Interior cleaning

bimmer · 12-22-2006, 01:27 AM

Guys, what is the best product to clean and condition dashboard and letherette?

inabis · 12-22-2006, 02:21 AM

You're probably gonna get fried for this one but there are a lot of products out there. Just use the

button next time

Mike@ModBargains · 12-22-2006, 02:56 AM

My favorite is 303 aerospace protectant.

It's on our site, and I use it on my own car. I would post a link but I dont want to look like I am spamming haha

Danforz · 12-22-2006, 03:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike************

My favorite is 303 aerospace protectant.

It's on our site, and I use it on my own car. I would post a link but I dont want to look like I am spamming haha

Nice detailing selection at your site

ps - I'm pretty sure a sales pitch is the same as spam

Mike@ModBargains · 12-22-2006, 03:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danforz

Nice detailing selection at your site

ps - I'm pretty sure a sales pitch is the same as spam

Haha I tried to keep it as unbiased as possible... after all my philosophy as a business is to only sell products I would use/install on my own car.

For leather, my favorite are the Leatherique products. For everything else I use 303 Aerospace protectant (except the carpet)

pander5 · 12-22-2006, 11:05 AM

+1 on the 303. I usually wipe down my interior with a damp MF towel and then apply some 303 Aero Protectant. I like the almost matte but slightly shiny "new" look it provides. I hate glossy dressings.

therealm3 · 12-22-2006, 11:12 AM

+ 2 on the 303 for everything but the leather. You can use it on the leather and many do, but I found it darkened the color and I prefer to keep things looking more factory like. I use leatherique now.

KL2DC · 12-22-2006, 11:19 AM

+3 on the 303 aerospace protectant. It cleans and protects without greasy residues and odor.

kevE90 · 12-22-2006, 12:10 PM

Need some advice on 303 aerospace protectant. I purchased the bigger 32oz after hearing all the great reviews. I think the product is great and is definitely better than using any armorall products. When it came to doing the dash I realized I didn't like the shine even though it's probably the most mild of them all. Does anyone here just skip larger areas and maybe just use just a damp cloth for the dash and doors. 303 is great for everything else.

The whole essence of a new car is lost when parts like the dash board, doors, and steering wheel get shiney. I like the more dry fresh from the factory look. Am I making any sense?

KL2DC · 12-22-2006, 03:06 PM

kevE90zsp...my experience: It shines initially then settles to a deep black (wrt dash areas). I noticed lint doesn't accumulate that fast with 303. I also hate the greasy overly shiny look as well. Perhaps you could try varying the amount. GL.

Ninjaneer · 12-22-2006, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimmer

Guys, what is the best product to clean and condition dashboard and letherette?

Here's a good thread to refer to: Cleaning dashboard and wood trim?

And guess what? I'm about to 303 my dash right now

Mike@ModBargains · 12-22-2006, 05:44 PM

Glad to see you guys are all using 303 on your new cars. It will keep them looking new for years to come (I know it has on my 2000 BMW). For anybody looking to get some, here it is on our site:

http://www.**********s.com/product.asp?pf_id=3003

bimmer · 12-22-2006, 06:27 PM

Guys, what about aluminum trim. Is 303 good for that stuff too?

picus · 12-22-2006, 06:28 PM

I hate 303!!!!

Oh wait, no, I love it. Nevermind.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bimmer

Guys, what about aluminum trim. Is 303 good for that stuff too?

Yep! Another option is using the same sealant you use on your paint on the aluminum trim.

NaTuReB0Y · 12-22-2006, 06:29 PM

i just use a damp microfiber towel......wipe and dry

ScheerSpeed · 12-22-2006, 09:55 PM

+infinity. i use 303!!!! just not the best smelling stuff in the world

kevE90 · 12-22-2006, 11:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KL2DC

kevE90zsp...my experience: It shines initially then settles to a deep black (wrt dash areas). I noticed lint doesn't accumulate that fast with 303. I also hate the greasy overly shiny look as well. Perhaps you could try varying the amount. GL.

yes, i've noticed that dust and lint don't accumulate as much just as advertised. Thanks, I will give it another try. Passenger door first.

Hunter399 · 12-23-2006, 01:24 AM

Try the Sonus products out, they are pretty darn good

Driv3r · 12-23-2006, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScheerSpeed

+infinity. i use 303!!!! just not the best smelling stuff in the world

what did i tell you dude...

BK · 12-23-2006, 06:10 AM

I have Meguiars interior QD right now and am interested in hearing more about the 303 protectant from people new to it. I want UV protection but absolutely do not want a glossy shine. I've read elsewhere that 303 gives too much gloss, and I've also read it is hard to apply -- but everyone seems to love it so it must be good.

What do you think of the gloss?

I use Zaino Z-9 and Z-10 on the leather seats and apply the Z-10 by hand. I've considered just using the residual amount on my hands and wiping it on the black rubber/plastic dash, but I have no idea how well that might work. Anyone do that?

pander5 · 12-23-2006, 09:51 AM

I use Z6 on my aluminum trim after wiping it down with a damp MF towel.

DPritchett · 12-23-2006, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BK

I use Zaino Z-9 and Z-10 on the leather seats and apply the Z-10 by hand. I've considered just using the residual amount on my hands and wiping it on the black rubber/plastic dash, but I have no idea how well that might work. Anyone do that?

I do. It works quite well and leaves the matte finish look, which I much prefer over a shiny, glossy look.

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therealm3 Lieutenant Colonel 651 Rep 1,659 Posts Drives: F30 340 MSport Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CA, USA iTrader: (7)	+ 2 on the 303 for everything but the leather. You can use it on the leather and many do, but I found it darkened the color and I prefer to keep things looking more factory like. I use leatherique now.
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kevE90 Lieutenant 23 Rep 574 Posts Drives: F8x Join Date: May 2006 Location: queens, ny iTrader: (0)	Need some advice on 303 aerospace protectant. I purchased the bigger 32oz after hearing all the great reviews. I think the product is great and is definitely better than using any armorall products. When it came to doing the dash I realized I didn't like the shine even though it's probably the most mild of them all. Does anyone here just skip larger areas and maybe just use just a damp cloth for the dash and doors. 303 is great for everything else. The whole essence of a new car is lost when parts like the dash board, doors, and steering wheel get shiney. I like the more dry fresh from the factory look. Am I making any sense?
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Mike@ModBargains 41 Rep 407 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 135i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: 1721 E Lambert Rd #C, La Habra, CA 90631 iTrader: (1)	Glad to see you guys are all using 303 on your new cars. It will keep them looking new for years to come (I know it has on my 2000 BMW). For anybody looking to get some, here it is on our site: http://www.**********s.com/product.asp?pf_id=3003
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BK Smiling politely 179 Rep 7,931 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Washington DC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [9.00]	I have Meguiars interior QD right now and am interested in hearing more about the 303 protectant from people new to it. I want UV protection but absolutely do not want a glossy shine. I've read elsewhere that 303 gives too much gloss, and I've also read it is hard to apply -- but everyone seems to love it so it must be good. What do you think of the gloss? I use Zaino Z-9 and Z-10 on the leather seats and apply the Z-10 by hand. I've considered just using the residual amount on my hands and wiping it on the black rubber/plastic dash, but I have no idea how well that might work. Anyone do that? __________________ E90 330i Black Sapphire 6MT \| 991.1 C4 Platinum Silver 7MT
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