Brought back the black on my ARB

[runrunner]

Recently picked up a used ARB a few weeks back and the powdercoating has seen better days. It has some scratches and is faded pretty bad.

After doing some research I dusted off my Porter Cable 7424 and found some Meguiars 105 Ultra Cut compound on my shelf of goodies. As the powdercoat is pretty tough I couldnt get all the scratches out, but it brought back the black and put the sheen. Pictures dont do much justice, but you can see to the right of the ARB emplem is as far as I went. Push pads are pretty dull too, probably use some Back to Black on those.

 

[Opi]

where the heck do you score a used arb

 

[chris360hawks]

I'm going to try this with my PC too! Zaino'd ARB anyone? lol

 

[JohnsD90]

where the heck do you score a used arb

Craigslist. Ive found quite a few from $300-$600.

 

[runrunner]

I'm going to try this with my PC too! Zaino'd ARB anyone? lol

Give it a shot. Here is the link that I found recommending the Meg's 105.

http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/114412-can-i-polish-powder-coat.html

I am by no means a detailer, just had some stuff leftover from when I had my BMW M3. Its almost too shiny now, but looks way better than dirty faded black. I will be finishing up the entire bumper today and will post a pic.

As far as locating a used ARB, I tried to find one with no luck. I then posted a wanted ad on here, Tacoma world, Expedition portal, yota tech, and craigslist and was called whithin a few days. Overall I had about 3 hits. Average price was $450 - $550.

 

[brian2sun]

I got my ARB used for 2 bills. Keep looking..