Convertible Tops

[chrismakk69]

What do you guys use / recommend to keep your ragtops clean / shining? I've used 303 cleaner but I'm not very impressed with it. Actually, I don't really know what to expect to see out of it, perhaps restore some of the color to a deeper black? Maybe it's just me but the color seems a bit faded, I'm not sure if there is a way to restore the color on it..

 

[MLC40]

The 303 cleaner is just that, a cleaner. I use the 303 protectant and think it works great.

What do you guys use / recommend to keep your ragtops clean / shining? I've used 303 cleaner but I'm not very impressed with it. Actually, I don't really know what to expect to see out of it, perhaps restore some of the color to a deeper black? Maybe it's just me but the color seems a bit faded, I'm not sure if there is a way to restore the color on it..

 

[chrismakk69]

Ever hear of the stuff from Raggtop? It's some sort of protectant for vinyl tops.

 

[JeremyH]

I clean the top just like the rest of the car and then use black magic protectant on my top to restore the vinyl color, works great and last about a week. You can get it at walmart.

http://www.blackmagicshine.com/pro-shine-protectant.php

 

[chrismakk69]

Good call. Thanks dude.

 

[one.wicked.stang]

DIRECTIONS:

1. Apply evenly with a soft cloth or spray onto dry surface.
2. Let penetrate.
3. Apply as needed to maintain shine and protection
4. Note: Do not apply to clear plastic, suede, or vinyl tops.

 

[AbdullaGT500]

The problem with those types of products is that if it rains, the product will run all over your car. For cleaning it, I have not found anything that works to get stains out from the previous owner, except for this:
http://www.adamspolishes.com/p-131-adams-leather-interior-cleaner.aspx
Combined with this soft brush:
http://www.adamspolishes.com/p-420-adams-leather-interior-cleaning-brush.aspx

The top looks like new after cleaning it one time.