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Clean Dust From Instrument Panel Without Scratching

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by charles.headlee, May 26, 2019.

  1. May 26, 2019 at 4:37 AM
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    charles.headlee

    charles.headlee [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Gently cover the clear acrylic with masking tape then peel away. The tape will take the dust with it.IMG_20190526_073258.jpg
     
  2. May 26, 2019 at 4:56 AM
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    Tullie D

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    But, but, but..... doesn't it need to be special TRD masking tape? :anonymous:

    I have always used windex and paper towels. The instrument panel gets cleaned every time I clean the inside of the windows. It's worked just fine for every vehicle I've ever owned, and I've never had a scrached screen. :popcorn:
     
  3. May 26, 2019 at 4:59 AM
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    BlueFalconActual

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    Someone really needs to make a film that’s made out of the same stuff as cell phone screen protectors to fit this thing. It’s one one the only parts of my truck that I hate.
     
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  4. May 26, 2019 at 5:13 AM
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    Itchyfeet

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    Is it Friday yet? I just use compressed air
     
  5. May 26, 2019 at 5:15 AM
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    DrFunker

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    Do you have tinted windows by chance?
    Try this stuff:
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    and some microfiber towels.
     
  6. May 26, 2019 at 5:28 AM
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    Kevin Jones

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    Blow dust away with the below, works great!!!!

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  7. May 26, 2019 at 5:44 AM
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    THE_KiRRAx

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    I just do a quick swipe when I'm detailing interior, use Meguiars interior wipes, then I just wipe dry (remove any streaks) with a clean terrycloth or something. Looks crystal clear!

    Says it's safe on plastics and everything (except suede).
     
  8. May 26, 2019 at 5:46 AM
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    CTtoNoVa

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    I have so many nasty sneeze particles and dust on there, but I’ve been putting off cleaning it because I didn’t want to scratch it
     
  9. May 26, 2019 at 6:30 AM
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    shakerhood

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    I use the mini Swiffer duster, doesn't scratch that fragile plastic.
     
  10. May 26, 2019 at 6:35 AM
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    hyper15125

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    I was just gonna post the same thing, pisses the wife off lol.CE9FC959-14CE-45A0-8626-DAF1AA85A886.jpg
     
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    That one old guy

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    Invisible Glass on a micro-fiber, done. NEVER wipe on a dry dash lens!
     
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    STrooper

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  13. May 26, 2019 at 7:37 AM
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    hiPSI

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    Lol it will scratch this one. A barely damp microfiber is the way to go. No paper!
     
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  14. May 26, 2019 at 10:50 AM
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    I use the cleaning cloth that came with my eye glasses and a few drops of plain water. No issues.
     
  15. May 26, 2019 at 11:05 AM
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    ZachPrerunner

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    Maybe I’m just careless, but I’ve never masked off my instrument panel with tape before detailing. Microfiber towels with glass cleaner has always done the trick without damage. I’m assuming you don’t haul anything for fear of the bed being scratched. :D
     
  16. May 26, 2019 at 11:07 AM
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    CTtoNoVa

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    No, but if you’re careless it can really get scratched and it’s an eye sore
     
  17. May 26, 2019 at 11:08 AM
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    LivinLoud

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    I mean… it’s a Ford, you don’t care
    That’s the only glass cleaner I will use!
     
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  18. May 26, 2019 at 11:34 AM
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    DrFunker

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    :fistbump:Same.
     
  19. May 26, 2019 at 12:01 PM
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    mgmdclb

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    You can eat off anything inside my entire truck except that damn instrument panel, also my Trip hole dust is starting to accumulate.

    :annoyed:
     
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  20. May 26, 2019 at 12:30 PM
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    Bubba503

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    That dial hole drives me insane. These fuckers scratch so easy!
     

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