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Old Jul 22, 2007 | 09:42 PM
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What does everybody use to maintain your Vert tops?
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Old Jul 22, 2007 | 10:07 PM
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I just waterproofed mine with 303 vert top waterproofing just today!!!!
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Old Jul 22, 2007 | 10:09 PM
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Never heard of it, is that something that can be purchased at most auto supplies?
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Old Jul 22, 2007 | 11:56 PM
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Haartz, the manufacturer of your soft top material, recommends using Raggtopp cleaner and protectant. It's very popular in here, and it's what I use. I think it's done a fantastic job to prevent wetting staining of the top.

Some pics for you if interested: http://www.bugmanweb.com - click on "raggtopp"
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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 04:23 AM
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Important note when applying fabric top products-
Allow the fabric to dry for as long as possible (preferably 24-hours) before using the protectant. An hour or two isn’t long enough, it may feel dry but that’s only the uppermost surface layer (using a protectant on a damp fabric will ‘seal in’ the moisture and encourage the formation of mildew)
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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 08:04 AM
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Another vote for raggtopp, and don't forget the weatherstripping. Once/year I use dielectric lube on all the weatherstripping.
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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 01:14 PM
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Thanks for the info. I'll hunt down some raggtop.
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Old Jul 24, 2007 | 07:40 AM
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Originally Posted by robertp
Thanks for the info. I'll hunt down some raggtop.
i have tryed ragtop on both of our verts and frankly...im not impressed...
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I've not tried the Raggtopp, but I have tried the 303 High Tech Fabric Guard, and I liked it.
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Old Jul 25, 2007 | 12:27 PM
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I use Ragg Top.
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