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Old 02-06-2007, 04:19 AM
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Default Two cleaning questions

Okay, I don't have an audi yet, but I am buying on in about 2 weeks. The person I'm buying from is by no means a clean freak when it comes to cars like me. So I'm sure when I buy it I will need to put a full day into detailing it. I have two questions.

1) This is kind of weird, but what is the best/safest way to clean the stock stereo? It is covered in fingerprints and just looks nasty. I'm thinking no more than a damp rag? I know moisture is not a stereo's best friend.

2) What's the best carpet cleaner to use? I mean for really nasty grime in the carpet? It looked like his daughter stomped candy onto the floor of the back seat?

Thanks a lot,
Mike
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Old 02-06-2007, 04:45 PM
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Default RE: Two cleaning questions

Any auto interior cleaner is ok, I like Griot's.

For the carpet, use a carpet extractor, it's really the only way to get the grim out.
A home carpet shampooer is ok, if it has a hand held extension.
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Old 02-13-2007, 07:30 PM
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Default RE: Two cleaning questions

Use a 100% cotton towel and electronics `safe' anti-static cleaner (Kiwi Brands Endust™ for Electronics or Plexus® Plastic Cleaner, Protectant & Polish)

I’m repeatedly asked which product is the best[/i] interior cleaner. There is no one-product answer, as the so-called all purpose cleaners (APC) do not remove every stain, different stains require different solvents to remove them.
Between these four cleaners you should be able to remove 99% of stains occurring in the interior of a vehicle and around the home –
(a) 303â„¢ Rug / Upholstery Cleaner & Spot Remover
(b) P21S Total Auto Wash (a citrus-based all purpose cleaner (APC)
(c) Woolite® Heavy Traffic Carpet Foam or Hoover Deep Cleansing Carpet/Upholstery Detergent
(d) Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover

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