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car cleaners
anyone recommend the 4 pack of ArmorAll wipes. to wipe down the seats, the dash the windows ect. or does Mb need the better stuff hahaha
just wondering and i want to see what others use.
just wondering and i want to see what others use.
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I personally wouldn't let armor all anywhere near my interior. It's slimy and attracts dust. I use a water based interior cleaner to clean the seats and dash then apply Ultima Interior Guard. If you want something cheaper check out Aerospace 303 Protectant, I used to use that now I use it to dress my tires but it is still an excellent product.
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I personally wouldn't let armor all anywhere near my interior. It's slimy and attracts dust. I use a water based interior cleaner to clean the seats and dash then apply Ultima Interior Guard. If you want something cheaper check out Aerospace 303 Protectant, I used to use that now I use it to dress my tires but it is still an excellent product.
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sweet ill try to find a place in Canada that sells it if not ill order online. i've read get reviews on the Ultima Interior Guard plus as well might get both
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Aerospace is great on tires because I HATE glossy shiny tires, I like my tires to have a matte, straight off the rack, type of shine.
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Glad the OP posted this. I was just thinking of what to use also since I hated using ArmorAll in my old cars and did not want to start using it on this one.
What do you us for the centers of the seats that are suede material?
What do you us for the centers of the seats that are suede material?
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I'm not an expert on this but my limited research shows me that if it's just mild dirt and grime you can get away with a suede cleaning kit that includes a brush and a rubber eraser. If you have an actual stain like if someone spilled something you can use a foaming suede cleaner and blot the stain with a microfiber cloth until it's gone. Be sure not to over saturate the suede stain and when it dries use the rubber and brush to get out any remaining dirt/restore the nap.
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I'll also throw an honorable mention to Griot's Garage products (griotsgarage.com) - they are pricey but phenomenal. I detailed professionally for 5 years while in college, and their stuff is as effective as the commercial products I used while doing that.
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Got another vote for 303 aerospace. Still looks good and dust free after 3 months of application. Also, it dries and doesn't smudge, smear or remain sticky
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Not at all when applied properly. By that I mean you give everything a wipe with a dry cloth after application. Doesn't leave a "shine" like armorall does. When I applied it to my dash, it just made it look factory new which was great. Wish I took pics of before and after
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Not at all when applied properly. By that I mean you give everything a wipe with a dry cloth after application. Doesn't leave a "shine" like armorall does. When I applied it to my dash, it just made it look factory new which was great. Wish I took pics of before and after
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Sweet that's what I was hoping to hear. I hate the oil shine look from Armorall. I'll have to order some and a suede product for the seat centers and I will be able to keep the inside all clean.
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Aerospace 303 is great since it acts as sunscreen for your interior and has a non greasy finish. I also use Mothers VLR if I'm lazy since I can use it on all surfaces in the car. Einszett Cockpit cleaner leaves a like-new matte finish and lasts many weeks after applying. People are surprised to hear my car is four years old when they see the interior.
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Aerospace 303 is great since it acts as sunscreen for your interior and has a non greasy finish. I also use Mothers VLR if I'm lazy since I can use it on all surfaces in the car. Einszett Cockpit cleaner leaves a like-new matte finish and lasts many weeks after applying. People are surprised to hear my car is four years old when they see the interior.
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Hello Everyone
I use the following on my MB C350 CDI:
* Meguiars Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo Conditioner (Wash)
* Mothers Protectant (Steering Wheel, Dash, Door Trimming & All Centre Console)
* Mothers Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (Roof lining, Sun Visors)
* Meguiars Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner Cond (Leather Seats)
* Mothers Mag & Aluminum polish (Alooy Wheels, Exhaust Tips & Chrome Badges)
* Meguiars Perfect Clarity Glass Cleaner (Windows)
* Meguiars Endurance High Gloss (Wheels)
* Turtlewax - Refine and Shine Clay Bar Kit (Detailing Clay)
* Mezerna PF2500 & Mezerna SF4000 (Polishes)
* Collinite #845 (Wax Sealant)
Some pictures after a recent detail using the above products:
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I use the following on my MB C350 CDI:
* Meguiars Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo Conditioner (Wash)
* Mothers Protectant (Steering Wheel, Dash, Door Trimming & All Centre Console)
* Mothers Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (Roof lining, Sun Visors)
* Meguiars Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner Cond (Leather Seats)
* Mothers Mag & Aluminum polish (Alooy Wheels, Exhaust Tips & Chrome Badges)
* Meguiars Perfect Clarity Glass Cleaner (Windows)
* Meguiars Endurance High Gloss (Wheels)
* Turtlewax - Refine and Shine Clay Bar Kit (Detailing Clay)
* Mezerna PF2500 & Mezerna SF4000 (Polishes)
* Collinite #845 (Wax Sealant)
Some pictures after a recent detail using the above products:
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Last edited by Morné Pieters; Sep 13, 2019 at 09:09 AM.
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Aerospace 303 is great since it acts as sunscreen for your interior and has a non greasy finish. I also use Mothers VLR if I'm lazy since I can use it on all surfaces in the car. Einszett Cockpit cleaner leaves a like-new matte finish and lasts many weeks after applying. People are surprised to hear my car is four years old when they see the interior.
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Hello Everyone
I use the following on my MB C350 CDI:
* Meguiars Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo Conditioner (Wash)
* Mothers Protectant (Steering Wheel, Dash, Door Trimming & All Centre Console)
* Mothers Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (Roof lining, Sun Visors)
* Meguiars Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner Cond (Leather Seats)
* Mothers Mag & Aluminum polish (Alooy Wheels, Exhaust Tips & Chrome Badges)
* Meguiars Perfect Clarity Glass Cleaner (Windows)
* Meguiars Endurance High Gloss (Wheels)
* Turtlewax - Refine and Shine Clay Bar Kit (Detailing Clay)
* Mezerna PF2500 & Mezerna SF4000 (Polishes)
* Collinite #845 (Wax Sealant)
Some pictures after a recent detail using the above products:
I use the following on my MB C350 CDI:
* Meguiars Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo Conditioner (Wash)
* Mothers Protectant (Steering Wheel, Dash, Door Trimming & All Centre Console)
* Mothers Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (Roof lining, Sun Visors)
* Meguiars Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner Cond (Leather Seats)
* Mothers Mag & Aluminum polish (Alooy Wheels, Exhaust Tips & Chrome Badges)
* Meguiars Perfect Clarity Glass Cleaner (Windows)
* Meguiars Endurance High Gloss (Wheels)
* Turtlewax - Refine and Shine Clay Bar Kit (Detailing Clay)
* Mezerna PF2500 & Mezerna SF4000 (Polishes)
* Collinite #845 (Wax Sealant)
Some pictures after a recent detail using the above products:
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Its intended use is for vinyl and rubber and is basically sunblock (UV protection). UV exposure leads to leeching of the plasticizers that keep the vinyl supple and flexible. It's great for MB-Tex (vinyl), dash and door interiors (rubberized plastic). Tires also benefit from UV protection to prevent premature aging of the rubber, plus the stuff leaves a classy, understated matte finish. For the real leather bits (steering wheel and shifter skirt) it probably won't hurt, but leather needs occasional conditioning to keep it moisturized and avoid cracking (it's skin after all).
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Ahhh ok I see thanks! I thought maybe they meant it should not be used on parts of the dash. Ok good to know. Just need that and suede cleaner and maybe some leather for the steering wheel and shift boot!
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Fantastic job, especially great that you went with the Menz 2500/4000 combo. Did you use a machine or was it by hand? Great choice to follow up with #845 that thing is going to bead for about of year with all that prep work you did and washing is going to be a breeze.
To answer your question, I did use a DA machine polisher kit for the majority of work and some hand on smaller areas. The DA machine polisher that I bought online from this link below:
http://www.crazydetailer.co.za/index...oducts_id=1094
As I am not a professional. I just wanted something that I can use myself to keep my cars is good condition that is good quality but does not cost an arm & a leg. So I am a so called weekend warrior
The #8445 works wonders, not just on car applications. I tried it elsewhere and it was money well spend for the small bottle as a little goes a looonnngg way. I did notice my car is getting a little dirty with normal day to day dust but it still shines like crazy. The needs a wash and I am sure it will be very easy to maintain the look
Detailing is not as big where I live in my country as it is a niche market among some car enthusiast and more and more guys are trying their hand at it themselves
Last edited by Morné Pieters; Jul 16, 2017 at 12:37 PM.
