This is the best product that I have come across for protecting you tires, rubber and plastic. It stays black for a long time and it protects against UV.
Armorall was better back in the 80's than it is now. Seems about like tap water now, basically junk. I switched to 303 and like it a lot! More expensive, but it works.
@@jockstrap3509 My original serpentine belt on my 2000 Expedition made it to 157,000 miles! I just replaced the original serpentine belt on my 2001 F150, it made it to 167,000 miles. Motorcraft factory belts. It would take a LONG time to see if 303 would prolong that...
The question is, is the cheap shit a UV Protectant?I live in Arizona and 303 keeps everything feeling and looking new like tires and plastic trim.I use it on the dash and interior trim every 2 to 3 car washes and all my vehicles still look like new.I spray it on and use a 303 soaked tiny sponge and let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes before wiping again witha lightly sprayed sponge. I never buff it off. When I do my tires and wheels, I clean the wheels and tires and rinse and then I lightly blow the water off with a leaf blower and spray the tires and wipe the overspray off the rims and leave the tires alone and after the water dissipates I reapply another light mist to the tires and I don't wipe them off.When I do my engine bay I spray Simple Green and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes and using a garden hose and nozzle I rinse everything off and just spray the entire engine and all the plastic and hoses and when the water dissipates I spray a light mist over everything again. Once you clean everything, 303 will make the next cleaning much faster as it repels the dirt under the hood. It also keeps electrical connections under the hood from corroding and is compatible with WD40. I've been using Aerospace 303 for over 10 years and not once have I had an issue with weather cracked tires.Remember the old saying, "You get what you pay for". Amazon or eBay has it for just under $38.00 a gallon Free Shipping.By the way, I have 3 trucks and 2 cars and a Harley Road King that get the Aerospace treatment not to mention my 5 trailers and all look very presentable when showing up at a jobsite.
Son of a Gun does really good job and it’s not as expensive as 303. Get some really good deals on fleabay for 5 bottles at a time. Spray some in a little dish and use either a paint brush or nail brush and then buff
I used Armor-All years ago on a vinyl car roof. Within 4 months of putting it on, the vinyl was cracked, split, and tearing off the roof. Will never use Armor-All again....
Armour all makes things nice and shines well, but I don't think it offers protection like 303. I really don't like the greasy look anyways and 303 just gives it a nice black look after it dries. Not greasy like Armour all and really doesn't attract a lot of dust. Each to their own, but I don't like Armour all and don't use it.
I have used Renew and Protect for my Mini Cooper and Mini Paceman and its actually alittle difficult to use as it streaks easily. I'm hoping that 303 UV protectant would help and hope its easier to use. I just picked some up so I have yet to try 303 UV.... Fingers crossed.
I have use 303 for a couple of years and I'm not that found of it. It is ease to use and it looks good but doesn't last for long, you have to reapply it over and over again.
That's because it's not made to make things shiny like Armour all, it's made to protect from the sun's UV Ray's while still applying a nice uniform look. Just what I prefer...
@@vegasfordguy I like the deep black 303 gives, I have never used Armour all but the plastic trim becomes grey and dull just after a rainy day. Cera Kote is the shit on exterior plastic and I use Meguiars quick detailer on interior plastic. I still use 303 Tire coating in lac of something better but I have to reapply it after every wash.
I've had so many chemicals on my hands over the years. Engine oil, gasoline, brake cleaner and so on. So far I'm still alive, but I agree that I should have worn gloves to protect my skin.
My kids are all grown up. Even when they were young I tought them to be very respectful towards the vehicles so it was never an issue. That's what floor mats are made for. They cover the carpet so it remains clean. What's worse, a little protectant on the bottom of your shoe or all of the filth on a parking lot? Gum, spit, etc not to mention the asphalt itself which is a (petroleum) product. Your argument is kinda silly. If you like it then use it, if not then don't. Won't bother me either way.
Does the 303 Protectant really make the tread of the tires last longer? About a year or so ago, some video circulated making that assertion. But, it was later shown that the maker of the video had a financial interest in the 303 stuff. I'd like to know if anyone else has any observations to share.
Do you know the link to the video? I'd like to see it. I know the 303 from years ago was an excellent product and was made for the Areospace industry. 303 has redesigned their labeling in recent years and has added many new products. I believe another company (Eagle) if I'm not mistaken has purchased 303. I could be wrong. Anyways, I called and spoke to a representative about the new product labeling and he assured me that it was the same formula as before. Whether it is or not I don't really know. I do know that the original from years ago was fantastic and I'm hoping it's the same formula. It's not greasy like Armour all or other products and it does penetrate the rubber if used as directed. Only time will tell. I only use 303 on my tires and rubber/plastic trim. I've seen the video where a guy soaked his serpentine belt in it and claimed to get hundreds of thousands of miles out of it. I'm not about to soak my engines drive belt in anything though. That's just me. Let me know if you find anything more out. Try a bottle and see what you think. I order the gallon size on Amazon.
@@vegasfordguy Here's the original video link: ua-cam.com/video/OD8WFiDGx4Q/v-deo.html Here's the video link from the guy who debunks it: ua-cam.com/video/oqdmFgnXgqw/v-deo.html I've been using the stuff on my tires for over a year now spraying it on about every 3 months. Can't really say one way or the other how well it works. PS. I ordered a gallon jug from walmart.com
@@seekeroftruth1200 I've watched the sweet project cars videos before. Some of his stuff seems legit, while others seem far fetched to me. I'm really not sure. I myself would be nervous about applying anything to my engines drive belt, but who knows?
@@vegasfordguy Im confused about the new labeling as well. Becuase if you look online you can still find "aerospace" 303 and regular 303 protectant and they kind of seem like different products. Ive only been able to find the regular blue 303 bottle around here, so I'm just gonna assume its close to the aerospace.
@@UTUBELO Yeah, I don't like their marketing whether it's the same product or not. It really makes you wonder. I could only find the blue spray bottle locally as well. Had the order the original white gallon from Amazon. When you call customer service they say it's the same formula white or blue bottle.
I had a set of wipers that were not cleaning the windshield well, lots of streaks. I bought a new set and soaked the used ones in 303 for several days. Just for the heck of it, I threw them back on, and a month later, they work better than the new ones. No streaks and more quiet than the new ones.
@@TheWilferch I sent you a link last night with an article that went over the differences between both products in detail, but I think that UA-cam doesn't like posting links sometimes and it looks like they deleted my comment. I swear. If I have that tab still open on my laptop I'll try to resend it to you.
@@p.k.808 not sure how you'll like it. I find that it works well for me. On the tires I've found the best method is to spray it on the tires and don't wipe it off. I let it soak in overnight. The rest of the trim, I'll spray onto a microfiber cloth and wipe it on. Report back if you like or dislike it!
Wow, way to much money. I'd buy it buy the gallon on Amazon. That's what I finally did. It's not cheap by the gallon, but way cheaper than buying it by the 16oz bottle.
The safety of others? LOL that's funny. Strangers or the general public don't get into my vehicle. It's not greasy anyways, it penetrates the plastic and gives a nice dark color like when it was new.
@@vegasfordguy I have an expedition with the same running board you are showing on the video that is made of plastic once is wet is slippery.Do you have kids that likes to jump around with a tennis shoes.I will put that stuff anywhere except in the running board where my family to step on to get in my expedition.That stuff is a petroleum base cleaner.
@@efrensaclolo7021 303 is water based. all protectant/cleaner leaves a layer of something. even if you just use water it would be more slippery until dry. you can dilute it in water to make it less slippery. but as a whole compared to other things that are listed in the same category it drys relatively nonslippery.
@@gatorage850 Thank you for the info about 303 is water base.I still do not put any protectant on my running board.I use degreaser like super clean or simple green and wipe it dry.
@MrSierra5000 it's perfectly fine to treat the tread. 303 isn't greasy like Armour all. You spray it on, let it penetrate overnight and then you can drive the vehicle. Armour all and like products are greasy and slippery and not for tread. 303 is completely different.
Manufacturers don't put a chemical on the surface of the tire that will wash away. The chemicals are impregnated into the rubber during the manufacturing process. It's actually better to drive your vehicle more often versus letting it set to keep the rubber pliable. 303 is also an excellent way to help keep the rubber pliable.
What products like DuraCoat or Lonestar coating definitely will strip it. They wanted me to use lacquer thinner on my brand new tires. I can't write here what I was thinking when they told me that.
I soaked my tires and left the 303 on. So far, it has been a major success.
Keep us updated...
I use SO MUCH of this stuff on everything I possibly can. It works.
Yes so do I brilliant stuff but pricey here in the Uk
Thank you for using 303 Protectant!
I just became aware of this product and now I will make the exchange from the protected armor-all to the 303 thanks a lot I love the video
I buy it by the gallon on Amazon. Use it on my tires, on the RV roof, and all weather stripping, motorcycle....
can you spray it on and leave it sit like you could armour all?
Armorall was better back in the 80's than it is now. Seems about like tap water now, basically junk. I switched to 303 and like it a lot! More expensive, but it works.
303 is great and the best. 😉 detail geek uses that whole time in his videos
It also works on belts and extends belt life. Just let it sit for about 12 hours. No need to rub it in. Just let it sit.
I know that's what sweet project cars says, however I'm a bit leery to use it on a serpentine belt, timing belt, etc.
Desert Explorer 302 I’m sayin it because I did it
@@jockstrap3509 Oh okay, that's different. How long has it been since you treated the belt?
Desert Explorer 302 2 years and counting so far.
@@jockstrap3509 My original serpentine belt on my 2000 Expedition made it to 157,000 miles! I just replaced the original serpentine belt on my 2001 F150, it made it to 167,000 miles. Motorcraft factory belts. It would take a LONG time to see if 303 would prolong that...
The question is, is the cheap shit a UV Protectant?I live in Arizona and 303 keeps everything feeling and looking new like tires and plastic trim.I use it on the dash and interior trim every 2 to 3 car washes and all my vehicles still look like new.I spray it on and use a 303 soaked tiny sponge and let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes before wiping again witha lightly sprayed sponge. I never buff it off. When I do my tires and wheels, I clean the wheels and tires and rinse and then I lightly blow the water off with a leaf blower and spray the tires and wipe the overspray off the rims and leave the tires alone and after the water dissipates I reapply another light mist to the tires and I don't wipe them off.When I do my engine bay I spray Simple Green and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes and using a garden hose and nozzle I rinse everything off and just spray the entire engine and all the plastic and hoses and when the water dissipates I spray a light mist over everything again. Once you clean everything, 303 will make the next cleaning much faster as it repels the dirt under the hood. It also keeps electrical connections under the hood from corroding and is compatible with WD40. I've been using Aerospace 303 for over 10 years and not once have I had an issue with weather cracked tires.Remember the old saying, "You get what you pay for". Amazon or eBay has it for just under $38.00 a gallon Free Shipping.By the way, I have 3 trucks and 2 cars and a Harley Road King that get the Aerospace treatment not to mention my 5 trailers and all look very presentable when showing up at a jobsite.
303 is great stuff!! 👍
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Hey bud...good video.Dressing the F150 tomorrow with 303 after a horrendous fail from VRP. One word though...paintbrush 😉
The paint brush actually sounds like a good idea!
Son of a Gun does really good job and it’s not as expensive as 303. Get some really good deals on fleabay for 5 bottles at a time. Spray some in a little dish and use either a paint brush or nail brush and then buff
I used Armor-All years ago on a vinyl car roof. Within 4 months of putting it on, the vinyl was cracked, split, and tearing off the roof. Will never use Armor-All again....
Armour all makes things nice and shines well, but I don't think it offers protection like 303. I really don't like the greasy look anyways and 303 just gives it a nice black look after it dries. Not greasy like Armour all and really doesn't attract a lot of dust. Each to their own, but I don't like Armour all and don't use it.
Try Renew Protect; it truly prevents dry rot.
I have used Renew and Protect for my Mini Cooper and Mini Paceman and its actually alittle difficult to use as it streaks easily. I'm hoping that 303 UV protectant would help and hope its easier to use. I just picked some up so I have yet to try 303 UV.... Fingers crossed.
Pete Pagan streaks are a small price to pay if it prevents dry rot
303 everytime
Armor all is recycled sewage sludge.303 is the bomb
Thanks i was wondering why 303 is in a navy blue bottle and white bottle
they suggest not putting it on the tread
I believe 303 is water based. Not silicone
I have use 303 for a couple of years and I'm not that found of it. It is ease to use and it looks good but doesn't last for long, you have to reapply it over and over again.
That's because it's not made to make things shiny like Armour all, it's made to protect from the sun's UV Ray's while still applying a nice uniform look. Just what I prefer...
@@vegasfordguy I like the deep black 303 gives, I have never used Armour all but the plastic trim becomes grey and dull just after a rainy day. Cera Kote is the shit on exterior plastic and I use Meguiars quick detailer on interior plastic. I still use 303 Tire coating in lac of something better but I have to reapply it after every wash.
@@300kapslar Cerakote is better for sure.
I wouldn't have 303 soak into my hands! If that does that to rubber who knows what effects on body?
I've had so many chemicals on my hands over the years. Engine oil, gasoline, brake cleaner and so on. So far I'm still alive, but I agree that I should have worn gloves to protect my skin.
My kids are all grown up. Even when they were young I tought them to be very respectful towards the vehicles so it was never an issue. That's what floor mats are made for. They cover the carpet so it remains clean. What's worse, a little protectant on the bottom of your shoe or all of the filth on a parking lot? Gum, spit, etc not to mention the asphalt itself which is a (petroleum) product. Your argument is kinda silly. If you like it then use it, if not then don't. Won't bother me either way.
Well I was just looking at all their products and they have a California cancer and reproductive harm warning on all of them.
Great Vid! Thanks!
Now I wish I didn’t repaint my jeeps black plastic numbers uggghhh this would’ve worked
Can I apply this stuff to the window tracks of my truck to make the electric windows slide easier?
Does Autozone or Napa or Walmart sell this product? Just bought new tires and would like to try this product.
I saw it advertised on Advance Auto Parts, Pep Boys, O'Reilly's, and AutoZone
Does the 303 Protectant really make the tread of the tires last longer? About a year or so ago, some video circulated making that assertion. But, it was later shown that the maker of the video had a financial interest in the 303 stuff. I'd like to know if anyone else has any observations to share.
Do you know the link to the video? I'd like to see it. I know the 303 from years ago was an excellent product and was made for the Areospace industry. 303 has redesigned their labeling in recent years and has added many new products. I believe another company (Eagle) if I'm not mistaken has purchased 303. I could be wrong. Anyways, I called and spoke to a representative about the new product labeling and he assured me that it was the same formula as before. Whether it is or not I don't really know. I do know that the original from years ago was fantastic and I'm hoping it's the same formula. It's not greasy like Armour all or other products and it does penetrate the rubber if used as directed. Only time will tell. I only use 303 on my tires and rubber/plastic trim. I've seen the video where a guy soaked his serpentine belt in it and claimed to get hundreds of thousands of miles out of it. I'm not about to soak my engines drive belt in anything though. That's just me. Let me know if you find anything more out. Try a bottle and see what you think. I order the gallon size on Amazon.
@@vegasfordguy Here's the original video link: ua-cam.com/video/OD8WFiDGx4Q/v-deo.html
Here's the video link from the guy who debunks it: ua-cam.com/video/oqdmFgnXgqw/v-deo.html
I've been using the stuff on my tires for over a year now spraying it on about every 3 months. Can't really say one way or the other how well it works. PS. I ordered a gallon jug from walmart.com
@@seekeroftruth1200 I've watched the sweet project cars videos before. Some of his stuff seems legit, while others seem far fetched to me. I'm really not sure. I myself would be nervous about applying anything to my engines drive belt, but who knows?
@@vegasfordguy Im confused about the new labeling as well. Becuase if you look online you can still find "aerospace" 303 and regular 303 protectant and they kind of seem like different products. Ive only been able to find the regular blue 303 bottle around here, so I'm just gonna assume its close to the aerospace.
@@UTUBELO Yeah, I don't like their marketing whether it's the same product or not. It really makes you wonder. I could only find the blue spray bottle locally as well. Had the order the original white gallon from Amazon. When you call customer service they say it's the same formula white or blue bottle.
I had a set of wipers that were not cleaning the windshield well, lots of streaks. I bought a new set and soaked the used ones in 303 for several days.
Just for the heck of it, I threw them back on, and a month later, they work better than the new ones. No streaks and more quiet than the new ones.
That's awesome to hear!
$13 a bottle i paid $28 today in australia
Theres a little supply of 303 in our country.. can i use mothers protectant or meguiars?
hot Caramel yes both products are good
So how is it Holding now
Jackson Vang Best product on the market
It is a ford explorer.
Ford expedition.
@@vegasfordguy what? in the video you said explorer? even your title hints at it being its desert colored paint and saying explorer.
@@ramanpreciado2241 my bad, I thought it was the blue expedition in the video, lol. You are right!
There is more economical route for tires and undercarriage it's called Hyperdressing by meguiars
What's the difference between white and blue bottle versions of 303 protectant?
Same exact stuff, someone in marketing must have thought it was smart to change the colors and confuse people.
@@vegasfordguy ...thanks
I called to ask but they only took my number and said they would call back
@@lockergr .. hate marketing schemes like this....either it's the same or different.....they should be able to tell us if asked. Thanks for trying.
@@TheWilferch I sent you a link last night with an article that went over the differences between both products in detail, but I think that UA-cam doesn't like posting links sometimes and it looks like they deleted my comment. I swear. If I have that tab still open on my laptop I'll try to resend it to you.
Lasts long in the rain?.
Tried wolfgang,chemical guys,meguiars all doesnt last longer than the first wash.
This isn't necessarily to keep the tires shiny as much as it is to treat the rubber.
Desert Explorer 302
Yes that is what i plan to use it for.
All my trim only.
Every product i use simply only
Lasts a week.
@@p.k.808 not sure how you'll like it. I find that it works well for me. On the tires I've found the best method is to spray it on the tires and don't wipe it off. I let it soak in overnight. The rest of the trim, I'll spray onto a microfiber cloth and wipe it on. Report back if you like or dislike it!
Im waiting for Amazon driver to arrive with my bottle so i can use it on my car.
Leave them alone your not the only one who has orders stuff
Were I can buy this product and how much? I'm in the Philippines?
Amazon sells it. I prefer to buy the gallon size. It's not very cheap, but a gallon lasts a long time.
There's a seller in shopee. Not sure if its legit.
9 dollars? I just payed 16 $ at pepboys in joliet, il.
Wow, way to much money. I'd buy it buy the gallon on Amazon. That's what I finally did. It's not cheap by the gallon, but way cheaper than buying it by the 16oz bottle.
Windshield wipers?
Buy silicone
Lol just rubs it in by hand
LOL, my hands have had so much engine oil, transmission fluid, brake cleaner, etc on them. I'm not worried about some protectant.
It’s great for bald heads 😂😂😂😂
hmm
Why would you use your fingers ?? Absolute fool
Because I'm a real man! Not a girly man who needs a safe place.
Desert Explorer 302 or just a complete dumb fuck
I won't use that thing on the running board , slip and fall waiting to happen. Think about the safety of others.
The safety of others? LOL that's funny. Strangers or the general public don't get into my vehicle. It's not greasy anyways, it penetrates the plastic and gives a nice dark color like when it was new.
@@vegasfordguy I have an expedition with the same running board you are showing on the video that is made of plastic once is wet is slippery.Do you have kids that likes to jump around with a tennis shoes.I will put that stuff anywhere except in the running board where my family to step on to get in my expedition.That stuff is a petroleum base cleaner.
@@efrensaclolo7021 303 is water based. all protectant/cleaner leaves a layer of something. even if you just use water it would be more slippery until dry. you can dilute it in water to make it less slippery. but as a whole compared to other things that are listed in the same category it drys relatively nonslippery.
@@gatorage850 Thank you for the info about 303 is water base.I still do not put any protectant on my running board.I use degreaser like super clean or simple green and wipe it dry.
No greasy feeling as it is water-based.
Armour All is BS
You are not supposed to treat tread!
Sure you are. This product isn't greasy like Armour all and the others. Treat it, let soak in overnight and all is good.
@MrSierra5000 it's perfectly fine to treat the tread. 303 isn't greasy like Armour all. You spray it on, let it penetrate overnight and then you can drive the vehicle. Armour all and like products are greasy and slippery and not for tread. 303 is completely different.
@MrSierra5000 That's true, if you let it penetrate overnight then you shouldn't have any issues. It's up to the individual how they use it.
@MrSierra5000 I have a pretty high performance car and have been putting this on my tire tread for years without any problems at all!
@@LarryRichelli I’m gonna try if I crash my car I’ll sue u
The chemical that been put on tires from manufacturers are the best, don’t wash it away!
Manufacturers don't put a chemical on the surface of the tire that will wash away. The chemicals are impregnated into the rubber during the manufacturing process. It's actually better to drive your vehicle more often versus letting it set to keep the rubber pliable. 303 is also an excellent way to help keep the rubber pliable.
What products like DuraCoat or Lonestar coating definitely will strip it. They wanted me to use lacquer thinner on my brand new tires. I can't write here what I was thinking when they told me that.