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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 02:31 AM
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I've always had coupes up until today and I bought a new vert, black top - I was wondering if there are any special cleaning tips or dressings that will keep it looking new. It's always garaged. Thanks for any advice
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 02:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Monterey Ace
I've always had coupes up until today and I bought a new vert, black top - I was wondering if there are any special cleaning tips or dressings that will keep it looking new. It's always garaged. Thanks for any advice
Google "raggtopp" - should get you everything you need.
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 02:52 AM
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RaggTopp

Try a Forum Search, lots of threads on this topic.

Congrats on the new car.
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another plug for Raggtopp


There is some good general info on bugman's website

www.bugmanweb.com
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 08:41 AM
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Raggtop - nothing else to worry about
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 08:49 AM
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Raggtopp.
After cleaning make sure it is 100% dry! Wait at least over night to dry.
Drape off car with sheet to avoid over spray of protectant.
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 10:17 AM
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Ragtopp and 303 Protectant both offer a great two step system to keep tops new and extremely water resistant. Watch the video's as quite easy to do at home. One small hint, make sure roof is completely dry before using the protectant for best outcome. (two light coats work better than one also).

http://www.autogeek.net/contopcleanp.html
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One one of those sticky roller lint removers works great to take off any fuzz that gets on the top. I keep one in one of the cubbies in the trunk.
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In addition to lint roller....vaccuum often.
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Hey guys - thanks for all the help, I knew I could count on you
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by drich2905
another plug for Raggtopp


There is some good general info on bugman's website

www.bugmanweb.com
Scott has pics etc of his top after Raggtopp, with water etc...check out his site.
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I used to be a Ragg Top guy. The Aerospace 303 is easier to use, cheaper and lasts longer. IMO

Jeff
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Originally Posted by Justasheet
I used to be a Ragg Top guy. The Aerospace 303 is easier to use, cheaper and lasts longer. IMO

Jeff
303 Fabric Guard!
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Originally Posted by weathermaker
303 Fabric Guard!
Thanks, looks like it's easier to find too. My local "Eastern Mountain Sports" store carries it in stock...
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303 Fabric protectant. You cannot beat any 303 product
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Another one for Raggtop!
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