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    Uv test (11 different products)

    UV TEST (11 DIFFERENT PRODUCTS)
    DAY ONE

    Well, I was at wally's world today to pick up some pvc cement to fix a busted water pipe. As I was walking by the fabric dept. I remembered I've been meaning to get some vinyl or leather for a UV test. They only had read and blue vinyl and no leather so I got the blue vinyl. While I was waiting for my pvc cement to cure I set up my test.

    I know these products are not comparable as UV protectants (A couple may not even claim UV protection) Also as you know some of these products have a little different function then others. Some are versatile and some overlap. And of course it's probably a safe bet the vinyl material I used is going to fade a whole lot faster then an actual automobile interior material that has built in UV inhibitors to aid in a longer life.

    As long as everybody keeps these things in mind this should be interesting to see. Some of these products should fade rather quickly and we will not think any less of them for it. Others which come with some expectation should last longer. In either case it whould be fun.I taped a line down the length of the middle of the vinyl and removed the tape after applying products. That tape line is our untreated comparison strip.

    The products being tested are:
    Sonax Dashboard Cleaner (Matte finish) - Review: Sonax Dashboard Cleaner matte finish
    1Z Cockpit Premium
    1Z Leather Care - Review-1Z Einszett Leather Care
    Leather Master Protectant Cream - Review: Leather Master Car Leather Protection & Cleaner Kit
    Ultima Interior Guard Plus - Review: Ultima Interior Guard Plus (UIGP)
    Wolfgang Leather Care Conditioner
    303 Aerospace Protectant
    1Z Gummi
    Duragloss Marine and RV protectant #531
    Optimum Opti-Clean - Review: Optimum Opti Clean
    Ultima Waterless wash - Review: Ultima Waterless Wash Plus

    Note: the DG 531 will be added in the next day or 2 (when it arrives courtesy of Old Tiger)

    Heres a couple videos showing the test strip on day one: Pretty much the same video but in the second one I shaded the fabric so it was easier to see the gloss differences.

    [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBwbxY3i0vk]YouTube - UV TEST DAY ONE-1.AVI[/video]




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    Re: Uv test (11 different products)

    One other thing. I think I'm going to move this fabric onto the dashboard of my car to avoid moisture in the mornings. The glass will block some UV and probably cause the test to last longer but I won't have to move the fabric in and out every night etc.

    The vehicle will be outside 24-7 and I'll attempt to face it into the sun as much as possible.
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    Re: Uv test (11 different products)

    Are you only doing one application and that is it, durability test, or continues application, check how good the protection is? That would be two type of testing...if you only apply once you will get the durability of the product, could be best uv blocking but only last 1 week..vs. last 4 weeks and has half the uv blocking potential. Just want to get the full scope of this.

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    Re: Uv test (11 different products)

    I have a strong feeling that 303 will be the winner.

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    Re: Uv test (11 different products)

    I am betting on the Ultima Interior Guard Plus to outpace the others.

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    Re: Uv test (11 different products)

    Quote Originally Posted by ironman1982 View Post
    I am betting on the Ultima Interior Guard Plus to outpace the others.
    Plus 1 on the Ultima

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    Great idea on the test Corey!!! My money is on Ultima

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    Quote Originally Posted by agpatel View Post
    Are you only doing one application and that is it, durability test, or continues application, check how good the protection is? That would be two type of testing...if you only apply once you will get the durability of the product, could be best uv blocking but only last 1 week..vs. last 4 weeks and has half the uv blocking potential. Just want to get the full scope of this.
    You make a very good point. This test will be a one time application. I have another sheet of vinyl as well. I will do another test with re-application of product evey 3 or 4 weeks to cover our bases. Don't want to do it more often then that because who really wants to apply every week... Thank you
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    Re: Uv test (11 different products)

    Are they fading yet?

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    Quote Originally Posted by zliegen View Post
    I have a strong feeling that 303 will be the winner.
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