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Old 04-19-2010 | 11:48 PM
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That is the question! Spring is here, time for some major detailing! Question is, how many of you condition your leather and how has it been since you're been doing it?

I'm starting to hear both sides of the coin about this topic. One says conditioning will turn your leather hard and vinyl like, while the other says it will become that way if you do not condition.

Any real life testimonials?

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http://www.amazon.com/Lexol-1013-Leather-Conditioner-Liter/dp/B000637TNM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=automotive&qid=1271746101&sr=8-1 http://www.amazon.com/Lexol-1013-Leather-Conditioner-Liter/dp/B000637TNM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=automotive&qid=1271746101&sr=8-1
Old 04-20-2010 | 12:35 AM
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I like leather cpr. Used to have it al walmart. no longer available. http://www.leathercpr.com/leather-ca...4f5b56ea759e85
Old 04-20-2010 | 12:47 AM
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I do this twice a year - spring and fall. Works like a charm! The leather stays soft and nice - and clean
Old 04-20-2010 | 05:20 AM
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Originally Posted by neoe60
That is the question! Spring is here, time for some major detailing! Question is, how many of you condition your leather and how has it been since you're been doing it?

I'm starting to hear both sides of the coin about this topic. One says conditioning will turn your leather hard and vinyl like, while the other says it will become that way if you do not condition.

Any real life testimonials?

I plan to use: http://www.amazon.com/Lexol-1013-Lea...1746101&sr=8-1
i do mine once a month and it feels soft and looks as new as the day I took delivery of the car. You can't go wrong with it.
Old 04-20-2010 | 05:40 AM
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I can't stand the smell of leather conditioner. Did it once and took me a month get rid of smell on my clothers, in car.
Old 04-20-2010 | 06:27 AM
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So, from what I'm gathering, conditioning is what KEEPS the leather soft and keeps it from getting shiny, tough and vinyl like.

Good to know. I'll do this Sat. Thanks guys!
Old 04-20-2010 | 07:42 AM
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Definitely condition leather at leat twice a year.
First clean it with a leather cleaner and then condition with a non-silicone based leather conditioner.
My car seats are as clean, soft and matt as the day i got the car.

AUTOGLYM products all the way.
Old 04-20-2010 | 10:14 AM
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I use leatherique on my car and it works great, its amazing how much dirt and grime it gets out that you don't even notice is there.
Old 04-20-2010 | 02:14 PM
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If you don't condition your leather at least twice a year it will crack overtime (any leather). Just do it twice a year and when you wash regularly use a wet chamy or chamois and wipe the dust! I've been doing this for years with my BMWs and others and new problems, the leather looks like new...


Originally Posted by neoe60
That is the question! Spring is here, time for some major detailing! Question is, how many of you condition your leather and how has it been since you're been doing it?

I'm starting to hear both sides of the coin about this topic. One says conditioning will turn your leather hard and vinyl like, while the other says it will become that way if you do not condition.

Any real life testimonials?

I plan to use: http://www.amazon.com/Lexol-1013-Lea...1746101&sr=8-1
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