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Old Oct 3, 2009 | 11:11 AM
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First, what product would you recommend for cleaning the dash on my GS350. The last place I took it too put some really shiny stuff on it and I HATE it. Planning on using some 303 Protectant on it but want to get this old crap off first.

Second, Can anyone recommend a good detailer in the Northwest Florida area? I live in Destin/Panama City and am looking for someone that can do a good job. Also what is a average price for a full detail?
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Old Oct 3, 2009 | 11:18 AM
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303 aerospace protectant is definitely a great choice for the dash/doors. It does have some very mild cleaning ability, however, for something stronger, consider diluted P21s Total Auto Wash or even a simple mixture (1:8) of woolite and water.

For a full detail, it'll depend greatly on the condition of the paint and what you expect to get out of the finished product. For exterior details, you can pay upwards of 500+. I'd say most guys charge more in the 250-400 range though.
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Old Oct 3, 2009 | 11:49 AM
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If you want to clean the interior the 303 Cleaner & Spot Remover - 32 oz is my product of choice. It helps you clean virtually anything vinyl, plastic, rubber and fabric. Therefore you can use it on the doors, dashboard, console, arm rests, carpets, mats and so much more. If you want to protect those surfaces after I really like the 303 Aerospace Protectant - 16 oz or the Optimum (OPT) Protectant Plus - 17 oz. Both products provide excellent UV protection for your leather, vinyl, rubber and plastic pieces if desired. Best of all they leave a very matte finish behind so the surface doesn't look or feel oily and greasy. For best results apply 1 - 2 mists on a microfiber towel and wipe down the desired surfaces. Let me know if you have any other questions.

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Old Oct 3, 2009 | 05:22 PM
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One of the best cleaners for carpets, vinyl, and plastic I've ever used comes form England...Autoglym Interior Cleaner/Shampoo http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...ttle%2C/Detail This products does an excellent job of pulling out the greasy silicones in the inferior products that are giving your interior that shiny look. Once you clean off all that greasy mess, it may take a few applications, you can then protect with a product like 303 or einszett vinyl rubber care, http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...Care%2C/Detail

A great product to maintain the interior is einszett cockpit interior, http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...00mL%2C/Detail Think of it like a detail spray for the interior. It does a little cleaning and a little protecting. Just spray on a towel, and wipe down the dash, seats, doors, nav screen, etc. Anywhere you want to remove the dust and fingerprints.
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Old Oct 3, 2009 | 05:40 PM
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Lots of great choices here.. Thanks guys..
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