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Old October-27th-2003, 09:57 AM
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It's called 303 Aerospace Protectant. I guess that's the maker...here's their website:
http://www.303-products.com/
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Old October-29th-2003, 01:12 AM
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Hey, Im not trying to be a dick, all that I am saying is that dont believe everything you here. And to mp5420, show me some evidence that your rumor is true.
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Old October-29th-2003, 09:01 AM
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They DO happen to make a "low glare" Armor All. I use that or that other brand is the yellow bottle,.. either are ok. I've never had a dash or anything crack. {what ticks me off more is that I can't remmeber the other brand name right now.}
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Old October-31st-2003, 02:11 AM
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Oh,.. I remember the name of the other stuff,... it's called "Son Of A Gun" in a yellow bottle,.. that works ok.
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Old October-31st-2003, 09:12 AM
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You can argue the cracking thing forever. But I think it's moot, because there are better products for this than Armor All, like Pro_fan and Chastan said. My problem with the stuff is that 1) it's too shiny and 2) it's greasy. You also can't put it on the rim of your steering wheel, because of reason #2.

Go with 303 Aerospace Protectant (which you also can use on tires, exterior lights, and seals) or Vinylex. They'll give you a more matte appearance, aren't greasy, and won't attract dust like Armor All. And UV protection is a big plus.

Any marine products store should carry 303, or try some auto detailing stores.
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Old October-31st-2003, 09:28 AM
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I never use armor all. I find it attracts dust, and gets all crappy a few days later. I just use a soft cloth an dust often. If the dash gets dirty by means of coffee, grease, or that whopper you had for lunch, I would just use a lil window cleaner without ammonia.
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Old November-3rd-2003, 07:58 AM
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Originally posted by Chastan
Use Vinylex. Armorall causes things to dry out and crack.

Vinylex all the way. I have never actually seen any cracks caused by Armor all so it may just be a on going rumor but why take the chance.
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Old November-3rd-2003, 05:06 PM
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I ve heard the same thing bout the stuff the only down fall (already said) its really bad for lint
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Old November-3rd-2003, 07:42 PM
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I've never heard or read anything knocking AA. I used it.
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Old November-4th-2003, 10:26 AM
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303!!
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Old November-4th-2003, 11:30 AM
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Armoral does work fine and makes the car look new. Never had a problem! Used it for years!!! I have studied Armoral for 6 years now (personal study) Shinny=yes, greasy=not really. Attarcts lint! Sure! Use often to conteract this=yes!
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Old November-4th-2003, 06:34 PM
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There is a better product by Armorall called Ultimate Clean, it is a protectant and cleaner that leaves a low gloss, but you can re-apply for addtional gloss. works well, i have used it for 4 years, on three cars, and it smells great.
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Old November-4th-2003, 08:56 PM
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I use 303 Aerospace. Its good stuff.
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Old November-4th-2003, 09:42 PM
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thanks for all the feed back.

where can i get vinylex, 303, or ultimate clean?

i am going to try 303, i received a sample in the mail...

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