rag top cleaning?
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togwt
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Rode & Schwalenbert Gmbn. (Germany) the worlds leading manufacturer of automobile convertible tops exclusively recommends Harrtz RaggTop Cleaners and Protectant. Developed specifically for cleaning, re-proofing and preserving convertible tops, these cleaning kits consist of two products
Cleaner to remove soiling, stains and atmospheric pollution for both natural and synthetic materials, the better cleaners are formulated from low-pH (low alkalinity) and are gentle enough for repeated use over time, they rely on proteins and enzymes (not harsh chemicals) for their safe, but effective, cleaning power.
Fabric protector to re-proof and preserve fabric tops from the effects of water absorption, surface soiling and staining, and provide a sunscreen from UV radiation and subsequent fading. The fabric protector recommended by Glen Raven Mills (Sunbrella) and the Haartz Corporation is 303â„¢ High Tech Fabric Guard restores lost water repellence and stain repellence to factory new levels. It stops leaks, resists soiling, impedes mildew formation and helps protect against the sun's harmful UV rays.
JonM
Cleaner to remove soiling, stains and atmospheric pollution for both natural and synthetic materials, the better cleaners are formulated from low-pH (low alkalinity) and are gentle enough for repeated use over time, they rely on proteins and enzymes (not harsh chemicals) for their safe, but effective, cleaning power.
Fabric protector to re-proof and preserve fabric tops from the effects of water absorption, surface soiling and staining, and provide a sunscreen from UV radiation and subsequent fading. The fabric protector recommended by Glen Raven Mills (Sunbrella) and the Haartz Corporation is 303â„¢ High Tech Fabric Guard restores lost water repellence and stain repellence to factory new levels. It stops leaks, resists soiling, impedes mildew formation and helps protect against the sun's harmful UV rays.
JonM
White95Max
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You should always clean the area before applying a protectant. So yes you do need a cleaner. The protectant is what keeps it from fading, so obviously you need to use that.
togwt
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srtviper said:
Then let me ask a question-
If you don't want to use a fabric protector how else will you stop it from fading?
Rant[ Sometimes it makes me wonder why people ask for advice and then when it's given to them they if its necessary] OK Rant over
Spilchy
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First I vacuum the convertible top with the attachment that has the brush to reomve any dirt, dust, etc... sitting on the top.
To clean I use a soft brush that has a little stiffness to it with Detailer's Pride Wheel Gel.
Here is the description:
http://www.autogeek.net/detpridclean.html
After rinsing, I use car wash soap and the "feather tip" oxo car wash brush.
There are a few products for protecting
http://www.autogeek.net/facotop.html
http://www.autogeek.net/vicotopmapr.html
To clean I use a soft brush that has a little stiffness to it with Detailer's Pride Wheel Gel.
Here is the description:
http://www.autogeek.net/detpridclean.html
After rinsing, I use car wash soap and the "feather tip" oxo car wash brush.
There are a few products for protecting
http://www.autogeek.net/facotop.html
http://www.autogeek.net/vicotopmapr.html
TOGWT said:Then let me ask a question-
If you don't want to use a fabric protector how else will you stop it from fading?
Rant[ Sometimes it makes me wonder why people ask for advice and then when it's given to them they if its necessary] OK Rant over
Sorry
On the other hand do you think using the cleaner/protector twice a year on a car that is driven about 1500 miles a year is good? Also in my other post you talk about using the cleaner on the suede before using the protector? how often should this process be repeated (once again 1500 mile a year car) Also if the suede isn't dirty right now should I do the cleaner anyways? THanks.RIcky