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Old 06-20-17 | 11:36 AM
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My Cherry RX 300 sits outside in the Desert all summer. Would 303 protect the Dash from Cracking? Black Leather interior?
Old 06-20-17 | 12:53 PM
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See thread below for reference:

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/aut...ng-in-sun.html

303 may help but ultimately the sun wins. You can add tint and use a sun shade to help prolong the life of your dash.
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303 is great stuff, but like GSteg said, the sun always wins. If you're wanting to step it up a notch with the UV protection, you might want to look into 3M Crystalline for your windshield. I currently use 303 on my GS here in Seattle, and it's done a fantastic job with all 3 days of sun we get each year; however, I'm moving to Houston here in about 6 months, so I'm going to pretty much be in the same boat as you. Looking to do Crystalline 70% on my windshield, but continue using 303. Should be pretty safe with that combo.
Old 06-24-17 | 02:52 PM
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Sunshield (dash) or a Covercraft (Or similar) car cover...
Just remember, a car cover in a windy environment will eventually scratch your paint...
Old 07-02-17 | 10:16 AM
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Questions about which 303 product to buy.. I came across the 303 Automotive Protectant, is that the same as this one?-->
https://www.amazon.com/303-Protectant-Plastic-Fiberglass-Leather/dp/B00JG3OIFU/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1499015685&sr=1-1&keywords=303+aerospace+30308 https://www.amazon.com/303-Protectant-Plastic-Fiberglass-Leather/dp/B00JG3OIFU/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1499015685&sr=1-1&keywords=303+aerospace+30308

^ is the link I provided, the one that people use?
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Originally Posted by nathantse
Questions about which 303 product to buy.. I came across the 303 Automotive Protectant, is that the same as this one?--> https://www.amazon.com/303-Protectan...erospace+30308

^ is the link I provided, the one that people use?
I read a link somewhere on Autogeek.com, where the person actually contacted the company, and they received a response that said it was basically the same as the regular 303. I personally use the regular product, and it works great.
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Originally Posted by TRD_Power
I read a link somewhere on Autogeek.com, where the person actually contacted the company, and they received a response that said it was basically the same as the regular 303. I personally use the regular product, and it works great.
Oh sweet. I bought the regular one anyways, it was on sale for $6 vs. the auto protectant was ~$12. Can't wait to try it out. I've been using Meg's Interior Quik Detailer for my interior at the moment.
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Originally Posted by nathantse
Oh sweet. I bought the regular one anyways, it was on sale for $6 vs. the auto protectant was ~$12. Can't wait to try it out. I've been using Meg's Interior Quik Detailer for my interior at the moment.
It'll give your interior a very subtle shine, but will also make the color look richer. The first coat you do might look a bit blotchy, so add another coat a day or so later to fill it in. And be sure to spread it out in thin layers each time, otherwise you'll get glossy spots. Overall, I'm very pleased with the product.
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