Author Topic: Soft top detailing (Read 7995 times)

Arabas · « **on:** April 09, 2011, 06:56:44 AM »

for the past 3 and a half years i have been taking real good care of the soft top coz i would hate to see it destroyed.
that's why i use the car cover, to avoid any dirt on it and of course cats sitting on it.

i wash it with water (no pressure, jst sprinkle it to get wet) whenever i wash the car and i wipe it off with a towel.

is there any other better method to wash it, so as to both clean it and protect it?

MomsSol · « **Reply #1 on:** April 09, 2011, 07:54:32 AM »

To protect the top from the Sun and UV damage I have been applying 303 Fabric protector for the past 5 years at least once a year, usually during the Spring detailing.

http://www.303products.com/shop303/index.cfm/category/66/303-high-tech-fabric-guard.cfm

Only once have I had to use the cleaning product due to something out of the ordinary getting on the top and it needing 'scrubbed'.

http://www.303products.com/shop303/index.cfm/category/70/303-tonneau-and-convertible-top-cleaner.cfm

GeeTeeOh! · « **Reply #2 on:** April 09, 2011, 07:55:57 AM »

I use this, as do many other members
http://www.amazon.com/303-Fabric-Convertible-Cleaner-Protector/dp/B000A8JNF0/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&s=automotive&qid=1302350110&sr=1-8

LOL okay, here is a kit with both

Arabas · « **Reply #3 on:** April 09, 2011, 08:44:08 AM »

thx for the tip guys and gals !

i will order one of these from ebay!!!

Gregory · « **Reply #4 on:** April 09, 2011, 08:45:18 AM »

Quote from: Arabas on April 09, 2011, 08:44:08 AM

thx for the tip guys and gals !

i will order one of these from ebay!!!

I think I want one of these too

Sly Bob · « **Reply #5 on:** April 09, 2011, 09:18:26 AM »

The manufacturer of our tops recommends Raggtopp. The stuff is great. Their are some that are in the 303 camp and others that are in the Raggtopp camp.

I would be in the Raggtopp camp.

http://www.eshine.ca/raggtopp_fabric_convertible_top_care_kit-2000.php?cat=18

Gregory · « **Reply #6 on:** April 09, 2011, 10:28:07 AM »

Quote from: Sly Bob on April 09, 2011, 09:18:26 AM

The manufacturer of our tops recommends Raggtopp. The stuff is great. Their are some that are in the 303 camp and others that are in the Raggtopp camp.

I would be in the Raggtopp camp.

http://www.eshine.ca/raggtopp_fabric_convertible_top_care_kit-2000.php?cat=18

Thanks BOB!

Brad Kenny · « **Reply #7 on:** April 09, 2011, 11:01:44 AM »

I live where we have all 4 seasons and park outside year round under pine trees. I use 303 protectant and have no complaints. It does just what it says it does. Thanks for the reminder, I am due for my annual application also!

Sly Bob · « **Reply #8 on:** April 09, 2011, 11:05:48 AM »

It's kindo' like asking what wax is best.

They're both good products. There may well be a product that is just as good that is more readily available in your market.

Check at a local marina and see what they have available.

SHiNY · « **Reply #9 on:** April 09, 2011, 11:08:10 AM »

Quote from: Sly Bob on April 09, 2011, 09:18:26 AM

The manufacturer of our tops recommends Raggtopp. The stuff is great. Their are some that are in the 303 camp and others that are in the Raggtopp camp.

I would be in the Raggtopp camp.

I purchased the Raggtopp, Reed purchased 303.

His car was at my house so we washed and treated them both on the same day. A few weeks later we took his mom to the airport (two kappas as she had one bag of luggage

). His was beading up like it was just treated, mine was soaked. I am forever sold on the 303.

Sorry we didn't get pictures but it was raining after all.

Arabas · « **Reply #10 on:** April 09, 2011, 11:42:25 AM »

CT Sol, you owe me $30 for the reminder !
Sly, i don't have good info on a good product in the market. i m sure that there are plenty here, i will take a look and if i don't see anything interesting i will just go with either one of these two.

valuable info, thx to all!

duckSol · « **Reply #11 on:** April 09, 2011, 12:11:51 PM »

Hey Arabus,

IMHO, Duck Tape and sitiky rollers are not good

MomsSol · « **Reply #12 on:** April 09, 2011, 12:20:46 PM »

I actually have used both products - Raggtop is good but a bit more expensive and as Karen said, it does not last quite as long. In my experience the 303 is less expensive, does not come as an aerosol, so get more product for less cost, and the application lasts longer by comparison. That is why I now use the 303 exclusively.

But, as Bob said - it is a matter of personal preference.

Critterman · « **Reply #13 on:** April 09, 2011, 04:06:52 PM »

303 here, it is available in every boat store, and there is one of those on every third corner

MARVIC 1 · « **Reply #14 on:** April 09, 2011, 07:13:29 PM »

I also have been using the 303 products and seems to be doing a wonderful job repelling water....

marlboromike · « **Reply #15 on:** April 09, 2011, 11:53:17 PM »

No one drives their SKY in the rain...is it possible?

Sly Bob · « **Reply #16 on:** April 10, 2011, 12:04:38 AM »

They must be talking about getting it wet with the hose...

NormSky · « **Reply #17 on:** April 10, 2011, 09:57:30 AM »

I use 303 and it's held up through snow, sleet, and salt/liquid salt. 303 can be thicker which may be why it works better.

MARVIC 1 · « **Reply #18 on:** April 10, 2011, 11:08:40 AM »

Quote from: marlboromike on April 09, 2011, 11:53:17 PM

No one drives their SKY in the rain...is it possible?

I got caught twice in the ran with my car here in Florida, you never know when it going to come down even if its for a few minutes....
Anyways, I have notice that 303 works well when the hose water hits the top. After the T-top is wet from over spray I lay a towel on top and let the towel absorb the water, I do not rub or move the towel - "Dry as a whistle"...

duckSol · « **Reply #19 on:** April 10, 2011, 04:08:15 PM »

Quote from: Sly Bob on April 10, 2011, 12:04:38 AM

They must be talking about getting it wet with the hose...

Got no clue here. I use hose to stake Tomato plants in the garden.

But, I do think a woman with good legs looks really good in wet hose

ChopTop · « **Reply #20 on:** April 11, 2011, 09:03:04 AM »

I just bought the Raggtopp convertible top care kit off Amazon. I ordered from TCP Global, it was $27.48 for the kit $6.99 for S&H, took about a week.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpI4UtrABE8

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