cleaning dash recommendations
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cleaning dash recommendations
hey all,
i did some research on the forum and came up with 2 popular dash cleaning products, 303 aerospace protectant and lexol vinylex.
1) what are your thoughts and experiences with these products?
2) which of these products leave the "duller" look?
thanks.
i did some research on the forum and came up with 2 popular dash cleaning products, 303 aerospace protectant and lexol vinylex.
1) what are your thoughts and experiences with these products?
2) which of these products leave the "duller" look?
thanks.
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Here's what I do:
Use a "microfiber" cloth frequently for dust and light dirt.
Dampen cloth with a little water for heavier dirt. I use the cloth to dry the door jambs after a wash, then wipe down the kick plates inside that get a little dirty from my feet).
Use Vinylex (or 303?) only every few months.
Use a "microfiber" cloth frequently for dust and light dirt.
Dampen cloth with a little water for heavier dirt. I use the cloth to dry the door jambs after a wash, then wipe down the kick plates inside that get a little dirty from my feet).
Use Vinylex (or 303?) only every few months.
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I had my car in to the dealership and I asked the detailer guy about the S2K dash. I have never really been happy with the finish of the dash, because I am used to the smooth dashes with a higher gloss. Anyway, the detailer guy used some commercial product (which he could not remember 
) but anyway, he said most people make the mistake of spraying the cleaner, armoural (icky) directly on the dash. He said whatever product you use that you feel comfortable with, make sure you spray the product onto a cloth, and wipe it on the dash, working it in. Then the most important part is to take another dry cloth and buff the dash. He said when you leave the excess product on that is what collects the dust.
I wish I knew the product used on my dash, because it brought out the depth (not a high shine) but made it look richer in colour.
) but anyway, he said most people make the mistake of spraying the cleaner, armoural (icky) directly on the dash. He said whatever product you use that you feel comfortable with, make sure you spray the product onto a cloth, and wipe it on the dash, working it in. Then the most important part is to take another dry cloth and buff the dash. He said when you leave the excess product on that is what collects the dust. I wish I knew the product used on my dash, because it brought out the depth (not a high shine) but made it look richer in colour.
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The reason they don't make the dashboards very smooth and glossy is to cut down on the reflection.
But you're ABSOLUTELY right, NEVER EVER spray directly on the dash. I did that once in an old beater of mine and really messed up the coloring. BAD idea.
Meguiars #40 imparts a nice gloss, but not a glow. It also smells "new" and doesn't leave a slimy film like ArmorAll.
I used the #40 when my Infiniti had to have the door replaced; the un-treated plastic didn't match the interior, but when I shined it up w/ #40, it looked great and matched perfectly.
But you're ABSOLUTELY right, NEVER EVER spray directly on the dash. I did that once in an old beater of mine and really messed up the coloring. BAD idea.
Meguiars #40 imparts a nice gloss, but not a glow. It also smells "new" and doesn't leave a slimy film like ArmorAll.
I used the #40 when my Infiniti had to have the door replaced; the un-treated plastic didn't match the interior, but when I shined it up w/ #40, it looked great and matched perfectly.
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