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Old Aug 16, 2008 | 03:37 PM
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Just completed this mod, and it looks great! However, I noticed today that there is some sort of "white stuff" on the surface of the instrument cluster, which I didn't see when I was installing the bezels. Anyone that has done this mod...do you know what it is? More importantly, do you know how to remove it? I don't have a problem with taking everything apart again, but I need to clean it up and don't know what product to use. Any input would be appreciated.
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How long did you wait before reinstalling the gauges? You have to wait about 12 hours to let the fumes evaporate.
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Old Aug 16, 2008 | 05:20 PM
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How long did you wait before reinstalling the gauges? You have to wait about 12 hours to let the fumes evaporate.
Ever seen CSI where they use superglue fumes to highlight fingerprints.

I didn't have the same issue, but I did use some plastic polish to take some scratches out of mine. I believe it was Meguiar's brand.
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Old Aug 16, 2008 | 11:17 PM
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use black rtv silicone, this will solve your problem!
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Old Aug 17, 2008 | 03:58 AM
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Is it on the Lense or the Black Surround? The lense should clean up easily, but I'd be damn careful with the surround, the paint treatment on it is very fragile, you'd be better off trying to cover it up with something...
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Is it on the Lense or the Black Surround?
That would make a difference. I was thinking the clear cover had fogged.
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