What are your secrets for detailing/shining/etc?

[sdg3205]

Nothing seems to work well on that piece. It is rough and dull. Just clean it up as best you can with a stiff brush and some automotive detergent. To do a really good job take it off the car and clean it up on the ground.

Just paint that thing.

[mluder]

I've found Aerospace 303 to work really well on the black bits - mirrors, trim, side vents, even the license plat surround. Just be careful not to get it on the stainless after you've washed the car as it will be visible and it takes a bit to get it off.
Top tip - it also brightens up the hoses, etc in the engine bay.

Cheers
Steven

[hippieman9]

Nothing seems to work well on that piece. It is rough and dull. Just clean it up as best you can with a stiff brush and some automotive detergent. To do a really good job take it off the car and clean it up on the ground.

I have found a product called "Perfect 10" from Majestic Solutions works great on the license plate frame, mirrors, tires, and vents, I even use it on the louvers and side moldings. It will last through 1or 2 washes pretty good. doesn't leave a tacky or greasy feel.