers look more fresh. It applies in a manner similar to most surface protectants, although the manufacturer recommends some curing time in the sun for best results and endurance. I've used it with excellent results, and some unsolicited compliments as well.

Forever Black is, in my experience, a product limited to use on bumpers and is much more work. It is a multi-step process using a conditioner prior to using the paint-like dye. I have been dissapointed in its durability in the southern California sun, and a 'refresher' application means going through the whole process again.

If you are planning a light detailing of faded rubber and vinyl surfaces, then I suspect Black Again is what you seek.

[dmorrison]

As recommended in this forum I decided to use 303 protectant on the axel boots of the 123. I decided to use it on the black trim of the wagon also.
It did change the black trim from grayish black to completely black. Now the trim has a UV protectant and rubber protectant. I was happy with the way it worked.

http://www.303products.com/main.php?infopage=protectant

I found it at a local RV shop. Call ahead to see if they carry it.

Dave