RaggTopp vs 303??

**TRex99** · 05-23-2012, 11:03 AM

We have a garage queen 2005 VW Beetle 1.8T convertible that my wife takes out only when the weather is perfect. Anyway, I want to clean and protect the fabric top, so I'm wondering which system is best -- RaggTopp or 303? Thanks!

**embolism** · 05-23-2012, 11:08 AM

I think Ragtopp is the way to go

isn't 303 AP for vinyl? They may have a convertible top product but I'm pretty sure it even says on the bottle not to use aerospace on convertible tops...

**FUNX650** · 05-23-2012, 05:42 PM

Bob

**TRex99** · 05-23-2012, 06:15 PM

Thanks for the input so far.
303 makes a fabric top cleaner and a fabric protectant. I read on another forum that 303 lasted longer than RaggTopp -- any first hand experiences?

**embolism** · 05-23-2012, 06:40 PM

I've only used Raggtopp the one time for my buddy's 911 cabrio last summer and it was still beading when he came over to do his spring detail

of course, that's not saying much since it has all of 3K on it. And it's an '07 haha

**swanicyouth** · 05-23-2012, 07:24 PM

RaggTopp is a great formula, but the aerosol makes a mess and is harder to control the application. I use the 303 for that reason. I pour the 303 Fabric Guard into a small glass and paint it on with a paint brush. No need to cover up anything or worry about it getting on windows or seals. Plus, you can apply it more evenly this way IMHO.

**ScottB** · 05-23-2012, 07:40 PM

both offer great results and have many fans ...

**shoeless89** · 05-23-2012, 09:26 PM

I've only used RaggTopp but I would buy it again.

**TRex99** · 05-23-2012, 10:10 PM

Originally Posted by swanicyouth

RaggTopp is a great formula, but the aerosol makes a mess and is harder to control the application. I use the 303 for that reason. I pour the 303 Fabric Guard into a small glass and paint it on with a paint brush. No need to cover up anything or worry about it getting on windows or seals. Plus, you can apply it more evenly this way IMHO.

Thanks! I'm leaning toward 303 for that very reason. I read somewhere that a paint roller is also a great way to apply it.

What did you use to clean the top?

**TonyK** · 05-23-2012, 11:22 PM

Originally Posted by TRex99

Thanks for the input so far.
303 makes a fabric top cleaner and a fabric protectant. I read on another forum that 303 lasted longer than RaggTopp -- any first hand experiences?

303 Aerospace for vinyl
303 Fabric protector for Fabric