72-CLASSIC_RIDE Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 As I evaluate things to do with the Monte, I am considering refreshing my Dash Bezel but don't want to complicate it to much. So, anyone do this using a product that brightens and cleans at same time or what was your experience. I couldn't find anything using the search function. Thanx for any suggestions.......................... Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RealRed70 Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Please explain exactly what you are referring to. Are you talking about refinished the plastic dash housing/ carrier, or polishing the lens itself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RealRed70 Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Do you mean freshening up the wood grain panel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangeba Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 First thing I thought Doug was asking about is the stuff that was chromed when new, but after a few years looks flat or has eve come off. Probably because I had just asked if they chrome the entire plastic dash, then tape off and paint the majority, a color. Bruce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RealRed70 Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 If you are referring to the wood grain panel. You can wipe it down with Mothers brand back to black. It will really bring the color back out if the panel is sun faded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72-CLASSIC_RIDE Posted February 12, 2017 Author Share Posted February 12, 2017 Sorry, pretty vague. I am referring to the Wood Grain Panel. Mine had dulled significantly and am looking to regain some of it's luster. I don't want to use something that will make it worse when applied or later on down the road. Sorry again for the poor details............... Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RealRed70 Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Did you read my last post? It will work well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72-CLASSIC_RIDE Posted February 12, 2017 Author Share Posted February 12, 2017 Gotcha Dan & Thanx. I will get some and see what I can do with the Wood Grain. Since I have completed all my wish list major upgrades, I am now looking at other areas pretty much ignored until now. Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RealRed70 Posted February 12, 2017 Share Posted February 12, 2017 Just wipe some on with a rag, then wipe it dry with a dry rag. Should make a huge difference. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72-CLASSIC_RIDE Posted February 16, 2017 Author Share Posted February 16, 2017 First attempt at Dash Bezel restoration. I used the Mothers Back to Black Cleaner first and then applied the Mothers Back to Black Restorer. The pic is just after application. I plan on doing at least one more time. One thing I learned from the Cleaner! Don't apply & let sit as it will start dissolving the paint. I learned this on my Test Bezel I have as an xtra. While it had no effect on the White Lighter Identification letters, I was not concerned until I noticed the Windshield Wiper/Washer White Identification Numbers dissolving. Still can be seen but no longer as Bold as before. Thanx again Dan for the suggestion. It did make a difference. Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RealRed70 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 It doe look good. Should have taken a before picture. My bottle is just back to black. Does not say cleaner. I just wipe it on and wipe it off right after. Sometimes I do them twice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72-CLASSIC_RIDE Posted February 16, 2017 Author Share Posted February 16, 2017 Dan, I have a pretty good picture of it when I removed the entire assy. from the car with pic taken previously. It is pretty dark............ Mothers makes both a Cleaner & Restored. I inadvertently bought the Cleaner without realizing it wasn't the restorer. Kinda glad I did as I believe the cleaner enhanced the Restorer appearance. Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RealRed70 Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Wow. Looks so much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orbit Posted February 17, 2017 Share Posted February 17, 2017 I cleaned mine with mild cleaner than light compound then 10 coats of had rubbed carnauba. Painted all the dash as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72-CLASSIC_RIDE Posted February 17, 2017 Author Share Posted February 17, 2017 That looks very nice Joe. I'd say you went the extra mile. Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCall72 Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 Be careful with the cleaning agents on that burlwood insert. It's an ink transfer and you can literally wipe it off with a cleaning agent that is too aggressive. It should have a dull clear coat covering it, but time can break down those clear coats and not offer it the protection it once had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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