Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Body, interior, paint, chrome, and cosmetic items => Topic started by: giordanofederico@hotmail. on June 20, 2025, 07:45:37

Title: Cleaning and polishing of external chrome and cleaning of upholstery (MB tex)
Post by: giordanofederico@hotmail. on June 20, 2025, 07:45:37

Hi, I am looking for products to clean and polish the external chrome ok my W113 230 SL (1964). I am also looking for products (detergent and brush) to clean the upholstery (MB tex), in particular the central part of my seats (basketweave part). Thanks

Title: Re: Cleaning and polishing of external chrome and cleaning of upholstery (MB tex)
Post by: Jonny B on June 20, 2025, 17:49:29

Some products for chrome - Happitch Simichrome (if you can get it - not sold in Cal, but you can get from the usual secondary sources), Never Dull, Flitz (good alternate to Simichrom, not quite as abrasive), are some of the ones I have used and keep going back to.
Upholster cleaner - Griots and Zymol are some that I have used with good results.

Title: Re: Cleaning and polishing of external chrome and cleaning of upholstery (MB tex)
Post by: mclewis on June 20, 2025, 23:59:02

I second the Griots recommendation for upholstery. I haven’t tackled chrome, yet.

Title: Re: Cleaning and polishing of external chrome and cleaning of upholstery (MB tex)
Post by: 66andBlue on June 21, 2025, 00:10:46

While the Happich product is not easily available in the USA you should have no problem getting it in Europe.
https://www.happich.de/en/products/simichrome-polish
Also try eBay.

Title: Re: Cleaning and polishing of external chrome and cleaning of upholstery (MB tex)
Post by: lreppond on June 21, 2025, 00:32:47

I have had excellent results using 303 multi surface cleaner followed up with their spray protectant on MBTex.  Using a detailing brush will help remove any dirt embedded in the textured crevices.  I had a truly filthy tool kit made of perforated MBTex that cleaned up like new. 

As for chrome I swear by Flitz.  It’s quite effective yet gentle.  I believe this is particularly important on older chrome.  I’d begin with a very light touch and gently increase pressure until you get the desired results.  The key here is to take your time and don’t be aggressive.