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Bakflip MX4...Clean/Protect....?

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by wee, Jul 9, 2023.

  1. Jul 9, 2023 at 2:40 PM
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    303, ceramic or something else....? I'd prefer to use just one product on both the aluminum and rubber parts.

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  2. Jul 20, 2023 at 7:40 AM
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    I used the cerakote ceramic trim coat on the whole thing, really brought it back to life! I also did the entire inside of bed
     
    Relyt4, Jul 20, 2023
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  3. Jul 22, 2023 at 2:22 AM
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    I ended up just using Hybrid Solutions Ceramic from Turtle Wax. Truck is garage kept so sun fading really shouldn't be an issue but washing those textured aluminum panels could be a pain without some kind of protection.

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    wee, Jul 22, 2023
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  4. Jul 22, 2023 at 2:39 AM
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    I use 303 on my X4S, but it doesn't last very long and easily washes off. I've been wanting to try Gtechniq's C4 as I've already got CSL/EXO V4 on the paint.
     
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    I read that the 303 isn't supposed to be used on painted surfaces.....? Not really sure if it was a post or the directions on the 303 bottle. I know the 303 would be better for the rubber just not sure of the aluminum panels....?

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    X4S is basically a vinyl skin over aluminum slats. I'd imagine the MX4 is similar? Bakflip recommended 303 and even had something on the paperwork in the box stating such. :notsure:
     
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  7. Jul 22, 2023 at 2:55 AM
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    No the MX4 is aluminum panels connected by rubber hinges. I can see where 303 would be prefect for a X4S.

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    I use 303 (recommended by Undercover for my Armorflex) and Hybrid Solutions. Either of those will be fine for the Bakflip.
     
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    I have been happy with the Hybrid Solutions...I haven't tried the 303.
     
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  11. Dec 17, 2023 at 6:00 PM
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    Was trying to use 303 on my BakFlip aluminum bed cover, not impressed with, honestly.
    Ending up coating whole thing with G-Technique ceramic spray.
    Works much better so far. :thumbsup:
     
    Tacosha, Dec 17, 2023
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  12. Dec 23, 2023 at 7:50 AM
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    Def use something with UV protection especially if your truck is outside a lot. I’m in AZ and the sun destroys cars here. I have seen a few people with the Bakflip and the rubber hinge and edging start to crack and deteriorate. I try to at least hit the rubber parts with some protectant after a wash and the whole thing on occasion. I have used 303 on mine with no issues.
     
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  13. Dec 30, 2023 at 11:45 AM
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    Another Cerakote instafan! Good stuff.
     
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