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Ok, so silicone can be a 'good' additive in waxes.... Posted by REM in Seattle [Email]  (#4)  [Profile/Gallery]
(more from REM in Seattle) on Wed, 16 Nov 2005 21:17:44
In Reply to: Take a look at this article..., REM in Seattle [Profile/Gallery]
, Wed, 16 Nov 2005 20:54:24
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There are certainly places I will use silicone and places I will NOT use silicone.
I do not like silicone on the interior of my vehicle. I prefer non-silicone vinyl and lether care products. I find that the products with silicone attract more dust and leave a slick, hazy film behind that I just don't like.
The silicone containing vinyl dressings also cause more haze to build-up on the interior of the windshield, and make cleaning the interior of the windshield more difficult.
I love what silicone spray can do for the tires and the black rubber/plastic trim on the exterior of the car. I find Stoners 'More Shine Less Time' tire dressing very easy to use on tires and trim, and it gives long lasting results.
Silicone lubricant is great for the power antenna, espically Dupont silicone lubricant with Teflon.
Silicone vacuum hoses are wonderful under the hood, and be obtained in a wide range of pretty colors.
I never have had any real good luck with silicone rubber wiper blades, but the silicone rubber 'California Water Blade' is great for removing the majority of the water after washing the car.
I use Super-Lube synthetic grease that is compounded with silicone and Teflon in both the aerosol spray (for door hinges and latches) and in standard grease form (for sunroof and seat rails).
So choose where you wish to use silicone containing products, but don't worry that silicone is an evil thing. Just use some consideration before using silicone products, and you will do fine.
REM in Seattle
2005 Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible; 5-speed; 6000 miles
1998 Saab 900SET; 5-door; Automatic; 80,000 miles
1984 Saab 900T; 3-door; 5-speed; 242,000 miles (RIP)
_______________________________________ REM in Seattle Current: 2013 Volvo XC60 R-Design, Rebel Blue, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 2024 MINI Cooper S Convertible, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 6-speed manual Former: 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible, Steel Gray metallic, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 5-speed 1998 Saab 900SET 5-door, Silver, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider convertible, Alfa Red, 2.0L 4-cyl, 5-speed 1984 Saab 900T 3-door, Red, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 5-speed
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