As a *** Laude graduate of Google and YouTube U, I can do any and every thing! Plus, I’m smart enough to listen to my wife who suggested this approach over removing the cover.

I sanded with an 800 grit because I was just trying to smooth the scuffs some , I used a wax and tar remover and then simply washed it and allowed it to dry. After masking, I sprayed without primer because the product (Rustoleum Trim and Bumper) said it adheres directly to the clean plastic surface.

All done, I’d say it looks really good. Carefully masking made it a breeze and the smallest overspray on the chrome was removed using my fingernail. Being the impatient guy I am, I didn’t allow adequate time between coats, so the drying will be ongoing. Because it’s more decorative than functional, nothing ever really touches it so that won’t be a problem...I hope.

 

Not today, but last week...

The installation was a breeze with the clear and concise instructions. The only problem was the cramped operating space in the rear seats, but the convenience outcome was well worth it!

 

Car not been used in over a week or so. so turned over the engine let it purr for 10mins sounded good from cold no noise and took park brake off

 

got the windows done this wknd. actually drove for 1st time as well... and since posts without pics are worthless, here are a couple...

 

Got the dreaded "Tire Pressure System Fault" yesterday so today I had the TPMS modules replaced at the local tire shop. It took awhile for them to realized they had to program them to replicate the old ones. After 10 minutes of driving my tire pressure alarm disappeared. Of course, my "Smart Key Battery Low: alarm came on. Damned CR2032's don't seem to last long.

 

Not necessary to program them to replicate the old ones, our cars relearn the new codes, so your warning would have disappeared after that drive without programming them.

 

Started giving the neglected chrome tips a little attention. I imagine they not been cleaned properly one time. Once they’ve been ignored this long, mostly clean and somewhat shiny is the best you can really hope for I guess.

 

I'm getting new rear tires tomorrow so I used up the last bit of old ones today. Dang, tire smoke sure can fill a cabin with the roof down.

Anyway, cleaned up all the wheels and threw my four new TPMS sensors in the front seat to have those installed also. Maybe those stupid dash lights will go away now? I dunno, not holding my breath.

I used Mother's Foaming Wheel & Tire Cleaner and it worked probably better than anything else I've tried so far. I will never believe that you can merely Spray-N-Rinse to get wheels clean without first a good ceramic coating, so I did some mild wiping. Took about four minutes per wheel. I love the look of Hyper Silver, even though my wheels are just a bit scuffed up on the edges.

Put some new Headlight bulbs in that I've had sitting since last year, went in quick. Since Not Night I don't know how they will do. Guess I'll have to meander tonight just to check.

Tomorrow I'll know more about both the TPMS situation with new Siemens Sensors and the new Headlights.

 

Don't know about the XKR, but just yesterday I replaced the original CR2032 in my XJ key fob. It lasted 3 years, and was still functioning normally, but with the low-bat message.

 

If you want the maximum possible battery life for your Smartkey fob, replace the original 2032 battery with a 2035 battery. It's identical to the original CR2032, except for the thickness. They're both 3V and 20mm in diameter, while the CR2032 is 3.2mm thick and the CR2035 is 3.5mm thick. That additional 0.3mm of thicknesses may provide more capacity and a longer life, and make better contact with the prongs if they've been stretched or bent.

I always buy my keyfob batteries locally so I can get a genuine name brand and check the date code to be sure that I'm buying new stock. An buy 2-pack so you can keep a spare in your glove box.

https://www.ausbatteries.com/cr2032-cr2035-difference

 

i clean my chrome tips every time I clean and wipe the car down.then i'll apply a coat of whatever im using...wax, or shine coat etc.to keep them easy to clean. same as wheels.

 

Well...the previous owner of this feline wasn’t nearly as attentive. I had to use my Dremel with a soft wire tip to break most of the crud free.

 

I am looking for a volunteer to do mine lol

 

Changed my SC oil, using George05 method...

 

 

Because the weather chose to be ultra wet for the last two days, had a good friend do a paint correction and apply Gtechniq ceramic. It looks great, but I won’t know for sure until I get to take her out to really see.

 

Damn it looks good, I need a friend that talented....

 

It's easy to do it yourself. I did mine with great results.

 

You have my attention, care to give details.....

 

Orbital machine polisher, a couple of grades of compound, plus a few hours of time. Thoroughly wash the car first of course and then claybar it to remove any imperfections and residues (you'll be surprised how much the clay bar picks up). After the machine polishing, apply a nice ceramic glaze and the car will stay much cleaner for much longer, even in bad weather. My car is Lunar Grey like yours and tends to 'look clean' even when it isn't, but a decent ceramic coat keeps it much cleaner for much longer, as dirt and dust can't stick so easily. YouTube has tons of videos on car detailing to give you some basic guidance.

The XK(R) is such a lovely shape I enjoy cleaning it more than most cars I have owned. It's like caressing the body of a beautiful woman (© Swiss Tony)