I like to think that my car is pretty clean, but when I look at the interior, I can see the 34 years of dirt and dust in the texture crevices of the interior - dash, seat backs, door panels etc...

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I wanted a Corvette my whole life, but I never dreamed of all the wonderful people I would meet because of it!

I like "Tuff Stuff" and a soft brush.  Really works well.

Another good one is Armoral, general purpose cleaner and a soft brush. You need to cover the seats and carpet though. Made mine look new again.

I stopped using "Armorall" or any product with silicone in it quite some time ago.  If you can find it, try a product called "303"  it puts a great shine on vynal and plastic without the deteriorating effects of silicone.  It is not cheap but I think performs much better than armorall.  If you cant find it at your auto suppliers, and you probably wont, try the local RV supply house, its really big in the RV industry

I use old/new toothbrushes, armoral and armoral cloths.
Interesting idea on the 303.  I would like to try.  No RV places near me.
I looked on ebay, but not luck.  Anybody got any idea on mail order?


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Steve, Lifetime Member #129

74 coupe 4 speed 350, 54K actual miles,
all original; paint, interior, engine,
split  bumper. #'s match. 2nd owner, no stress cracks.

I got the interior detailing kit from Griots. Works real well!

I also use Griot's interior cleaner and it works good. If it comes clean use there leather care that brings out a nice shine.  Also use there Best of show wax that puts a deep shine in the paint. GREAT PRODUCTS

My wife got me ArmorAll Cleaning Wipes (25 7"x 8" wipes) for all auto surfaces, dash, vinyl, carpet, consoles, & leather. They work pretty darn good. She also got me the ArmorAll Leather Wipes (20 7" x 8" wipes) that clean, condition, & protect. These really worked pretty good on my old leather seats, they came out clean and shine, they do seem a little softer. Best of all they are not oily and no greased up look or feel. ArmorAll has all kinds of Wipes available, Original Protectant, Ultra Shine Protectant, Orange Cleaning, & Glass. With these wipes there is no spraying stuff that can get all over.

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I also use Griot's interior cleaner and it works good. If it comes clean use there leather care that brings out a nice shine.  Also use there Best of show wax that puts a deep shine in the paint. GREAT PRODUCTS[/QUOTE]

I agree...Griot's makes some of the best car care products you can buy.  Not that there aren't other fine products on the market, but Griot's is among the best and a one stop shop for most every type of product.

Their Carnauba Stick Wax and Best of Show Wax are awesome!

Here you go Steve. Crossfire19822008-06-30 13:39:25

Thanks Crossfire,  your second link is the 303 company.  I did a search for my local dealers and came up with Kragen/Schucks.  Next time I go to town will buy a bottle and let you all know.  thanks again and I don't have to mess with mail order and shipping....

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Steve, Lifetime Member #129

74 coupe 4 speed 350, 54K actual miles,
all original; paint, interior, engine,
split  bumper. #'s match. 2nd owner, no stress cracks.

Let me know if you like it.  I got started when I put a vynal "Access" cover on my F-250 several years ago.  The manufacturer recommended ONLY 303 to be used to preserve the vynal.  Once I started using it for the top I found it was great for all of the interior as well.

Marshall I have ysed the 303 stuff in my camper and on my vette seats. It cleans pretty nice. You can get it at Camping World (Used to be Stouts Rv) off of I 65 at exit 99.

I know some folks are gonna laff but I took Micki's suggestion and then use Lemon Pledge on them after the are clean. Not only do they shine up but th ca smells real nice inside providing you like lemon scent.

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Google "303 Cleaner" and you will find a couple of places that you can get the product.

Actually, I have used some Pledge in the past.  It did seem to do ok.  I just still end up with the old dirt I can see in the crevasses.  However, I had not used the soft brush idea.  Does a toothbrush work, or is there something else you guys would recommend?

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I wanted a Corvette my whole life, but I never dreamed of all the wonderful people I would meet because of it!

I never throw away my old toothbrushes.  But you could use new ones too. For cleaning dirt from cracks and crevasses, I use an old toothbrush and a mild soap/ water solution and dry with a cloth.

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Steve, Lifetime Member #129

74 coupe 4 speed 350, 54K actual miles,
all original; paint, interior, engine,
split  bumper. #'s match. 2nd owner, no stress cracks.