1994 Dash Feeling Stiff/Dry

DuManchu · 02-01-07, 12:10 PM

The dash in my 94 is starting to feel a little too stiff for my liking. It has not yet cracked but I have a feeling if left untreated it'll be cracked by summers end.

What all do you recommend for "moisturizing" my dash?

I do not want to use silicone or petroleum based products as they lead to further deterioration of the dash.

Thanks!

roncruiser · 02-01-07, 12:45 PM

Is your "dash" code for somthing else? If so, then use good hand lotion or K-Y

If you're really talking about your dashboard, then use a dashboard cover. That might help. Else get ready to spend some cash when that thing cracks.

Driley · 02-01-07, 12:46 PM

I have been using the Griot's stuff for the last 5 years (my own vehicles and customer's cars) and absolutely love it! Expensive, but you don't need to use too much and it lasts for quite a while.

http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....1006&SKU=11169

I used to use the 303 stuff and it is still very good, just not as nice as the Griot's in my opinion.

http://www.303products.com/tech/inde...TOKEN=48375752

There you go, for what it's worth.

Riley

DuManchu · 02-01-07, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driley

I have been using the Griot's stuff for the last 5 years (my own vehicles and customer's cars) and absolutely love it! Expensive, but you don't need to use too much and it lasts for quite a while.

http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....1006&SKU=11169

I used to use the 303 stuff and it is still very good, just not as nice as the Griot's in my opinion.

http://www.303products.com/tech/inde...TOKEN=48375752

There you go, for what it's worth.

Riley

Will these products restore, or just protect?

Driley · 02-01-07, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by DuManchu

Will these products restore, or just protect?

I have never found a product that can truely erase years of abuse, but I have seen some pretty neglected dash and door panels that looked very nice after the Griot's stuff. It leaves the dash with a satin finish and after a few applications, it does feel softer. Once the curling / craching begins, it is time for a dash cover or replacement dash.

Riley

DuManchu · 02-01-07, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driley

I have never found a product that can truely erase years of abuse, but I have seen some pretty neglected dash and door panels that looked very nice after the Griot's stuff. It leaves the dash with a satin finish and after a few applications, it does feel softer. Once the curling / craching begins, it is time for a dash cover or replacement dash.

Riley

Perfect, Griots sounds like the stuff we used when I was a detailer. I just have a hard time sourcing water based dressings.

Thanks for the links!

Rookie2 · 02-01-07, 05:22 PM

Any decent over-the-counter products that you all are aware of?

wearsabrowncoat · 02-01-07, 07:28 PM

Honda motorcycle dealers have a pro cleaning and polishing product that is suppose to work very well. Also check some place like pep boys for vinylex lexol.

Driley · 02-02-07, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Rookie2

Any decent over-the-counter products that you all are aware of?

As wearsabrowncoat has suggested, the Lexol brand is very nice. I like the leather products (I use them with the Griot's Leather Care), but the Vinylex has a funky smell. I use it and the 303 for boats sometimes if I run out of the Griot's Vinyl & Rubber Conditioner.

Riley