Chick-FIl-A

Hi, i'm new to this forum and i will be receiving my 98 4 runner from my mom when i get my license next week. It's just a normal 2 wheel drive and gold package, but i had a few question upon how to clean it up (i know that sounds so newbie). I heard that armor-all isn't good for the dashboard or the leather seats, so what should i use or should i use armor-all? what's a good cleaning solution for the body, tires, rims, ect. Thanks, it's greatly appreciated.

__________________
Chick Fil A is yummy.

Beto 0209

That´s simple, Wax once a month. Take good care of the leather because it get damaged very quicly, buy a leather conditioner and aply at least once a month, cleanit first, with any product that is made for leather. Sory for my english im not from the U.S.

Tomsriv

Wow you get a 98 4runner for your first car? Dam. Wax it every 3-6 months. Make sure you apply the wax in the shade. Their are lots of good interior cleaners but you are right about Armor-all. It is petrolium based. Look for water based interior conditioners.

RandomYoshi

2wd 4runner sounds werid.

Brian R.

California, I bet

RandomYoshi

haahha

Dallas4Runner

Just make sure you don't use the polishes(silicone based) since they accelerate paint breakdown. The good old carnuba wax is the softest and most beautifying of all. I know elbow grease may be required, but always remember: "A little goes a long way" - so don't pile it on - just a thin coat.

Turtle wax makes one of the most effective yet reasonably priced interior/leather conditioners and boy it doesn't take much of that either to do your whole 4Runner. So for about 10-15 bucks........you're good to go.

Also, don't forget tire conditioner:
The best I've ever used is: Maguire's Adjustable Spray tire shine spray.... It's absolutely stunning.

Good luck on your 1st car.

Mine was a '72 Dodge Coronet :-)