Cloth convertible top

[buck91]

So two closely related questions. 1. For cleaning a cloth convertible top, what is your favorite product? I have found 303, RaggTopp and Meguiars (among others) offer dedicated products and I personally trust all three names, so will likely use which ever I can get a better deal on. 2. For protecting cloth convertible top. Seems the two big names are RaggTopp and 303 Fabric Guard. I have used the raggtopp on vinyl tops, works well but needs done at least twice a year. I have used the 303 fabric guard extensively for everything from packs, panniers, hats, jackets, etc and have been very happy with it. Not a perfect product that will absolutely waterproof anything but seems to work very well. This is my go-to product which I plan to use on the top unless somebody convinces me otherwise. No idea how well it will hold up in this application though.

 

[razel]

Using regular 303. You don't need much. You must accept the fact though that cloth convertible tops are wear items just like brakes. You will eventually need to replace it. I did after 13 long years in my garaged, 303 protected, weekend ride.

 

[HTSS_TR]

Yes, regular 303 is good for almost every soft top. I use it on my 2004 S2000 top once a year. The car is garaged when not driven and the top is in excellent condition after 11 years. The soft top will not lasted forever, but I hope that I don't need to replace it for another 10-15 years. 20-25 years life is not bad for a soft top.

 

[aquariuscsm]

What about the Surf City Garage convertible top stuff? I saw this at Walmart and was thinking about using it on the Mustang vert.

 

[Mr_Accord]

Raggtopp Fabric Roof protector is pretty good. Used it on my Mom Beetle cabriolet before the winter. Still looking good at 11yrs.