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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 03:25 PM
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Afternoon all,

I know I have read somewhere in these forum about convertable top care but I dont remember where it was any way hopefully someone can give me some advice with cleaning what cleaner / protector do you use? i heard it called "rag top" cleaner Is that the true name ? what should I be looking for? (my top is black )

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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 03:38 PM
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There's a section on the forum that is dedicated to discussions about car care products.

Here's a link to it: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/car-care-discussion-10/
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Haartz (Convertable top mfg) recommends Raggtop. I really like the way it worked.
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Old Jan 10, 2012 | 06:37 PM
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I use Raggtop's cleaner and preservative on my vert-top is almost 8 years old now and good as new.
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Old Jan 11, 2012 | 12:38 AM
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Thanks for all the response

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Microfiber cloth and detail spray
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Originally Posted by johninar
Haartz (Convertable top mfg) recommends Raggtop. I really like the way it worked.
Used Raggtop on my vert, worked great! In the box there is a cleaner and a top treatment. Recommend...

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303 top cleaner and protectant kit.
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Originally Posted by smithd7
303 top cleaner and protectant kit.
This stuff works great. Purchase at RV shop. Apply the protectant about every six months.
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