FE-FC Holden Discussion Forum

Got Fc home today and had a good look over it.  It has been sitting dorment in a shed since cocky was an egg and needs a good clean.  The hoodlining is in good nick but needs a good clean.  I am wondering what to use to clean it as it is pretty delicate?  Any suggestions?  Also it has a bowman heater in it and it looks brand new.  I have not come across these before, can any one shed some light on it please?

Hi Tayz
Not to sure what you should use to clean your hood lining, but would not mind seeing a photo of the heater, as I am with you I have never seen a Bowman heater.

Cheers Jim

As soon as I stop working(got a bit on) I will take some pics of the car, especially the heater and post them on the site.  The old girl runs like a beauty apart from a few small hiccups

Wait until you get some replies as if you wet your headlining too much you could stuff it.Some of the Gurus out there will tell you what to do.
I have used "disol"with a small nail brush,did a small bit at a time,then towel dried it straight away,then did the same again with a wet rag to get the chemicals off then towel dried again.I just took my time and did a bit every night,but always let it dry and be careful of the stitching.Dont rub too hard as you can stretch the headlining.
Cheers Geoff

Thanks Geoff,
                      Will keep that in mind, sounds like a good job the missus can help me with!!  I still cant find any info on the Bowman heater(It still looks brand new)

Hi Tayz,

If the car has been sitting in a hot tin shed for a long time i wouldnt be using any chemical cleaners on the hoodling or any harsh rubbing.
I would just use some mild warm soapy water with soft sponge or rag doing a little patch at a time and wiping it with clean water as you go along.

My 2 cents worth ,Goood luck

Cheers Nunzio :)