Torched10 Posted February 24, 2010 Report Share Posted February 24, 2010 What are you guys using to clean the fake suede on the steering wheel. Also, what do use on the tires for a low gloss "shine"--thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filthymcnasty Posted February 24, 2010 Report Share Posted February 24, 2010 What are you guys using to clean the fake suede on the steering wheel. Also, what do use on the tires for a low gloss "shine"--thanks That material is called Alcantara and the manufacturer recommends a damp white towel (don't want to use anything that could potentially transfer any die/color onto the surface) for general maintenance. I've also used Leather Masters foam cleaner which is designed for suede and Alcantara cleaning as well. Edit: For tires, I think you want to stay away from anything with silicone in it as that has a tendency to turn the tires that ugly brown color. For my tires, I like to use 303 Aerospace Protectant as it gives them a nice natural look (I'm not into the shiney black look as it's been my experience that that stuff slings up onto/under the wheel wheels). This is also a great product for use in the engine compartment and interior as it produces a natural appearance, dries without a greasy feel, is highly dust repellant and provides UV protection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOTVENOMGT500 Posted February 24, 2010 Report Share Posted February 24, 2010 I'm not help on the Alcantara, but Mcnasty's recommedation sounds good. For tires I like Meguiar's Endurance tire shine. It's a gel and is really good about not slinging all over the side of the car, also lasts a few weeks at a time with one application. It will not brown the tires and goes on pretty easy, plus it smells like grapes Put on one coat for a low gloss shine and follow up with a second for a higher gloss shine. http://www.meguiarsdirect.com/detail/MEG+G7410 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Train Posted February 27, 2010 Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 I used to use Woolite Foaming,50/50 mix with water and a soft bristle brush on my light grey Alcantara seats on my Terminator, it worked well on the heavy stuff, but the inserts being Black on the GT500, I may not need or use the Woolite Foming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlloyDropTop Posted February 27, 2010 Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 No idea on the Suede, but for tires Tuf-Shine is the ultimate. It is like clear coat for tires. It dries and won't rub off. Little more work for prep, but it lasts a super long time. I do it only twice a year and my tires look great. http://tufshine.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torched10 Posted February 27, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2010 thanks for all the ideas---bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamlightning03 Posted February 28, 2010 Report Share Posted February 28, 2010 No idea on the Suede, but for tires Tuf-Shine is the ultimate. It is like clear coat for tires. It dries and won't rub off. Little more work for prep, but it lasts a super long time. I do it only twice a year and my tires look great. http://tufshine.com/ sorry to thread jack; alloydroptop-where and how much ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlloyDropTop Posted February 28, 2010 Report Share Posted February 28, 2010 sorry to thread jack; alloydroptop-where and how much ? When I bought it, they sold it direct, but now looking at their website it looks like they push it thru distribution, yet no reference on the website where to get it. I guess try contacting them to see who they have distributing. Sorry.... One of the best things I forgot to mention is since it drys clear, none gets on the car cover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamlightning03 Posted February 28, 2010 Report Share Posted February 28, 2010 ok thanks;A,D,T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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