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Cleaning a convertible top on a 1950's canvas top.
This top is pretty flimsy and seems very delicate. Any suggestions on what product to clean and put a protection on it? I was thinking like acid wheel cleaner and wolfgang fuzion? Ok I'm using my defense mechanisms because I'm mad the cards played like 4th graders the past 3 games lol
But seriously what should I use. I have seen 303 protectant bead water like a nice wax. Thinking about buying some.
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Re: Cleaning a convertible top on a 1950's canvas top.
Anyone?
This is on a 50's porche.
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I've heard (but have not seen cuz I haven't used it) that 303 can rinse out and run down your paint.
I have a vinyl top on my Jeep and I use Raggtopp cleaner and protectant (two different products). I can't say enough good things about the pair. The cleaner cleans very well (you should see the crud that comes off) and thats actually the same product for fabric AND vinyl. The protectant darkens the finish and gives it a "wet" look that lasts about as long as it says it will on the bottle (3-5 weeks, but it doesn't seem to get patchy or anything). It also seems to keep dirt from setting in (again, this is vinyl, not fabric protectant). In any case they make a great product.
That being said, I have NOT used the fabric protectant as I have only ever had the vinyl top.. I should also point out that I am not a huge fan of their plastic window kit but I have not played with it enough to go into why or to criticize it properly yet.
"If it ain't a stick, it ain't a Wrangler."
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...sorry, should point out I live in New England, the car is a daily driver and I do NOT have a garage. Saying it lasts 3-5 in my conditions is about a 6 month equivalent for a garaged car lol
"If it ain't a stick, it ain't a Wrangler."
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Re: Cleaning a convertible top on a 1950's canvas top.
How should I clean this...cleaning it is my main concern.
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http://www.autogeekmobile.net/rafacl.html
Follow the link to the cleaner and product info. There is a link for a horsehair brush on the store site that Raggtopp also sells. The brush is key - soft enough to avoid damaging the fabric, strong enough to get a good foam going.
Follow the directions on the bottle. Plan on washing it twice the first time - it took a little practice to get the foam up; it only foams a little, but it does foam.
"If it ain't a stick, it ain't a Wrangler."
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Re: Cleaning a convertible top on a 1950's canvas top.
Would a light APC work? I'm leaving town wed and may not have time to order anything off line.
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Re: Cleaning a convertible top on a 1950's canvas top.
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Re: Cleaning a convertible top on a 1950's canvas top.
Originally Posted by ShineTimeDetail
Would a light APC work? I'm leaving town wed and may not have time to order anything off line.
Sure. Also Woolite.
Be sure that top is bone dry before applying the protectant.
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