is it better to keep the top down as long as possible or repeatedly folded up and down?

 

doesnt matter as long as you take care of it...
plexus the window, condition the vinyl and put a mat on the rear deck and a rolled up cloth on the outside (when putting it down)-
woops, just realized that i am assuming you have a plastic window- you didnt say!

 

"Stretching" -top up- is important. Keeping it in the shade -if possible- is also important for a long life.

Daniel

 

Dont forget 303 protectant to keep it nice and black....

 

What is 303? I asked dealer about any maintenance products for it, and they said "wash it". Mine could use a little attention.

Thanks,


ggd2

 

This is what you want: Link . When you have put so much on that your glass rear window gets it all over it every time you put the top down, you have put on too much. (I think that happens after coat 4.)

- Your top looks like canvas but is vinyl. (Neither the 303 folks nor most dealers have the right into on this.)

- 303 sells convertible top cleaner but I don't know that it does anything that washing a vinyl top does not do.

- 303 sells kits of convertible top cleaner and either the 303 protectant or the canvas top stuff. Somehow the cost is higher than buying the two products separately.

- 303 is IMO the best protectant out there for vinyl, plastic, or rubber. Leather should be treated with a specialized product, however.

- Look at the forum on cosmetic care for more info.

 

Crabby Guy,

Thanks for info. The Anderson's General Store here in Columbus apparently carries this 303 products. I'll check them out.

g2d2