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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 09:04 PM
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 09:54 PM
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Just got my GS so I can't say I have a favorite, however, I purchased an assortment of the CMagic products at the museum. I am very impressed so far and they all interact well with the other products. They have a plastic/vinyl/under hood product that I have used a little of but I like it. It has a UV inhibitor also.
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I have used STP and 303 a marine fiberglass & vinyl treatment.

Both work okay. I usually apply them with a wet rag so the gloss is not so much.
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 10:12 PM
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Aerospace 303, great stuff UV protection nice natural finish.
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 11:14 PM
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Cool.. thank's everyone for the reply..
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 11:34 PM
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Aerospace 303, great stuff UV protection nice natural finish.
I agree. I did not want to use anything but found that I needed to and this works great. Don't over do it is all I can say.
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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 11:39 PM
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Great info. Just ordered some via Amazon. $25.98 for 32 oz. From all I have read about this stuff, it seems worth it.

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This sounds cheap (and I am) but I use Pledge on all interior surfaces. It cleans and gives a subtle shine that is not greasy or oily like most all other products. It even repels dust also unlike the greasy shiny products that attract dirt. It works on leather and plastic equally.
I have known 'car guys' that have sweared by it for years. It works great on tires too.
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Ditto...
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I use Meguiars Natural Shine. It is not greasy or too shiny.
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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 08:05 AM
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Originally Posted by dvilin
Aerospace 303, great stuff UV protection nice natural finish.
The only way to go...low even sheen and easy to use.
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I use either 303 Aerospace Protectant or Meguiars Natural Shine.
Each darkens the surface a little and does not leave a glossy finish while giving UV protection.
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Old Jan 25, 2010 | 08:48 AM
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how are you guys applying the 303? i only use it on my tires and have been afraid to put it on interior parts due to "sheen" that i don't want.
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Originally Posted by jimmie jam
how are you guys applying the 303? i only use it on my tires and have been afraid to put it on interior parts due to "sheen" that i don't want.
Use a wet cloth. It cuts the 303 so it's not quite as shinny. The wetter the rag the lower shine.
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I'm going to get slammed , but one of the best products I have used ( AND I USED ALL OF THEM ) is Pledge furniture polish. It is great on plastic , trim , leather. Seriously, try it. It gives a light , natural shine.O.K., let the slamming begin.
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Originally Posted by jimmie jam
how are you guys applying the 303? i only use it on my tires and have been afraid to put it on interior parts due to "sheen" that i don't want.
Don't be afraid...use the 303! I was on the fence for 5 years, but the interior was getting duller by the month, clean, but duller, It didn't look like it did when I got it on 10/12/04.

It brings it back to a dull, darker color...just like it was when you bought it.

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-Wipe down interior with warm dark damp cloth and let air dry.
-Apply with dark cloth. Make sure cloth is damp, not dry.
-Put on, and dry with another dark cloth.
-Take your time and get in all the nooks and crannies.
-Don't do the seats.
-Just do the doors and dash. I didin't do the visor area beacuse you don't see it.

Once you see the results...you'll wonder why it took you so long to get the nerve to do it!!!

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303 Aerospace Protectant. Just follow the directions and you will restore the looks of your dash/doors without leaving any "glossy, slick, greasy" residue. One of the big advantages of 303 over Pledge is that 303 has UV protection equivalent to SPF 40.
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Originally Posted by dvilin
Aerospace 303, great stuff UV protection nice natural finish.
works great on the seats too.

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