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Old 07-27-23, 12:53 PM
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Default New to the ArmorAll debate - bad, why?

HI and first, sorry if this is an old subject but I've not found much recent stuff about it, and I have searched. I've been using armor all protectant for decades on a multitude of cars without any APPARENT issues.
I recall reading someone's post a few days ago"friends don't let friends use armor all" ... and I was wondering if this is true, why, and is the formula the same?
Thanks in advance, again, sorry if it's repetitive.
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I've never seen proof the product ruins plastic like some claim. But I don't like the greasy look at feel that's why I avoid it.
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Originally Posted by LeX2K
I've never seen proof the product ruins plastic like some claim. But I don't like the greasy look at feel that's why I avoid it.
Agree never heard anything bad but don't like the shine. I am using Adam's interior cleaner which leaves a matte finish.
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I don't know if it's bad, I just don't like that it's greasy. I use 303 aerospace protectant on all plastics, as well as on the leather seats and in the engine bay.
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Thanks for the responses, I think I'm going to use what I have left and switch to 303. I've read nothing but good things about that product.
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For those that love 303, I use this on the wiper blades, all the door jam seals and moonroof gasket.
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303 turns brown on some types of rubber anyone know why?

Some claim 303 extends the life of drive belts so I tried this out soaked a PS and alternator belt in 303 for a day. Did it make any difference? I don't know will take many years/miles to find out. It didn't affect the grip of the belt.
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