CHAPIN33

dash board or other areas that are not leather? i use the same leather cleaner that i use for my seats and it leaves those areas very clean, will i mess up my dash board after a while? if i keep doing this?

A.C Milan

i think it you would .. you better temporarily stop doing this

i ask the same thing ..

Dj_AmtraX

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What is wrong with a micro fiber cloth and water?

joonsta

Check out the Detailing section of these forums...lots of wisdom to be found there.

CHAPIN33

i dont think water will protect your dash and leather from the sun.

Lexucan

I use 303Aerospace protectant for all my plastics, vinyl, rubber, dash, tires, engine hoses, etc.
It has a UV blocker which is important for parts that are exposed to sunlight, like your dashboard.
BTW, it can be used on leather too.

Gomer1

been using it for the last 5 years....awesome stuff

jfelbab

Best cleaner I've used for this is Meguiar's Quik Interior Detailer. UV protection, absolutely no streaking or shine, just leaves a new dash look. No issue with getting this on glass or plastic either.

AutoCoutureSC

iTrader: (8)

i 2nd the quick detailer from meguiars.

I also use Vinyl & Rubber Cleaner/Conditioner from meguiar's as well. Here's a brief description courtesy of meguiars...

"Many other products simply coat vinyl and rubber with shiny silicones. Meguiar’s remarkable alternative gives you professional results by penetrating and cleaning, while conditioning and protecting against UV damage. All while leaving a rich matte finish."

o2GS43o

I either use Meguiars or Mothers...

GSteg

iTrader: (15)

My dash is black and it only gets dusty, so I try to wipe away the dust with a towel. Then it gets the 303 aerospace treatment

manila_boy

where can i get this 303Aerospace protectant??? are they available on any auto supply stores?

jfelbab

Seldom seen it in auto supply stores. You might have better luck in a Marine store.

Gomer1

I usually buy it at this store http://www.westmarine.com/

TheMole

iTrader: (13)

For one thing never use ArmorAll unless you like that greasy look, but over time it has a negative effect on the dash. I use Meguiars Mirror Glaze Professional Vinyl & Rubber (tan bottle) cleaner/conditioner for that matte look. If I want a slightly shinier look, I'll use Meguiars Natural Shine Vinyl & Rubber Protectant (red bottle). Good thing about the red bottle is that I use it on my tires too for that slightly shiny clean tire look. If you have an older car with tan interior try some Mr. Clean magic eraser. It cleans out the dirt in those unsmooth areas really well.