303 is greasy and hazes the windshield?

[JHZR2]

Am I doing something wrong? when I use 303 protectant, it makes the dash kind of greasy for a while (more prone to hold dust), and as it evaporates, tends to leave a haze on the inner glass of my car.

I have to say that it isnt as greasy, or greasy in the sense of armor-all or similar products, but it is noticable.

Am I just plain putting too much on?

Thanks,

JMH

 

[GSV]

I have not seen a haze coming from 303.

I find I use a lot less 303 than Armor-All or similar stuff. Spray a towel and put it on.

 

[427Z06]

I thought it demonstrated more class if your simulated leather plastic dash didn't shine like your great aunt's plastic covered couch?

 

[smith45]

I have been using 303 on my cars for some time and have not exp. what you are describing. Do you have a Honda perhaps?

 

[obbop]

Use sparingly then wipe until dry.

 

[mikep]

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Originally posted by obbop:
Use sparingly then wipe until dry.

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Ditto. Wait a few minutes after you apply 303 then use a separate lint free cloth and buff it completely dry. This is even more important if used on exterior trim/mouldings to prevent or minimize run off onto body panels when it rains.

 

[Lost Pup]

I have used 303 for a few years without this problem occuring. I use a 3 " foam paint brush to apply and spread it. Cuts down on overspray quite a bit. I let it sit a bit then buff it with a microfiber cloth.

 

[VaderSS]

I've not used any vinyl protectants at all in my Impala, and it still hazes the windows. Might be the leather conditioner though...

 

[XS650]

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Originally posted by VaderSS:
I've not used any vinyl protectants at all in my Impala, and it still hazes the windows. Might be the leather conditioner though...

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I had a 1969 Datsun 510 that hazed the windows for many years. If I left the windows cracked just a bit, it pretty much eliminated the haze. Like a 1/4 inch gap.

 

[mikep]

FWIW..the hazing is not caused by the 303 or leather conditioner or anything other than a normal "outgasing" of the interior vinyl surfaces. This is very common and will be most noticeable in a new vehicle even with no protectants or dressings applied to any interior surfaces. It can continue for many years.

It will be noticeably better during the winter as heat seems to make it worse which would explain why XS650 saw an improvement when leaving the windows cracked a bit. Not only did it cool things down just a tad but it also provided a vent for the outgasing to escape.

 

[Primus]

The same happens when smoking or there is no an air filter for inside compartment.