General all purpose cleaner?
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Is that available at local auto stores (which ones) or only online?
And what about this one
http://www.autogeek.net/dp340.html
And what about this one
http://www.autogeek.net/dp340.html
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I'd not use harsh non-specific chemicals on the interior. If it's leather, leather cleaner. If it's plastic, plastic cleaner, etc. With that said, most of what you mentioned is going to be plastic. I tend to use Vinylx by Lexol or Aerospace Protectant by 303 but these are technically not "cleaners". They treat the plastic and protect it. But once used and with semi-regular cleanup, they work just fine.
If there is a lot of dirt embedded I'd try using a mild soap and water with a soft brush and toothbrush for small areas. But I really think the items mentioned above would do the trick. But the bottom line is that I'd use cleaners specific to the material being cleaned (plastic).
If there is a lot of dirt embedded I'd try using a mild soap and water with a soft brush and toothbrush for small areas. But I really think the items mentioned above would do the trick. But the bottom line is that I'd use cleaners specific to the material being cleaned (plastic).
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Great advice tcope. APC+ can be pretty darn harsh when used incorrectly...
As is the recommendation with a polish for paint, you'll want to go with the least aggressive method to accomplish your task in the safest fashion. Even APC+ at 10:1 can be pretty aggressive...
I've not yet tried it but Boss_429 - who *is* probably the most experienced detailer with the most extensive chemical-usage knowledge on this site - recommends 303 Aerospace Cleaner for many APC-types of jobs. I have not yet tried it but, if Boss says it's the best stuff that he's used, we all should listen.
-RP-
As is the recommendation with a polish for paint, you'll want to go with the least aggressive method to accomplish your task in the safest fashion. Even APC+ at 10:1 can be pretty aggressive...
I've not yet tried it but Boss_429 - who *is* probably the most experienced detailer with the most extensive chemical-usage knowledge on this site - recommends 303 Aerospace Cleaner for many APC-types of jobs. I have not yet tried it but, if Boss says it's the best stuff that he's used, we all should listen.
-RP-
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Agreed. I wouldn't ever use APC+ at 10:1 on anything in the interior. I don't even think it's diluted enough for the carpets. I usually do something close to 20:1 and it seems to work great. I was leary at first about using it because the stuff will burn your hands. I tested on some unseen areas of different materials and at a dilution ratio of 20:1 or so it didn't have any discoloring, staining, etc.
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Quiik Detailer
http://www.meguiars.com/?vinyl-rubbe...erior-Detailer
and for my carpet I've given Meguiars Quik out a shot and I like it. At the same time my interior is not shot so with that said I think that the products you choose all boils down to what condition your interior is in.
Quik Out
http://www.meguiars.com/estore/product_list.cfm?sectionname=Consumer%20(Meguiar's %20Brand)>Car%20Interior%20Care>Cloth/Carpet%20Cleaners§ionID=12301
Im pretty sure if you post pics of your interior that one of the experts on here can steer you in a better direction. Also the two products that I mention can be purchased locally at Autozone, etc. if you need them right away.
Last edited by pmason718; 06-26-2008 at 10:04 AM.
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I know that's what Meguiars recommend, it's right on the bottle. However, I've used it with poor results because it was too strong, of course this was on a very old car but still ... More than one way to skin a cat, right?