Interior Cleaning... Armor-all?

Liam370z · 10-04-2012, 04:55 PM

when i had my mazda3 i used to put armor-all on the dashboard, and all leather-ish stuff that was in the car, but now with my 370z, im wondering if i should use armor-all for the dashboard and also where the nav system should go... it feels leather-ish but not quite sure if it is...

c41006 · 10-04-2012, 05:03 PM

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Liam370z · 10-04-2012, 05:06 PM

i saw this already! i just wanted to know if people actually use it! but thanks!

Cmike2780 · 10-04-2012, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Liam370z

when i had my mazda3 i used to put armor-all on the dashboard, and all leather-ish stuff that was in the car, but now with my 370z, im wondering if i should use armor-all for the dashboard and also where the nav system should go... it feels leather-ish but not quite sure if it is...

NO!

I use 1Z einszett Cockpit Premium or Adam's Leather & Interior Cleaner to clean the dash and stuff. Then follow with light coats of Adam's Leather Conditioner applied to a pad on the dash and leather. Armor-All is garbage. Go Here. and use the code to get a discount

c41006 · 10-04-2012, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

NO!

Liam370z · 10-04-2012, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

NO!

I use 1Z einszett Cockpit Premium or Adam's Leather & Interior Cleaner to clean the dash and stuff. Then follow with light coats of Adam's Leather Conditioner applied to a pad on the dash and leather. Armor-All is garbage. Go Here. and use the code to get a discount

thanks that's exaclty what i wanted to know, i know that there are so many product out there that are better!

Cmike2780 · 10-04-2012, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Liam370z

thanks that's exaclty what i wanted to know, i know that there are so many product out there that are better!

Also, just use moist microfiber cloth (just warm water) on the alcantra stuff on the door panels and seats. They have stuff specifically for it, but mine never gets to that point of being that dirty.

GaleForce · 10-04-2012, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

NO!

I use 1Z einszett Cockpit Premium or Adam's Leather & Interior Cleaner to clean the dash and stuff. Then follow with light coats of Adam's Leather Conditioner applied to a pad on the dash and leather. Armor-All is garbage. Go Here. and use the code to get a discount

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

Also, just use moist microfiber cloth (just warm water) on the alcantra stuff on the door panels and seats. They have stuff specifically for it, but mine never gets to that point of being that dirty.

^^^ Listen to this man!

Liam370z · 10-04-2012, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

Also, just use moist microfiber cloth (just warm water) on the alcantra stuff on the door panels and seats. They have stuff specifically for it, but mine never gets to that point of being that dirty.

I will! but i'm like u! i never get it THAT dirty! but one always wants the best for his car

rudi · 10-04-2012, 06:36 PM

I read somewhere on this forum, once you use Armor-all you will have to keep using it as it reacts chemically with vinyl and plastics and will dry out if you stop applying it. I just use a micro fiber cloth and water.

Ubetit · 10-04-2012, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by rudi

I read somewhere on this forum, once you use Armor-all you will have to keep using it as it reacts chemically with vinyl and plastics and will dry out if you stop applying it. I just use a micro fiber cloth and water.

The formula was changed when many of you were in diapers. Can we please put this myth to rest already. Although i prefer 303, your car isn't going to dry out and crumble into dust from using Armor All.

Cmike2780 · 10-04-2012, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by rudi

I read somewhere on this forum, once you use Armor-all you will have to keep using it as it reacts chemically with vinyl and plastics and will dry out if you stop applying it. I just use a micro fiber cloth and water.

It won't dry it out, but it does leave it greasy and oily. Uneven application over time can cause some areas to discolor. I've seen this happen to my old cars. I use to spray that stuff on everything. Now I know better. Dirt sticks to it and you're not really cleaning the surface. It leaves the surface too shiny and kind of "fake" looking if that makes sense. It's fine for tires, but even then, there are better options.

10-04-2012, 04:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
Liam370z Base Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Laredo Posts: 28 Drives: Black 370z 2013 AT7 Rep Power: 13	Interior Cleaning... Armor-all? when i had my mazda3 i used to put armor-all on the dashboard, and all leather-ish stuff that was in the car, but now with my 370z, im wondering if i should use armor-all for the dashboard and also where the nav system should go... it feels leather-ish but not quite sure if it is...

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Liam370z Base Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Laredo Posts: 28 Drives: Black 370z 2013 AT7 Rep Power: 13	i saw this already! i just wanted to know if people actually use it! but thanks!

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rudi Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 306 Drives: 370Z Australian Spec Rep Power: 16	I read somewhere on this forum, once you use Armor-all you will have to keep using it as it reacts chemically with vinyl and plastics and will dry out if you stop applying it. I just use a micro fiber cloth and water.