I just use glass cleaner.  cheap, works to clean such surfaces.  In fact, I use it on the carpet in my van and other cars as well.  Works wonderfully well for that.  Methyl or isopropyl alcohol, depending on brand, I believe.  Other ingredients are colorings and perfumes.

mcneely

---- Old Volks Home <oldvolkshome@GMAIL.COM> wrote: 
> Best stuff I've used for the past 20+ years has been either SP80 or
> 303 Products for dashes, Rubber and other vinyl, both are far superior
> to Armor-All(tm) or WD40.  WD40 is NOT the stuff to use on Vinyl or
> plastics IMHO.
> -- 
> Jim Thompson
> 84 GL 1.9 "Gloria"
> 84 Westfalia 2.1 "Ole Putt"
> 72 411 Station Wagon "Pug"
> 75 914 1.8 "Nancy"
> Full Timing Since March 1999
> oldvolkshome@gmail.com
> http://www.oldvolkshome.com
> ***********************************
> On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 8:50 AM, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote:
> >  Trying to keep the Dash in the ol' Vanagons clean and shiny is
> > something we all struggle with, and plastics in them die a slow death as
> > the sun cooks the oil out of them and they com apart. So what to do.
> >
> > Someone sent this list to me a few days ago, claiming WD-40 as some kind
> > of miracle cleaner/lubricant, and in reading the list, discovered the
> > claim that WD-40 can be used to clean and restore the dash and seats in
> > your car/van. There were many other auto related claims as well.  I have
> > included the list here, and was wondering if anyone had any experience
> > with any of these applications of WD-40 to our Vans.
> >
> >
> > John
> >
> > Here are some WD-40 uses including vehicle uses applications:
> >
> >  1. Protects silver from tarnishing.
> >  2. Removes road tar and grime from cars.
> >  3. Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
> >  4. Gives floors that 'just-waxed' sheen without making them slippery..
> >  5. Keeps flies off cows.
> >  6. Restores and cleans chalkboards..
> >  7. Removes lipstick stains.
> >  8. Loosens stubborn zippers.
> >  9. Untangles jewelry chains.
> > 10. Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
> > 11. Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
> > 12. Keeps ceramic/terra cotta garden pots from oxidizing.
> > 13. Removes tomato stains from clothing.
> > 14. Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots .
> > 15. Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
> > 16. Keeps scissors working smoothly.
> > 17. Lubricates noisy door hinges on vehicles and doors in homes.
> > 18. It removes black scuff marks from the kitchen floor!
> >      Use WD-40 for those nasty tar and scuff marks on flooring.
> >       It doesn't seem to harm the finish and you won't have to scrub
> > nearly as hard to get them off.
> >     Just remember to open some windows if you have a lot of marks.
> > 19. Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed
> > quickly! Use WD-40!
> > 20. Gives a children's playground gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.
> > 21..... Lubricates gear shift and mower deck lever for ease of handling
> > on riding mowers.
> > 22. Rids kids rocking chairs and swings of squeaky noises.
> > 23. Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to
> > open.
> > 24. Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
> > 25. Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well
> > as vinyl bumpers.
> > 26. Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles..
> > 27. Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
> > 28. Lubricates wheel sprocket s on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for
> > easy handling..
> > 29. Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running
> > smoothly.
> > 30. Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
> > 31. Removes splattered grease on stove.
> > 32. Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
> > 33. 34. Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
> > 35. Removes all traces of duct tape.
> > 36. Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve
> > arthritis pain.
> > 37. Florida 's favorite use is: 'cleans and removes love bugs from
> > grills and bumpers.
> > 38. The favorite use in the state of New York , WD-40 protects the
> > Statue of Liberty from the elements.
> > 39. WD-40 attracts fish.. Spray a little on live bait or lures and you
> > will be catching the big one in no time..
> >     Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are
> > made for just that purpose.
> >    Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for
> > fishing are not allowed in some states.
> > 40. Use it for fire ant bites.. It takes the sting away immediately and
> > stops the itch.
> > 41. WD-40 is great for removing crayon from walls.  Spray on the mark
> > and wipe with a clean rag.
> > 42. Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed and
> > dried a tube of lipstick with a load
> >     of laundry, saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and rewash.
> > Presto! The lipstick is gone!
> > 43. If you sprayed WD-40 on the distributor cap, it would displace the
> > moisture and allow the car to start.
> >
> > P.S. The basic ingredient is FISH OIL.
> >
> > --
> > John Rodgers
> > Clayartist and Moldmaker
> > 88'GL VW Bus Driver
> > Chelsea, AL
> > Http://www.moldhaus.com

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David McNeely