1. What's the life expectancy of this trim with normal use? (mercedes trim-AWFUL). 2. Can you take this product through carwashes without damaging it?3. Can adhering the trim cause rust pockets between trim and car? 1. What's the life expectancy of this trim with normal use? (mercedes trim-AWFUL). 2. Can you take this product through carwashes without damaging it?3. Can adhering the trim cause... » Read More 1. What's the life expectancy of this trim with normal use? (mercedes trim-AWFUL). 2. Can you take this product through carwashes without damaging it?3. Can adhering the trim cause rust pockets between trim and car? « Show Less
1635152
1. I had it installed for over a year and it looks fine2. Took it to car wash many times never had a problem3. it might, but mine was installed the way its supposed to, and it looks fine
1635153
I bought these about a year ago and the look like factory. the 3M tape holds on strong. I run the car thru the carwash on a weekly basis and it looks like the day I installed it.
1085735
Rust will happen whatever you do, this unit is carbon steel, which means it will rust! Initially the coating provided at the factory will either wear off or burn off. You will have to re-coat it with a high temperature paint or let it rust, that's the way it is with this material. This unit is very well made even though it's steel. Keep up the maintenance and it will last for years.v/rRobert
1657476
There is no warranty if you don't buy it from mic tuning. Actually I didn't expect such quality from a random Chinese made. I have it installed in my Toyota Meru (2 door prado) and I use it in heavy weather/mud/dust and there is not even rust from the screws. I recommend it a lot. If you are going to combine them with another light make sure it has the same lumens intensity otherwise you will have 2 different colors from each. Good luck!
264943
I have 6 of these jars, and I have had 4 of them for 2 years now. I use them practically everyday. Don't put the metal in the dishwasher b/c I found that to cause the rust. Hand wash and dry it. Honestly, the rust after all this time is so minimal. It's not even an issue, and it easily scrubs right off. It definitely hasn't stopped me from buying another set b/c the benefits of these bottles far outweigh the negatives for me.
403086
I got mine in 2011. It sit out side all year uncovered. Now what I do is get a spray bottle. Mix 2 third with vegetable oil and 1 third olive oil. Shake to mix. Be careful when shaking. Next spray excessively all over. When the grill is hot I like to coat the top alot since it bake in. I also use this to coat the grates foe seasoning and non stick. I only coat when I grill. But first time I used two bottles worth. Like I said sit out rain snow sun all year and no rust. good luck
135817
I have not experienced any finish issues (pitting, corroding). However, I have not gone through a Michigan winter yet. Even with that, my experience has been that with any automotive accessory that is truly made from stainless steel, the finish will remain "as new".
864887
I have had mine for more than a year, use it at least once daily, and have never had any problems with rust.
1311070
I've had this cleaver for almost 2 years. Never had any issues. Been very happy with it. Try polishing it with a pumice liquid. Maybe first try polishing with toothpaste and sponge. Or a very fine grit wet sandpaper? 1000 grit? Then wiping down with a vegetable oil. I use it, wash it and put it away. Never have seen any rust. Good luck
1988741
I've had it for about 6 mos. I run them in the DW and have had no problems with rust spots or stains.
1859216
I've had mine for 1.5yrsThis year I left it outside during the winter, its showing signs of surface rust. An easy fix. I plan to sand it down and spray it with Heat Resistant paint. I am happy with it.
2252521
Here is their contact info. I would ask them directly. (I have rust spots bleeding through my paint from last year, but chalked that up to not getting it all off, and having spray shooting up underneath from puddles.) http://bondo.com/contact-us
2104304
I use it quite often and then clean and dry it by hand and have had no problem with rust as of this date. Care in washing and drying it well is the Key
135815
I don't know what the warranty is about. I have not had to make a claim. No pitting or corroding so far. It is not as thick as I had hoped for. Basically stamped sheet ss metal but even that is not really noticeable in real life. After all, it is just a license frame.
526575
Hi! I don't think so, it's painted black and the paint faded a bit in just one season on the car. I can not see any rust developing yet but they are mounted up on the grille of my Honda Element so not much road salt got on them last winter. Don't expect too much of then in terms of construction quality or performance. Hope this helps.
1267859
Mine got a little tight, I may have put it away wet and caused some rust. I lubricated it lightly with penetrating oil, worked it in for a while, and now it works as good as new. If you're worried about food safety, you could try the same with mineral oil, but the penetrating oil is thinner and will be easier to get it worked in.
902544
Jorge buenos dias, como esta, I have washed my automobile about 6 times since i have put End Dings on and to date there has been no damage or peel, however i should say this is early time Jorge and maybe we should give it a couple of months since i have only had it on for approximately 2 months thus far, I hope this assists you George have a great week.Al
424332
I have never had a problem with rust, ever, and I put it in the dishwasher (supposedly a real No,No for knives or scissors). If you really do have a problem, I'd do what another respondent suggests about drying it right away and spraying with oil.