Reply With QuoteAppreciate that yours is a RRS but I think that the same part is discussed re LR3's on the LR3 site. They have problems with the plastic in the UK as well.
My recollection was that it is a relatively cheap replacement item.
Regards
Barryp
LordRover
SupporterI had the windscreen in my RRS replaced last week - all went OK and only took about 30 minutes - looking at the job afterwards i noticed the black plastic trim at the bottom of the screen where the wipers come out of seemed to be scratched and a bit battered.
On closer examination the plastic is breaking down due to UV - it has gone gray and is going chalky - in fact rubbing your finger nail over it scrapes the chalkie stuff off and leaves underlying damage.
It will need replacing sooner or later. The car is 5 years old and has been garaged most of its life.
Isn't it about time Landrover started realising they sell in a world market in countries with much higher UV than in the UK.
I will try some UV protectorant but it is really too late now.
Garry
Not happy Jan.
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Master
SupporterAppreciate that yours is a RRS but I think that the same part is discussed re LR3's on the LR3 site. They have problems with the plastic in the UK as well.
My recollection was that it is a relatively cheap replacement item.
Regards
Barryp
LordRover
SupporterThanks - I will chase it down.Originally Posted by Barryp
Cheers
Garry
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1977 FC 101
1976 Jaguar XJ12C
1973 Haflinger AP700
1971 Jaguar V12 E-Type Series 3 Roadster
1957 Series 1 88"
1957 Series 1 88" Station Wagon
ChatterBox
Or take it out sand it down and re-paint it. It will last longer than a new one too.
LordRover
SupporterBut it does not have a smooth finish - so it will look odd if sanded.
Maybe a new one - but I will give it a coat of paint before installation.
Garry
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2007 Range Rover Sport TDV6
1977 FC 101
1976 Jaguar XJ12C
1973 Haflinger AP700
1971 Jaguar V12 E-Type Series 3 Roadster
1957 Series 1 88"
1957 Series 1 88" Station Wagon
ChatterBox
Bumper primer and bumper paint. Bumper paint gives a grainy finish.
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Armor All
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LordRover
SupporterToo late for thatArmor All
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2007 Range Rover Sport TDV6
1977 FC 101
1976 Jaguar XJ12C
1973 Haflinger AP700
1971 Jaguar V12 E-Type Series 3 Roadster
1957 Series 1 88"
1957 Series 1 88" Station Wagon
Master
We get problems with all the plastic, especially around the window areas, they become a light shade of grey and it looks pretty bad, there's not really a whole lot you can do about it, it is mainly caused by sun damage. However certain chemicals you may use to clean the car may attribute to this as well.
But on the whole it's definitely something LR should look into spending an extra few dollars on during production.
Super Moderator
Maybe, but still worth a try to get a little more life until you replace the panel.
I know that the black plastic vents on the RRc "D" pillars go from UV damaged grey to black for a while after Armor All.
Gees I want to write Armour ALL but I guess it's a US trademark!
You won't find me on: faceplant; Scipe; Infragam; LumpedIn; ShapCnat or Twitting. I'm just not that interesting.
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