Rubber, vinyl, leather care

[Semis57]

Wondering what you use for each of the above? I bought some tire dressing from PartSource I am really impressed with, and it was on the discount table! I only use water for the vinyl and leather for now, but the parts are beginning to show that they need another treatment of some sort.

The dash is treated with something low sheen and looks great. I would love to get the same type of stuff that is on there but haven't a clue what he previous owner used. It looks like fresh-from-factory, not all shiny and reflective such as Armor All is prone to do.

[Postie]

You have to use some sort of protectent, it's all about the UV, UV kills dashes, paint, rubber and all trim. without some sort of add on, your hooped in the long run and resale value.
Any type of protectant in any form is a must, Armour all, in any format for interior use is what i use, first line defence, water does,, hmmmm Zero
Paint well thats a whole discussion thats on here already but always open for ideas.

[Riley P]

Not to be a butt-hole but I have heard not so great things about Armor-All. However, I have always had fantastic results with Mothers products. They have a vinyl, rubber, plastic protectant that leaves no shine at all and works great on the weatherstripping, tires, cowl, etc. Now, with that said, I splurged on a giant Zaino kit as I have heard that Zaino makes the best product. I am excited to try it.

[Somebuddy]

Can't go wrong with "Mothers" products.

[not2melo]

Originally Posted by Riley P

Not to be a butt-hole but I have heard not so great things about Armor-All. However, I have always had fantastic results with Mothers products. They have a vinyl, rubber, plastic protectant that leaves no shine at all and works great on the weatherstripping, tires, cowl, etc. Now, with that said, I splurged on a giant Zaino kit as I have heard that Zaino makes the best product. I am excited to try it.

Zaino seems to be one of the top products.
I am thinking about switching over from Mothers to give it a shot.
Let us know how it works out Riley.

[Riley P]

Will Do! If it ever stops raining.....

[Semis57]

Yeah agreed Postie, water does squat, but the car hasn't seen a ton of daylight this year. But, as you say, the vinyl needs protecting, a point to which I couldn't agree more. Thanks for the replies thus far and i look forward to hearing more on this subject!

[Crusher]

Adams Polishes car care products are amazing, I use them. These guys are from the States buy sell there products here at a car shop in Windsor on-line

[Semis57]

I just bought some Mother's product- will let you know what I think.

[Semis57]

OK, Mothers and Meguiars...I HATE the Meguiars vinyl conditioner, their version of Armor All. It is WAY TOO SHINY! I had to use some soap and take it off.

I do like their leather conditioner- it seemed to work very well. I tried a Mother's product called "Back to Black" which I also thought was good for re-blackening plastic or vinyl trim. It is like a white goopy cream that you apply with a cloth and rub in.

That's it so far, I just cleaned up the car for our family photo- will post a few pics when I get em!