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Old 04-07-2018, 12:34 AM
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Just wanted to know what all y'all convertible guys and gals are using to clean & preserve your tops?
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Old 04-07-2018, 06:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Dixie Sasquatch
Just wanted to know what all y'all convertible guys and gals are using to clean & preserve your tops?
Raggtop has a great product. Comes in both cloth and vinyl top applications. I use cloth for my 02 vert and vinyl for sons stang. 1st step spray on and wipe clean. Next spray on protectant. Keeps it looking sharp!!

Give it a try

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I use 303 instead of Raggtopp. I like it better. I do cover the paint with a
plastic drop cloth before I treat it.
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Raggtop was always at the top of my list, when cleaning my top on my last Corvette.
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Just wanted to know what all y'all convertible top owners
are using to clean & preserve your tops?
Me Too...
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I just cleaned my top with this product. Suppose to clean and protect. Did a great job cleaning. I will get back to you on the protection.
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I use simple green.
Always have, and always will.
It does a fantastic job on those black stains these convertibles are known for.
After cleaning, the top looks like new.

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Do you treat it after washing to get the water to bead up? 303 Top treatment really works good for that. The Jury is out on the Surf City.
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Convertible Top Care Kit, Cleaner, Protectant and Accessorie
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I use 303 Fabric Guard. 4-6 ounces treats the entire top. Apply once a year - have been pleased with the results.
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Originally Posted by calguy

I use simple green.
Always have, and always will.
It does a fantastic job on those black stains these convertibles are known for.
After cleaning, the top looks like new.

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Simple Green, would have never thought of that, I've got about a gallon in the garage, thanks for the info. I'll treat with Simple Green first and then 303 to protect!
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Simple Green, would have never thought of that, I've got about a gallon in the garage, thanks for the info. I'll treat with Simple Green first and then 303 to protect!
I put about a gallon of hot water in a pail, and add one cup of simple green.
I use a big sponge to scrub the top.
On the black stains I let the solution soak for a few minutes before scrubbing them.

Be sure to rinse well.

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Originally Posted by calguy
I put about a gallon of hot water in a pail, and add one cup of simple green.
I use a big sponge to scrub the top.
On the black stains I let the solution soak for a few minutes before scrubbing them.

Be sure to rinse well.

Bob.
i will try this i have those black spots too.....any body ever use the OXICLEAN product? to remove the black spots?
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Be careful. Only use a soft horsehair brush to lightly scrub or you can chafe and fray the threads. Using a protectant like 303 helps water to bead avoiding many stains in the first place and makes it easier to clean.
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Originally Posted by JR-01
Be careful. Only use a soft horsehair brush to lightly scrub or you can chafe and fray the threads. Using a protectant like 303 helps water to bead avoiding many stains in the first place and makes it easier to clean.

This is what I use to clean the top.
I don't like the idea of using any kind of brush, because it may damage
the fibers of the top, especially the seams.


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I bought a horse hair brush for this I am just waiting it go get warmer to try it.
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Originally Posted by JR-01

I use 303 instead of Raggtopp. I like it better. I do cover the paint with a
plastic drop cloth before I treat it.
thank you for that Pearl of Wisdom.

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I use what I used to use on my old CJ5 soft top - Tide laundry detergent mixed with water. It removed the stains from dirt and mud. That makes a great cleaner for plastic as well. I used to spray down my dirt bike after a day at the track with the Tide solution and hose it off and it would take all the crud off.
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