What are your top products to clean your Pilot? - Honda Pilot

Alexandra242628 · 06-26-2006, 01:30 PM

The interior of my car is rather disgusting right now. 2 small children and 2 not-so-clean adults have put this car through hell. There is sticky stuff (mainly juice) in the cup holders, stains on the carpetts, sand that doesn't seem to make its way into the vacuum, etc. Just a mess. I plan on doing a major cleaning this weekend and want to know what you use to make your car look its best.

jay · 06-26-2006, 01:38 PM

Sounds like you need a kit from Stoner.

ED27 · 06-26-2006, 02:12 PM

I use a damp Microfiber cloth to clean interior hard surfaces (door panels, dashboard, console, etc.) I can usually get rid of most carpet stains with a damp microfiber cloth as well but for more stubborn stuff I'll use a carpet cleaner like Stoner one shown above. If you have leather seats, Lexol makes a good cleaner and conditioner (available in wipes).

Also, the Catch-all carpet floor mats are great. Once they become soiled, just hose off the dirt and they'll look new again!

Sportymonk · 06-26-2006, 04:25 PM

I try to start with the least invasive and potentially problem causing methods and work my way up.

For the cup holders with sticky stuff (my teen and college kid - see no hope for many years) I start with a damp/moist microfiber cloth and a sponge. The sponge can soak up the juices.
Then I use the microfiber on the dash, all door surfaces, console areas, etc to try and wipe it clean. Have only used Stoner's Invisible glass and its great so recommend the kit above (or maybe just buy what you actually need). For the carpet, you might want to try the dry powder Oxy Clean stuff.

Remember on the next trip - No food or drink means no mess or need to stop. Ok so they cry, they will cry anyway. just kidding)

Remember that most have had to affix a straw to their vacuum to get between the seats and the console. Take pictures as you go and let us know how it comes out.

BJackson8 · 06-27-2006, 08:58 AM

For interior carpet I use a product called Folex, Spray the stains, scrub with a brush, then extract with a shop vac and warm water.

For really dirty interior vinyl and leather, I use a 8:1 Woolite mixture. Dampen a towel and it will clean most interior surfaces quite well.

I dress interior vinyl with Poorboys Natural Look, and condition leather with Poorboys Leather Stuff. They Poorboys products are available online for about $15/bottle. These are by far my favorite interior poducts.

If I were choosing OTC products, I would probably use Armor-all low shine dressing for vinyl, and Lexol or Zymol conditioner for leather.

Alexandra242628 · 06-27-2006, 09:39 AM

Where do I get this microfiber cloth?

jay · 06-27-2006, 10:06 AM

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Originally posted by Alexandra242628
Where do I get this microfiber cloth?

Pep Boys, Auto Zone, Advance Auto Parts, Target, Wal-Mart.

humanoid · 06-27-2006, 11:35 AM

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Originally posted by Alexandra242628
Where do I get this microfiber cloth?

The ones sold in those major retailers are OK for cleaning your rims and wiping down your interior (sorry Jay). I get mine from http://pakshak.com, yes, they're very pricey, but they make excellent MF towels and accessories. Make sure you pick up the waffle weave ones. Meguiar's (http://www.meguiars.com/) also carries some premium MF and detailing supplie too.

jay · 06-27-2006, 11:46 AM

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The ones sold in those major retailers are OK for cleaning your rims and wiping down your interior (sorry Jay). I get mine from http://pakshak.com, yes, they're very pricey, but they make excellent MF towels and accessories. Make sure you pick up the waffle weave ones. Meguiar's (http://www.meguiars.com/) also carries some premium MF and detailing supplie too.

The Vroom brand that I get at Target are pretty good. The ones at Wal-Mart aren't so good. The other places, it depends on the brand. I'd rather pay more for a better quality MF towel, than put up with the crap from Costco that leaves yellow lint all over the place.

humanoid · 06-27-2006, 12:16 PM

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I'd rather pay more for a better quality MF towel, than put up with the crap from Costco that leaves yellow lint all over the place.

My sentiments exactly, Jay

787_Pilot · 06-27-2006, 12:21 PM

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Originally posted by Alexandra242628
I plan on doing a major cleaning this weekend and want to know what you use to make your car look its best.

I use 303 Aerospace Protectant on my dash and other plastic or vinyl surfaces on my interior as well as exterior. Highly recommended.

http://www.303products.com/tech/inde...Product_ID=428

787_Pilot

06-26-2006, 01:30 PM	#1 (permalink)
Alexandra242628 Super Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Posts: 771 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	What are your top products to clean your Pilot? The interior of my car is rather disgusting right now. 2 small children and 2 not-so-clean adults have put this car through hell. There is sticky stuff (mainly juice) in the cup holders, stains on the carpetts, sand that doesn't seem to make its way into the vacuum, etc. Just a mess. I plan on doing a major cleaning this weekend and want to know what you use to make your car look its best. __________________ 2007 BMW 328i (Black, of course) 2003 Nighthawk Black Pearl EX

06-26-2006, 04:25 PM	#4 (permalink)
Sportymonk Super Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Rocky Mount NC Posts: 2,413 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I try to start with the least invasive and potentially problem causing methods and work my way up. For the cup holders with sticky stuff (my teen and college kid - see no hope for many years) I start with a damp/moist microfiber cloth and a sponge. The sponge can soak up the juices. Then I use the microfiber on the dash, all door surfaces, console areas, etc to try and wipe it clean. Have only used Stoner's Invisible glass and its great so recommend the kit above (or maybe just buy what you actually need). For the carpet, you might want to try the dry powder Oxy Clean stuff. Remember on the next trip - No food or drink means no mess or need to stop. Ok so they cry, they will cry anyway. just kidding) Remember that most have had to affix a straw to their vacuum to get between the seats and the console. Take pictures as you go and let us know how it comes out. __________________ Eagles may soar, but foxes dont get sucked into jet engines. 2005 Steel Blue Metallic EX-L with iPod P.I.E. X3 interface (keeps the cd changer!!), LED lights in doors and overhead, tow package, cargo shield, crossbars (self installed), WWongs stuff, cargo liner, extended warranty. All but the tow pkg at great saving through our sponsor hondacuraworld. 17 - 24 MPG with mileage removed for both the best and the worst atypical mileages. 183,000 miles since June 29, 2005

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Alexandra242628 Super Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Posts: 771 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Where do I get this microfiber cloth? __________________ 2007 BMW 328i (Black, of course) 2003 Nighthawk Black Pearl EX

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06-26-2006, 02:12 PM	#3 (permalink)
ED27 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: MD Posts: 1,367 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I use a damp Microfiber cloth to clean interior hard surfaces (door panels, dashboard, console, etc.) I can usually get rid of most carpet stains with a damp microfiber cloth as well but for more stubborn stuff I'll use a carpet cleaner like Stoner one shown above. If you have leather seats, Lexol makes a good cleaner and conditioner (available in wipes). Also, the Catch-all carpet floor mats are great. Once they become soiled, just hose off the dirt and they'll look new again!

06-27-2006, 08:58 AM	#5 (permalink)
BJackson8 Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 17 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	For interior carpet I use a product called Folex, Spray the stains, scrub with a brush, then extract with a shop vac and warm water. For really dirty interior vinyl and leather, I use a 8:1 Woolite mixture. Dampen a towel and it will clean most interior surfaces quite well. I dress interior vinyl with Poorboys Natural Look, and condition leather with Poorboys Leather Stuff. They Poorboys products are available online for about $15/bottle. These are by far my favorite interior poducts. If I were choosing OTC products, I would probably use Armor-all low shine dressing for vinyl, and Lexol or Zymol conditioner for leather.

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