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 Faded Ranger Plastic Panel
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11/26/22 12:50 AM
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Loomis ex
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I have a side panel that is faded on my 2013 Ranger. Any suggestions on how to restore it? I heard somewhere that heat can help?! Thanks in advance. ![[Linked Image]](https://texasfishingforum.com/forums/pics/userpics/2022/11/full-56016-162057-side_panel.jpg)
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Re: Faded Ranger Plastic Panel
[Re: Loomis ex]
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11/26/22 01:18 AM
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David Welcher
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buy you a can of superior products tire dressing "Cover All" its really good on any kind of black plastic, tires, or molding. That's a hint from Steez McQueen, it's good stuff.
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Re: Faded Ranger Plastic Panel
[Re: Loomis ex]
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11/26/22 01:42 AM
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GODSDOZER
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Re: Faded Ranger Plastic Panel
[Re: Loomis ex]
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11/26/22 04:29 PM
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Loomis ex
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Re: Faded Ranger Plastic Panel
[Re: Loomis ex]
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11/26/22 04:56 PM
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Grasshopperglock
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The fire method is running a propane torch over the plastic. The flame never touches the plastic. It's only the heat.
Practice doing it on something else. Sun faded plastic mail box. Lawn chair. Any similar plastic as that panel. It does indeed work. The faded plastic will go shiny.
The last time I did it. I used it my mailbox and a plant pot. Plus a lawn chair. The smaller the object, the better a propane torch will work. Big objects need a bigger torch. Like what you'd use to light a BBQ pit fire.
Again, practice on something else until you get a feel for it. And if you try it. That panel will need to be removed for the best results.
Last edited by Grasshopperglock; 11/26/22 04:57 PM.
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Re: Faded Ranger Plastic Panel
[Re: Grasshopperglock]
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11/26/22 06:58 PM
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Fish Killer
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The fire method is running a propane torch over the plastic. The flame never touches the plastic. It's only the heat.
Practice doing it on something else. Sun faded plastic mail box. Lawn chair. Any similar plastic as that panel. It does indeed work. The faded plastic will go shiny.
The last time I did it. I used it my mailbox and a plant pot. Plus a lawn chair. The smaller the object, the better a propane torch will work. Big objects need a bigger torch. Like what you'd use to light a BBQ pit fire.
Again, practice on something else until you get a feel for it. And if you try it. That panel will need to be removed for the best results.
This!!! Works wonders on patio furniture stuff as well
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Re: Faded Ranger Plastic Panel
[Re: Grasshopperglock]
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11/28/22 02:23 AM
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SC-001
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The fire method is running a propane torch over the plastic. The flame never touches the plastic. It's only the heat.
Practice doing it on something else. Sun faded plastic mail box. Lawn chair. Any similar plastic as that panel. It does indeed work. The faded plastic will go shiny.
The last time I did it. I used it my mailbox and a plant pot. Plus a lawn chair. The smaller the object, the better a propane torch will work. Big objects need a bigger torch. Like what you'd use to light a BBQ pit fire.
Again, practice on something else until you get a feel for it. And if you try it. That panel will need to be removed for the best results.
 I would try 303 spray first, its done wonders for me on rejuvenating old plastic.
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Re: Faded Ranger Plastic Panel
[Re: GODSDOZER]
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11/28/22 03:13 AM
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tmd11111
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This stuff is legit. Bought some for my rub rail. Looked so good I did all the plastic panels as well.
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Re: Faded Ranger Plastic Panel
[Re: David Welcher]
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11/30/22 03:39 AM
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JBranham
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buy you a can of superior products tire dressing "Cover All" its really good on any kind of black plastic, tires, or molding. That's a hint from Steez McQueen, it's good stuff.
Thanks for this recommendation! Picked up a can a applied today and wow! No to see how long it lasts before I need to reapply.
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