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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 07:08 PM
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Sorry if this has been covered. I did a search, but no luck.

1) Can I use glass cleaner to clean the HUD lens?

2) When cleaning and dressing the dash, I stuff a cloth on the HUD to protect it. Is there a better way to protect the HUD lens?

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Originally Posted by RadarP3C
Sorry if this has been covered. I did a search, but no luck.

1) Can I use glass cleaner to clean the HUD lens?

2) When cleaning and dressing the dash, I stuff a cloth on the HUD to protect it. Is there a better way to protect the HUD lens?
I typically do not use glass cleaners on them, but it also depends on the cleaner. Generally I like to use the Chemical Guys Plastic Cleaner and Protectant on tho screens, plastic gauge covers, etc. It does a great job of cleaning and protecting the surface without leaving a thick residue behind. I also use this product a lot on my lap top, cell phone, ipod, etc.

To prevent product from getting on the HUD I highly recommend just spraying the product directly on the microfiber towel outside of the vehicle. This eliminates all the over spray problems and helps you complete a nice even coverage of product.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

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Thanks, Greg!

With your lens cleaner recommendation, are you saying the HUD lens is not glass but is lexan or plexiglas?
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Originally Posted by RadarP3C
Thanks, Greg!

With your lens cleaner recommendation, are you saying the HUD lens is not glass but is lexan or plexiglas?
I don't think I have seen a HUD that uses any traditional glass. I believe it's a form of plastic as you suggested.

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yep, it's plastic.
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In case it's not obvious, do not spray anything directly on the HUD.

You only need to use a moist cloth with light pressure to get it clean.
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I've been using a window cleaner like Stoners that is safe for plastic tinted windows, thinking it will be safe for the plastic lens.

I spray a little on a microfiber towel and clean the HUD.
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Thanks for the input everyone!
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As offered, dont spray directly into the Hud. Spray on towel and buff. I find Stoners Invisible Glass to work well , even Plexus, on a MF WW Glass Towel.

As for getting around the HUD for cleaning. Your method is great. I do find for glass cleaning specifically you need a Glass Master to get the area behind the HUD however.

http://www.autogeek.net/glass-master-pro.html
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Scott, I already have the glass master which I ordered from you over a year ago. Works great! BTW, I just ordered a few items (4/02) and forgot to use "corvetteforum" in the coupon box.

As you and others have mentioned, I use Stoner's for the glass but I haven't used it on the HUD lens.

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Scott, I already have the glass master which I ordered from you over a year ago. Works great! BTW, I just ordered a few items (4/02) and forgot to use "corvetteforum" in the coupon box.

As you and others have mentioned, I use Stoner's for the glass but I haven't used it on the HUD lens.
Call in with order, and they will repair or provide credit on next order. Always use the couponcode
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Thanks, Scott!
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