I have removed my original windshield from my 1970 z so as to put in a less scratched and pitted one for an upcoming event. While I have my windshield out I wondered if there was any preventative maintenance I could do on the dash to prevent cracking, it is original and uncracked at this time. 

Thanks

Chris

Edited February 28, 20197 yr by Boomguy
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The best thing you can do is keep it out of the sun, even when driving I leave one of those dash toupees on it to keep the sun off and only take it off for shows.

I agree! One reason this dash has survived is that it has had a dash-topper on it for the last 25 years!

Chris

I totally agree with grannyknot . In addition---

Opinions will differ, but I wipe my dashes down with Mothers Protectant often.

It keeps them clean, has a UV inhibitor and is not shiny or greasy and smells really good too! 

I have been using 303 Protectant for awhile now with good results.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000BYMNQ/

Edited February 28, 20197 yr by Boomguy
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8 hours ago, Zup said:

Opinions will differ, but I wipe my dashes down with Mothers Protectant often.

Some guys swear by Vasoline,  I tried it once and the dash looked amazing, not shiny but a warm healthy glow.  You rub in the the thinnest layer that that you can then with a clean cotton cloth try and remove as much as possible.  Just not sure about the chemistry.

Johnson & Johnson Baby Oil. Let sit for a day or two. Add more to the spots that aren't shiny. Wipe off. Coming up on 47 years.