Best way to clean the dashboard? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

lcrngrs · 06-23-2010, 08:09 PM

Can anyone tell me what they use to clean the dash? The plastic radio screen is another question. I see it can scratch very easily. I can't remember what I used on a previous car that had a plastic dash but I remember dulling the finish and I don't want to do that again. Thanks.

topgun1 · 06-23-2010, 08:15 PM

heck yeah, that plastic screen for the stereo is so easily scratched, even when I used soft chamois. don't use terry cloth, it will scratch it.

I honestly don't use anything on my dash and doors except a damp rag (with water). I use some Armor all protectant for the door entrances.

Eduk8r · 06-23-2010, 08:34 PM

I always blow of excess dust with Dustoff and then use Plexus with a microfiber. Have used it for years on my motorcycle and no scratches yet.

Captain Awesome · 06-23-2010, 08:36 PM

Compressed air can blow the duse off the interior surfaces really well. Get an air hose and compressor.

You can also dry the exterior of your car with a leaf blower so you don't get water spots and don't need to run a cloth over it to dry and create scratches in the paint.

Patfan1987 · 06-23-2010, 08:43 PM

California duster for the inside of the car is what i use, works great for me.

egad09 · 06-23-2010, 08:54 PM

As far as the radio display goes i HIGHLY recommend getting the Ghost Armor for it. Below you can see where my radar detector chord had begun to scratch my display a good bit. Installed the Ghost Armor and it is not noticeable at all anymore! Cant even tell the shield is there either unless you look for the edges.

Before:

After:

daphatgrant · 06-23-2010, 08:59 PM

<goes to look up ghost armor>

Edit, here we go, very cool

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svrds10 · 06-23-2010, 09:13 PM

+1 on the ghost armor. I have the complete kit on my SS.. I have it on my headlights, fog lights, blinkers, gauges, and radio. Not to mention my clear bra

As for detailing the dash. I just purchased the Adams interior detail products and love it. Gives it back the "new" look. Not a big fan of the Armor All glossy look.

gen5fan · 06-23-2010, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patfan1987

California duster for the inside of the car is what i use, works great for me.

Same here...does a nice job.
BTW....it's the "mini" version called the California Dash Duster.

ron10 · 06-23-2010, 09:16 PM

i use windex on the inside of my car.keeps it looking like new with no chemical build up.

lcrngrs · 06-23-2010, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by egad09

As far as the radio display goes i HIGHLY recommend getting the Ghost Armor for it. Below you can see where my radar detector chord had begun to scratch my display a good bit. Installed the Ghost Armor and it is not noticeable at all anymore! Cant even tell the shield is there either unless you look for the edges.

Before:

After:

I just looked it up, its around 35.00. I have scuffs too and from your pic it looks like it hides them. Am I correct?

Eduk8r · 06-23-2010, 10:01 PM

Does the Ghost Armor go on wet?

Blue Angel · 06-23-2010, 10:02 PM

++1 on the Ghost Armor cover. I think it actually improves the look of the stereo face.

Blue Angel · 06-23-2010, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eduk8r

Does the Ghost Armor go on wet?

They provide a little spray bottle of liquid for the installation. It was a snap.

Highly recommend it.

06-23-2010, 08:09 PM	#1
lcrngrs Drives: 2LT RS Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 584	Best way to clean the dashboard? Can anyone tell me what they use to clean the dash? The plastic radio screen is another question. I see it can scratch very easily. I can't remember what I used on a previous car that had a plastic dash but I remember dulling the finish and I don't want to do that again. Thanks.

06-23-2010, 08:15 PM	#2
topgun1 Drives: 10 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Winston-Salem, NC Posts: 1,940 View My Garage	heck yeah, that plastic screen for the stereo is so easily scratched, even when I used soft chamois. don't use terry cloth, it will scratch it. I honestly don't use anything on my dash and doors except a damp rag (with water). I use some Armor all protectant for the door entrances. __________________ 5th Gen Camaros of the Carolinas SIM, 2SS/RS LS3 5/7/11 453.9 RWHP 427.5 RWTQ VMS Stage 2.5 Comp Cams kit, Cold Air Inductions intake, ADM race scoop, DT 1 3/4" headers, Solo cats, 3" Magnaflow catback, Pypes cutouts, HP tune, H&R SuperSport springs, Eibach sways/spacers, TexasSpeed UD pulley, LSR tensioner pulley, Barton shifter, skip shift eliminator, powder-coated calipers, R1 concept rotors, StopTech pads, Granatelli wires, Lloyds mats, tint, AAC afterburner taillamps, AAC scanner/sidemarkers, SRP pedals, custom engine cover, black bowties, Ridergraphix hood spears....

06-23-2010, 08:34 PM	#3
Eduk8r Drives: Blue 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: KY Posts: 208	I always blow of excess dust with Dustoff and then use Plexus with a microfiber. Have used it for years on my motorcycle and no scratches yet. __________________

06-23-2010, 08:43 PM	#5
Patfan1987 CGM is the Best! Thx GM Drives: 2010 2LT RS Camaro, Auto + Sunroof Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: MA Posts: 513 View My Garage	California duster for the inside of the car is what i use, works great for me. __________________ Proud Owner of a CGM 2 LT/RS Auto Transmission w/Sunroof and Spare Tire

06-23-2010, 08:54 PM	#6
egad09 Drives: 2010 CGM 1SS Camaro Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The Woodlands, TX Posts: 527	As far as the radio display goes i HIGHLY recommend getting the Ghost Armor for it. Below you can see where my radar detector chord had begun to scratch my display a good bit. Installed the Ghost Armor and it is not noticeable at all anymore! Cant even tell the shield is there either unless you look for the edges. Before: After: __________________

06-23-2010, 08:36 PM	#4
Captain Awesome Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York Posts: 3,746	Compressed air can blow the duse off the interior surfaces really well. Get an air hose and compressor. You can also dry the exterior of your car with a leaf blower so you don't get water spots and don't need to run a cloth over it to dry and create scratches in the paint.

06-23-2010, 08:59 PM	#7
daphatgrant June '10 Drives: '10 2SS/RS RJT Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Upstate NY (FingerLakes) Posts: 2,395	<goes to look up ghost armor> Edit, here we go, very cool . __________________ RJT, 2SS/RS, M6, Black Int, Sunroof. (Click above image to learn about UpstateC5) Last edited by daphatgrant; 06-23-2010 at 09:23 PM.

06-23-2010, 09:13 PM	#8
svrds10 Drives: 2SS/RS M6 Wht/Slvr ext Wht/Gry int Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 266	+1 on the ghost armor. I have the complete kit on my SS.. I have it on my headlights, fog lights, blinkers, gauges, and radio. Not to mention my clear bra As for detailing the dash. I just purchased the Adams interior detail products and love it. Gives it back the "new" look. Not a big fan of the Armor All glossy look. __________________ '10 Chevy Camaro 2SS/RS - Summit White W/ Silver Stripes '09 Dodge Challenger R/T - Hemi Orange

06-23-2010, 09:16 PM	#10
ron10 Drives: 2010 2SS IOM L99 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: LOUISVILLE,KY.. Posts: 7,545	i use windex on the inside of my car.keeps it looking like new with no chemical build up.

06-23-2010, 10:01 PM	#12
Eduk8r Drives: Blue 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: KY Posts: 208	Does the Ghost Armor go on wet? __________________

06-23-2010, 10:02 PM	#13
Blue Angel Drives: 2010 LS ABM Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 184 View My Garage	++1 on the Ghost Armor cover. I think it actually improves the look of the stereo face. __________________ I generally drive the speed limit, I just get to it quickly.

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