What should I clean my dash with?

addifan · 07-08-2001, 06:05 PM

I have a '01 A4 TIA!

ssi · 07-08-2001, 07:04 PM

RickM · 07-09-2001, 06:01 AM

As I've stated in other posts, I don't care for the shine that Lexol and most other "treatments" impart to vinyl surfaces. This is especially true of dashboards, since more shine = more annoying reflection of the dash into the windshield. I like the "flat" look as it comes from the factory, so a damp cloth works fine for me. And I use a Swiffer to take care of any remaining lint or dust.

addifan · 07-09-2001, 06:27 AM

I am the same way... I don't care for the "shine." When using a damp cloth do you use soapy water or anything? Thanks for the info.

Style12v · 07-09-2001, 08:20 AM

The very shiney result of treatment is often due to the overuse of the product.

IE coating the whole dash in excessive Armoral (any silicon dressing).

To get a good deep black color, with out the sine put a thin coat over the whole dash. Wait for it to soak in a bit and wipe off the access. Wait another 10-15 min and buff the whole dash. That will leave the whole dash nice and dark with out all the access shine.

ssi · 07-09-2001, 10:35 AM

leaves nice satin finish w/o much shine. I will admit that I only do this about once every month or two. For routine dash cleaning I use a dry Miracle Towel that I leave in my glove box.

RickM · 07-10-2001, 05:53 AM

ssi · 07-10-2001, 07:09 AM

there are other brands of microfiber towels available but most agree the miracle towel is the best. They really work great when quick detailing with a product such as EF Clear Pearl or One Grand Show Off.

http://properautocare.com/miracletowel.html

RickM · 07-10-2001, 07:30 AM

HamrenDan · 07-10-2001, 08:39 AM

Armor All makes an interior cleaner that works like nothing I have ever used before. It doesn't leave it shiny. It leaves it clean without any greasy residue. It works great and I highly recommend it..

Dan Hamren
1987 5000csqa
1996 A6a

07-08-2001, 07:04 PM	#2
ssi New Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 269	Lexol Vinylex or 303 Aerospace Protectant.

07-09-2001, 06:01 AM	#3
RickM AudiWorld Uber User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2000 Posts: 36,430	A damp cloth. As I've stated in other posts, I don't care for the shine that Lexol and most other "treatments" impart to vinyl surfaces. This is especially true of dashboards, since more shine = more annoying reflection of the dash into the windshield. I like the "flat" look as it comes from the factory, so a damp cloth works fine for me. And I use a Swiffer to take care of any remaining lint or dust. __________________ ---------------------------------------- "Patriotism is supporting your country all the time and the government when it deserves it." - Mark Twain

07-09-2001, 06:27 AM	#4
addifan AudiWorld Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 759	Re: A damp cloth. I am the same way... I don't care for the "shine." When using a damp cloth do you use soapy water or anything? Thanks for the info. __________________ 2001 A4 1.8T Quattro Bose Xenon Cold Weather 17" wheel Sports Package Convenience package

07-09-2001, 08:20 AM	#5
Style12v Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 1,506	no shine treatment The very shiney result of treatment is often due to the overuse of the product. IE coating the whole dash in excessive Armoral (any silicon dressing). To get a good deep black color, with out the sine put a thin coat over the whole dash. Wait for it to soak in a bit and wipe off the access. Wait another 10-15 min and buff the whole dash. That will leave the whole dash nice and dark with out all the access shine. __________________

07-09-2001, 10:35 AM	#6
ssi New Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 269	Spray vinylex onto Miracle Towel and then wipe dash... leaves nice satin finish w/o much shine. I will admit that I only do this about once every month or two. For routine dash cleaning I use a dry Miracle Towel that I leave in my glove box.

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07-10-2001, 05:53 AM	#7
RickM AudiWorld Uber User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2000 Posts: 36,430	Excuse my ignorance: What's a "miracle towel"? __________________ ---------------------------------------- "Patriotism is supporting your country all the time and the government when it deserves it." - Mark Twain

07-10-2001, 07:09 AM	#8
ssi New Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 269	Miracle Towel is a "microfiber" towel... there are other brands of microfiber towels available but most agree the miracle towel is the best. They really work great when quick detailing with a product such as EF Clear Pearl or One Grand Show Off. http://properautocare.com/miracletowel.html

07-10-2001, 07:30 AM	#9
RickM AudiWorld Uber User Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2000 Posts: 36,430	Thanks for the info and the link! __________________ ---------------------------------------- "Patriotism is supporting your country all the time and the government when it deserves it." - Mark Twain

07-10-2001, 08:39 AM	#10
HamrenDan Audiworld Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Redding, CA Posts: 80	I use Armor All Inerior cleaner (not typical Armor All) Armor All makes an interior cleaner that works like nothing I have ever used before. It doesn't leave it shiny. It leaves it clean without any greasy residue. It works great and I highly recommend it.. Dan Hamren 1987 5000csqa 1996 A6a __________________ Dan Hamren 1999 Audi A6 Avant

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