De-shine steering wheel?

[bodega_bladerunner]

Originally Posted by 9M71

it was either this thread or another recent one, linking a m3 YouTuber who advised using a magic eraser. while it may work, you're effectively taking off a layer of the leather which will make the entire wheel downgrade quicker over time.

the advice is always to start with the least abrasive method to most abrasive for cleaning, whether it's tackling swirls or cleaning up the leather. magic erasers are one of the most abrasive and while it may look OK at first, I would keep a close eye on it. just speaking from experience.

thanks for this, I just searched and found a couple of threads on it. Of course I got this tip from Tommy L Garage's youtube. I'm glad I didn't attempt it.

[rjd598]

Originally Posted by 9M71

not this again

Magic eraser and CG products are the death of these "detailing forums".

[9M71]

Originally Posted by rjd598

Magic eraser and CG products are the death of these "detailing forums".

hahaha. I love Magic erasers... for the home! and even then, don't go HAM with it.

CG - as much as their products aren't on par with other brands and as wild as their marketing department may be (which, just meant they did their job well), I got to give it to them that they're the reason why many of us got into detailing in the first place, although most have probably moved onto better products. So yeah, personally I wouldn't buy any more of their products, but definitely ignited the interest for many.

[rjd598]

Originally Posted by 9M71

hahaha. I love Magic erasers... for the home! and even then, don't go HAM with it.

CG - as much as their products aren't on par with other brands and as wild as their marketing department may be (which, just meant they did their job well), I got to give it to them that they're the reason why many of us got into detailing in the first place, although most have probably moved onto better products. So yeah, personally I wouldn't buy any more of their products, but definitely ignited the interest for many.

Accurate and agreed. Their marketing while deceiving is also very well executed.

[Isj]

what is wrong with CG? don't people need 15 different car soaps???

[jonf49]

Originally Posted by audioMeth

leatherique is the best leather conditioner and cleaner hands down. i have tried many, none come close.

Even on the steering wheel. Have heard it can make the steering wheel leather glossy. Anyone able to chime in?

[jonf49]

Originally Posted by bodega_bladerunner

I just had my windows tinted and the installer got a bit of the glue juice or whatever on my door handle.
When I got home, I gave this meguiars stuff a try that I've had sitting around for a few years dating back to my 135i days.

I tried a bit on the door handle where the glue and handprint was and then I tried a small portion of my shiny steering wheel for kicks and giggles.

It cleaned up the glue nicely and completely removed the unappealing shine from the steering wheel to dry to a nice matte finish. I was impressed for how little effort I used.

Great stuff for the vinyl and plastic panels … I still noticed a slight shine on the steering wheel when this was applied. Tried my best to remove it with a damp microfiber cloth. I think the most impressive video I saw was of one guy applying colourlock with a horsehair brush.. and it went right back to a matte finish. Still, I wonder if leatherique can achieve the same thing… if it needs the brush, etc

[jonf49]

Originally Posted by Sam!

Leatherique worked really well on mine.

Did you apply the leatherique with a brush? How did you go about it? Looks like it might have removed some of the dye, no?

[audioMeth]

Originally Posted by jonf49

Even on the steering wheel. Have heard it can make the steering wheel leather glossy. Anyone able to chime in?

i have alcantara wheel but have never had anything but a matte finish after using.

[darrvao777]

I like P&S Interior Cleaner diluted 1:1

I spray heavily on a microfiber towel and try to agitate the wheel with the towel as gently as possible

Sometimes this takes multiple sprays / passes

[jonf49]

Originally Posted by bodega_bladerunner

I just had my windows tinted and the installer got a bit of the glue juice or whatever on my door handle.
When I got home, I gave this meguiars stuff a try that I've had sitting around for a few years dating back to my 135i days.

I tried a bit on the door handle where the glue and handprint was and then I tried a small portion of my shiny steering wheel for kicks and giggles.

It cleaned up the glue nicely and completely removed the unappealing shine from the steering wheel to dry to a nice matte finish. I was impressed for how little effort I used.

I actually have this stuff. I felt it left a bit of a shine. But my steering wheel like new so I really want to preserve that matte finish.

I do really like the Quik Interior Detailer for the dash and other vinyl / plastic pieces… it seems to repel dust quite well… either that or because I never drive with the windows down, haha.

[Conissah]

Another one for leatherique

[NickyC]

Warm water and a microfiber towel, that's it and that's all. No chemicals or anything else should be used.

[Conissah]

Originally Posted by NickyC

Warm water and a microfiber towel, that's it and that's all. No chemicals or anything else should be used.

I bought my F80 with relatively low miles, but the steering wheel was EXTREMELY shiny. Soap didnt work, warm water didnt work, normal cleaners didnt work, leatherique sitting in the sun took it from gloss black back to the soft supple matte leather. It's amazing. That shiny wheel has been an eye sore for me, I've been "self-concious" about if you will. Absolutely hated it. Now it's back to stock look and feel, I'm a happy camper.

Click that play button and watch the before and after (Should be at 19:32, timestamp copy didnt work). Stuff works miracles.

[Sassicaia]

Throw out all the car detailing products.

Apply your wifes makeup remover and remove with a warm microfiber cloth. Before you worry if it's safe remember she uses it on her face.

I personally use The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser. The best leather cleaner ever frankly.

Its more a facial cleanser. Its a great place to start if you already have one in yoru drawer.

[jonf49]

Originally Posted by Sassicaia

Throw out all the car detailing products.

Apply your wifes makeup remover and remove with a warm microfiber cloth. Before you worry if it's safe remember she uses it on her face.

I personally use The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser. The best leather cleaner ever frankly.

Its more a facial cleanser. Its a great place to start if you already have one in yoru drawer.

Yeah, but these often have alcohol in them, which I think can dry out the steering wheels leather.

[jonf49]

Originally Posted by bodega_bladerunner

I just had my windows tinted and the installer got a bit of the glue juice or whatever on my door handle.
When I got home, I gave this meguiars stuff a try that I've had sitting around for a few years dating back to my 135i days.

I tried a bit on the door handle where the glue and handprint was and then I tried a small portion of my shiny steering wheel for kicks and giggles.

It cleaned up the glue nicely and completely removed the unappealing shine from the steering wheel to dry to a nice matte finish. I was impressed for how little effort I used.

Have you used the Quick Interior detailer long term (how many miles) on the steering wheel. Some say use it, some say just use it for the plastic and vinyl. Curious to know if it stands the test of time and doesn’t eventually wear out the wheels leather.

[Sassicaia]

Originally Posted by jonf49

Yeah, but these often have alcohol in them, which I think can dry out the steering wheels leather.

The one I use:

Ingredients
Squalane, Aqua (Water), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin, Sucrose Stearate, Ethyl Macadamiate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Sucrose Laurate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Isoceteth-20, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopherol, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Malic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin.

[jonf49]

Originally Posted by JSal335is

First +80 degree weather here in Chicago for the year and with MDW was able to get some drive time. However, I noticed my OEM steering wheel was starting to display some increasing shine and that undesireable sticky feeling. I was able to dig up some updated research and was thinking about utilizing the Colourlock products. Anyone on here try it out?

Here's a link:

+1 on Colourlock… did a great job making the steering wheel like new.

[cft0]

Originally Posted by Sam!

Leatherique worked really well on mine.

Which leatherique product exaclty?

[jonf49]

Colourlock works great

[cft0]

Originally Posted by Conissah

I bought my F80 with relatively low miles, but the steering wheel was EXTREMELY shiny. Soap didnt work, warm water didnt work, normal cleaners didnt work, leatherique sitting in the sun took it from gloss black back to the soft supple matte leather. It's amazing. That shiny wheel has been an eye sore for me, I've been "self-concious" about if you will. Absolutely hated it. Now it's back to stock look and feel, I'm a happy camper.

Click that play button and watch the before and after (Should be at 19:32, timestamp copy didnt work). Stuff works miracles.

DO u have a before and after pic? if not just an after pic