Dash Treatment

[MikeTaylor57]

I have a 2003 Chevy Z71. It's in great shape was always garaged by the original owner. I also can keep it garaged, however it sits outside in the sun from 8 to 12 hrs a day while I am at work. What products have you had success with in keeping the dash with a decent gloss but more importantly I understand that some products can actually dry the dash out and cause it to crack. Ant info would be greatly appreciated.

[VP Mark]

303 aerospace protectant and optimum protectant plus both have great UV protection. Stay away from anything solvent based as that is the stuff that dries out and cracks dashes.

The optimum product is matte though so if you are looking for gloss look elsewhere.
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[jamesboyy]

Another vote for 303 aerospace its just a plain amazing product

[wdmaccord]

You don't want gloss. You want the fresh from the factory look which is matte or satin. This also cuts down on the glare you get from a shiny dash reflecting off the inside of the front windshield. 303 Aerospace wipedown followed by a dry buff will get you the perfect finish and also UV protection. Blackfire Interior Protectant is another good one (same method...apply, let sit for a few minutes, dry buff).

[mleun481]

Also check out Sonax Dashboard Cleaner for a matte finish.

[dan45hk]

Einszett Cockpit Premium works very well IMO.

[RTexasF]

303 or Dash Away available at Walmart. Gloss? No, that is a mistake. Protection? Yes, both offer it.

[FUNX650]

After a 303 treatment...
Treat the dash with one of the below:
-Coverking Carpet Dash Cover
-Coverking Molded Dash Cover

Bob

[spiralout462]

I use 303 or 1Z Cockpit Premium. More importantly I use a windshield screen, especially in the warmer months. None of these options offer gloss however/thankfully.

[Chris@AutoCleanse]

Ultima interior guard plus.

[Lexi65]

I have a 2003 Chevy Z71. It's in great shape was always garaged by the original owner. I also can keep it garaged, however it sits outside in the sun from 8 to 12 hrs a day while I am at work. What products have you had success with in keeping the dash with a decent gloss but more importantly I understand that some products can actually dry the dash out and cause it to crack. Ant info would be greatly appreciated.

As a further precaution, I strongly suggest you get one of those
sun shades ...they are inexpensive and easy to simply set in
front of the windshield. :buffing:

[Eric]

I like the Duragloss interior dressing. Great sheen without being too glossy.

[Desertnate]

Another vote for 303.

I can't imagine trying to drive a car with a glossy dash. The reflections of the sun back on the windshield would be a big distraction and make it hard to see. I'd also think the glossy products attracting quite a bit of dust.

[poweraid]

303 aerospace protectant and optimum protectant plus both have great UV protection. Stay away from anything solvent based as that is the stuff that dries out and cracks dashes.

The optimum product is matte though so if you are looking for gloss look elsewhere.
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what popular products would be solvent based that one shouldn't use ?

[HD.Detailing]

303 or BF