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Old 07-12-2006, 02:20 PM
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I would like to clean my white convertible top on my '66. Any good tips ?
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I use Bleach White by Westley's for my white top. Just don't let it sit on your paint too long if the top is on the car when you clean it. Use lots of water and lather it up with a sponge. Good luck.
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If the top is not very dirty, a damp micro-fiber towel works reall well for me.
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I just bought and tried a new product called RAGG TOPP cleaner. It's distributed by Hirsch Automotive products at www.hirschauto.com. It worked great! Easy on and off and very effective. It's recommended by Haartz, the leading manufacturer of cloth and vinyl tops. Regards, Marv
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I had several white top convertables during the 60's and what I used was Comet, water and a stiff brush. It seemed if I did this in the sunlight I had better results. As previosly stated, keep the painted area wet and flush well. I have also used Westley's but found Comet worked just as good but cheaper.
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Originally Posted by capevettes
I use Bleach White by Westley's for my white top. Just don't let it sit on your paint too long if the top is on the car when you clean it. Use lots of water and lather it up with a sponge. Good luck.

It works real good on white tops.

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