Dash Cleaning
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Douglasville Ga
Dash Cleaning
So a guy came by on Saturday trying to sell me some meat out of a cooler on the back of his truck while I was outside washing the vette. Long story short, he told me that using Armorall on the dash will cause it to crack. I was kind of confused since Armorall is specifacally made for this. He said that he has had a lot of sports cars and always uses just a damp cloth.
Any thoughts from the experts???
Any thoughts from the experts???
Drifting
Joined: Oct 2005
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From: Saint Louis MO
I gave up on Armorall years ago. After joining the Forum, I've learned about Aerospace 303 protectant, this stuff is awesome. No glossy, greasy interior, it just looks new and it has a UV protector built in.
It's not as convenient since you can't buy it at Autozone or most other parts stores. I bought it from Autogeek, a Forum sponsor in the auto care section. They give a 10% discount to members. A bottle goes for about 15.00 but lasts a long time. And no.... I don't work for them.
As with most car related items, I'm sure everyone has their favorite cleaning products, but if it's good enough for Boeing, it's good enough for me. David
It's not as convenient since you can't buy it at Autozone or most other parts stores. I bought it from Autogeek, a Forum sponsor in the auto care section. They give a 10% discount to members. A bottle goes for about 15.00 but lasts a long time. And no.... I don't work for them.
As with most car related items, I'm sure everyone has their favorite cleaning products, but if it's good enough for Boeing, it's good enough for me. David
Racer
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Van Alstyne TX
I gave up on Armorall years ago. After joining the Forum, I've learned about Aerospace 303 protectant, this stuff is awesome. No glossy, greasy interior, it just looks new and it has a UV protector built in.
It's not as convenient since you can't buy it at Autozone or most other parts stores. I bought it from Autogeek, a Forum sponsor in the auto care section. They give a 10% discount to members. A bottle goes for about 15.00 but lasts a long time. And no.... I don't work for them.
As with most car related items, I'm sure everyone has their favorite cleaning products, but if it's good enough for Boeing, it's good enough for me. David
It's not as convenient since you can't buy it at Autozone or most other parts stores. I bought it from Autogeek, a Forum sponsor in the auto care section. They give a 10% discount to members. A bottle goes for about 15.00 but lasts a long time. And no.... I don't work for them.
As with most car related items, I'm sure everyone has their favorite cleaning products, but if it's good enough for Boeing, it's good enough for me. David
I used the Aerospace 303 for the first time this weekend. It looks great, not any of that shiny (or smelly) armorall residue.
I got it at Cabela's in the boat/marine department.
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2001
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From: Cockeysville Maryland
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I always stayed away from Armorall on the dash or anywhere inside the car because I heard it was silicone based and that when heated up the silicon would evaporate into the cabin air and produce a thick greasy film on the inside of the windshield which is a real problem to then try to remove.
Just a thought.
Just a thought.
Race Director
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From: 4th on the list of top 100 in USA Ga.
So a guy came by on Saturday trying to sell me some meat out of a cooler on the back of his truck while I was outside washing the vette. Long story short, he told me that using Armorall on the dash will cause it to crack. I was kind of confused since Armorall is specifacally made for this. He said that he has had a lot of sports cars and always uses just a damp cloth.
Any thoughts from the experts???
Any thoughts from the experts???
Don't use the stuff on anything.
Race Director
Joined: Nov 2003
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From: Mustang OK
Yes, there has been lots of discussion in the past in the Car Care Disussion section of the Forum on the ills of using Armorall.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Douglasville Ga
Didn't get any. I grew up on a farm and my dad usually slaughters a few cows every year. I get about 300 lbs of beef from that. My chest freezer is almost empty but he has the cows in right now. Cost me about $2/pound....hamburger, steak, roast, etc.
Former Vendor
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: South Florida
Armor All used low grade silicones in the past which were found to damage some dash materials. Its formula has long since changed but I still would offer a couple of high end offerings from boutique that have better UV protection and look nicer and wont break the bank. No order of preference.
Optimum Interior Cleaner
303 Protectant
Einszett Cockpit Premium
Poorboys Natural Look
www.autogeek.net
use couponcode CORVETTEFORUM on checkout for 10% off any of these items.
Optimum Interior Cleaner
303 Protectant
Einszett Cockpit Premium
Poorboys Natural Look
www.autogeek.net
use couponcode CORVETTEFORUM on checkout for 10% off any of these items.
Racer
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Woodstock Ontario
Armorall/Schmarmorall. There's too many "I heard" stories around here and whenever an Armorall discussion pops up.
My neighbor has a MINT 1984 (first year) C4 that he bought new. In all that time he's used nothing but Armorall on his plastics - including the "it will crack if you use it" dash - his seats and all weatherstrips.
His car has won many "best of show" awards for stock cars and he has the awards to prove it.
A couple of weeks ago I was telling him about the last "don't use Armorall" thread on this site. The usual "your dash will crack" warnings were in the thread.
He let out a big belly-laugh and wondered out loud, after 24 years of using the stuff, when HIS dash was going to crack.
Cummon people, stop passing on the anecdotal "evidence" and old wives' tales. If Armorall was as bad as you guys claim then how come they're still in business after many decades?
By the way, his PROOF is good enough for me. I use it on my C5.
My neighbor has a MINT 1984 (first year) C4 that he bought new. In all that time he's used nothing but Armorall on his plastics - including the "it will crack if you use it" dash - his seats and all weatherstrips.
His car has won many "best of show" awards for stock cars and he has the awards to prove it.
A couple of weeks ago I was telling him about the last "don't use Armorall" thread on this site. The usual "your dash will crack" warnings were in the thread.
He let out a big belly-laugh and wondered out loud, after 24 years of using the stuff, when HIS dash was going to crack.
Cummon people, stop passing on the anecdotal "evidence" and old wives' tales. If Armorall was as bad as you guys claim then how come they're still in business after many decades?
By the way, his PROOF is good enough for me. I use it on my C5.
Instructor
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 111
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From: Waldorf Md
St. Jude Donor '08
Its very popular in the aviation community as well. I've recommended 303 on this forum before. I've used 303 for years on my plane and we use it on the boat. In addition to the interior and tires application, it is an excellent protection for bare aluminum surfaces (i.e. engine). I'm sure Armor All has it's uses, just not on anything I drive or fly.
Last edited by Katie_Q; Aug 11, 2008 at 11:29 PM.
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2007
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From: Iowa
Armorall/Schmarmorall. There's too many "I heard" stories around here and whenever an Armorall discussion pops up.
My neighbor has a MINT 1984 (first year) C4 that he bought new. In all that time he's used nothing but Armorall on his plastics - including the "it will crack if you use it" dash - his seats and all weatherstrips.
His car has won many "best of show" awards for stock cars and he has the awards to prove it.
A couple of weeks ago I was telling him about the last "don't use Armorall" thread on this site. The usual "your dash will crack" warnings were in the thread.
He let out a big belly-laugh and wondered out loud, after 24 years of using the stuff, when HIS dash was going to crack.
Cummon people, stop passing on the anecdotal "evidence" and old wives' tales. If Armorall was as bad as you guys claim then how come they're still in business after many decades?
By the way, his PROOF is good enough for me. I use it on my C5.
My neighbor has a MINT 1984 (first year) C4 that he bought new. In all that time he's used nothing but Armorall on his plastics - including the "it will crack if you use it" dash - his seats and all weatherstrips.
His car has won many "best of show" awards for stock cars and he has the awards to prove it.
A couple of weeks ago I was telling him about the last "don't use Armorall" thread on this site. The usual "your dash will crack" warnings were in the thread.
He let out a big belly-laugh and wondered out loud, after 24 years of using the stuff, when HIS dash was going to crack.
Cummon people, stop passing on the anecdotal "evidence" and old wives' tales. If Armorall was as bad as you guys claim then how come they're still in business after many decades?
By the way, his PROOF is good enough for me. I use it on my C5.
The old wives tales are just that! Not a single bit of scientific evidence or in most cases first hand knowledge when these accusations are being made.I used (former tense) Armor All on the leading candidate for cracked dashes (240Z and later a 280Z) for over 12 yrs. on the 240 and around 5 for the 280, neither one ever had even a hairline crack. The reason I switched was that other products offered a lower gloss shine which looks more natural.
Race Director
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Downers Grove IL
St. Jude Donor '15
I use Poorboys Natural Look dressing. Water based, dries to a non glossy finish (unlike Armor All) and it even smells good . 
http://www.poorboysworld.com/natural-look.htm
http://www.poorboysworld.com/natural-look.htm