HCHII dash protection... any ideas?
 

It doesn't look like anyone is making a dashmat specifically for the HCHII... yet...

Any ideas on protecting my dash from the evil rays of the sun? I've read that products like armorall etc. can actually *accelerate* damage to the dash, rather than prevent it? Or is that just another 'net rumor?

Re: HCHII dash protection... any ideas?
 

Get a sunshade.

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OK, but I'm pretty sure I'll have a hard time driving with those things in the window :embarass:

I'm more interested in something that provides protection all the time, not just when parked.

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"Use the force, Luke."

;)

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I use this product on the dash of my car and also to protect my canoe:

http://www.303products.com/tech/inde...FTOKEN=8330613

So far I have to say it has done an excellent job on my 2001 Subaru

DKeane

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I am going with the 303 protectant also. I have also read about Amorall not being so good on dashes. Lots of recommendations for 303 though.

I saw a Civic with a dash mat in a garage and it did not look good. Probably because of the size and all of the contours. Nobody was around so I could not ask where they got it from.

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I have the same problem with dash mats that I do with front end bra's. Why protect something that will always be covered up. Loose the dash mat and go with Armorall or a similar product. I suspect if Armorall accelerated wear, they would be in some heavy litigation. You can always purchase an ugly dash mat years from now if your dash cracks down the road.

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Here is some information about UV damage to cars and the differences between Armor All, 303 and a host of other protectants:

http://www.unofficialbmw.com/all/car..._silicone.html

DKeane

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Thanks for the link, Dennis! :lightbulb

Molex:
Yes, stay away from all of the silicone products (including Armorall).
Lexol Vinylex and 303 are both good for dashes. 303 is shinier.

303 is a good all-around product. I use Black Again for black plastics that have faded to gray, and it works pretty well, but does not last. I'll have to try a topcoat of Meguiar's #42.

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Great link, that's *exactly* the kind of info I was looking for! Looks like I'll be stopping by my local Pep Boys to get some Lexol tomorrow, thanks!