Tdub Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 I know, I know, this has been discussed many times but I need a new perspective. So much knowledge on this forum so it is time to tap into it. Getting the 2004 196 out of storage soon. What have you guys found out to be the best cleaner and sealer for the seats? Mine have become a tad dull over the years. Need some thoughts for the new season from the folks who in the know. Cheers. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller swc5150 Posted March 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2018 Babes and 303 are my choice. Been using Babe's exclusively so far on the new boat, and it works great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller fu_man Posted March 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2018 I have used Boat Bling products in the past with great results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bigskieridaho Posted March 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2018 I use 303 and Vinyl Sauce on my seats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikegile Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 +1 for 303 and Babes. The seat soap smells cool too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dchristman Posted March 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2018 Ed Llewellyn always used Lemon Pledge on his vinyl. It sure made the ride more interesting for passengers in the turns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LeonL Posted March 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2018 How about cleaning the stitching on a 196? Don't want use anything that will deteriorate them, but they're no longer white. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller keithh2oskier Posted March 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2018 Depends how dirty they are. I have used watered down (10:1) Totally Awesome (TA) for deep cleaning when I got my boat. It was in a barn with a cover but there was a really thick layer of dust from not being used. Attached photo was the day I brought it home. This is the after cleaning. I used an upholstery brush to make it easy and really scrub it clean. After I sprayed with TA and scrubbed I immediately used clean water to get the TA off the seats as its caustic and will dry out the vinyl. I then followed up with 303 to keep it soft and protect. After that I have used Vinyl sauce for cleaning after every use along with 303. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller SkierAtHeart Posted March 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2018 Inflatable Boat Cleaner to get the grime and 303 to protect. I have used the Totally Awesome as well. I think the Inflatable Boat Cleaner actually works better. He is a link to Inflatable Boat Cleaner. http://cascaderivergear.com/shop/inflatable-boat-cleaner-qt/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller pgmoore Posted March 23, 2018 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2018 My favourite is 3M Marine Outdoor Vinyl Cleaner, Conditioner & Protector. I really like how it goes on thick and doesn't run all over the place. The finish is great, it doesn't discolour anything, and I feel like it has done a great job protecting the upholstery in our boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tdub Posted March 26, 2018 Author Share Posted March 26, 2018 Thanks to all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixball Posted March 26, 2018 Share Posted March 26, 2018 I have been using 303 for many many years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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