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MilesP

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Cleaning Dash
« on: October 20, 2014, 01:44:16 PM »
I have a55 with a padded dash it has a dirty loo  and U an sure it has been years since it was cleaned  I don.t want  to hure it but need to clean it What product should I use or should i just leave ir alone

joefrazer

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Re: Cleaning Dash
« Reply #1 on: October 20, 2014, 01:54:45 PM »
The dash pad material used on the 54 and 55 Manhattans is slightly porous and doesn't lend itself well to cleaning. I would limit it to a wipe down with a damp cloth. Scrubbing will result in lighter patches when it dries...been there and done that!

MilesP

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Re: Cleaning Dash
« Reply #2 on: October 20, 2014, 03:30:36 PM »
Thanks for the tip nothing is easy when working in a Kaiser

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Re: Cleaning Dash
« Reply #3 on: October 20, 2014, 08:15:59 PM »
Miles, be careful when "wiping" on the threads.  The fibers are very fragile and can/will disappear easily with hard wiping.  Had a KF member call me in tears over his.  Once it's done...it's done!!!
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Re: Cleaning Dash
« Reply #4 on: October 20, 2014, 09:15:27 PM »
Thanks Mike guess the best course of action is to enjoy it just the way it is glad I had the two of you as a source of good advice. the forum can be usefull after all. (lol)