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Old 02-17-2014, 07:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Tecaterob
I thought OEM tops were fabric?
Vinyl impregnated over fabric. Also been using 303 and my top looks like it did when new in 2006. Keeping it in a garage doesn't hurt either.

I do notice that 303 runs a tiny bit when the top is washed. But it clearly still retains it's effect and looks great. I only use it twice a year. The main thing I like about 303 is that it is amazing for the interior, tires and rubber seals, my BBQ cover etc.
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Originally Posted by 2Kaputnik
Originally Posted by Tecaterob' timestamp='1392688674' post='23020523
I thought OEM tops were fabric?
Vinyl impregnated over fabric. Also been using 303 and my top looks like it did when new in 2006. Keeping it in a garage doesn't hurt either.

I do notice that 303 runs a tiny bit when the top is washed. But it clearly still retains it's effect and looks great. I only use it twice a year. The main thing I like about 303 is that it is amazing for the interior, tires and rubber seals, my BBQ cover etc.

So when buying Raggtopp, buy the one for Vinyl correct?
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Originally Posted by Tecaterob
Originally Posted by 2Kaputnik' timestamp='1392696581' post='23020679
[quote name='Tecaterob' timestamp='1392688674' post='23020523']
I thought OEM tops were fabric?
Vinyl impregnated over fabric. Also been using 303 and my top looks like it did when new in 2006. Keeping it in a garage doesn't hurt either.

I do notice that 303 runs a tiny bit when the top is washed. But it clearly still retains it's effect and looks great. I only use it twice a year. The main thing I like about 303 is that it is amazing for the interior, tires and rubber seals, my BBQ cover etc.

So when buying Raggtopp, buy the one for Vinyl correct?
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Yes
Old 02-18-2014, 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr.60trim
Originally Posted by Tecaterob' timestamp='1392755817' post='23021906
[quote name='2Kaputnik' timestamp='1392696581' post='23020679']
[quote name='Tecaterob' timestamp='1392688674' post='23020523']
I thought OEM tops were fabric?
Vinyl impregnated over fabric. Also been using 303 and my top looks like it did when new in 2006. Keeping it in a garage doesn't hurt either.

I do notice that 303 runs a tiny bit when the top is washed. But it clearly still retains it's effect and looks great. I only use it twice a year. The main thing I like about 303 is that it is amazing for the interior, tires and rubber seals, my BBQ cover etc.

So when buying Raggtopp, buy the one for Vinyl correct?
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Yes
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thks
Old 02-19-2014, 03:48 AM
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Originally Posted by s2k all the way
Does anyone know where i can purchase raggtop
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How often do you treat your top? I park in a a garage at work, but on the street at home. I'm down in Texas with 230 days of sunshine.
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You could give a quick once over each time you wash the car, it won't hurt a thing and you will know it has plenty of UV protection.
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Been wondering how to keep my top in good condition myself as well. Bear with my background story... I'm on my second S and the top on my 04 looks brand new. Had an 02 for 1.5 years and sold it due to new house and first kid back in 05. It was a third car and gq so didnt worry about the top then, but I plan to keep this one for quite awhile.
Shortly after the purchase of my 04 two years ago...My neighbor has a sebring convertible that he has had since I met him 9 years ago when we moved in. He was washing his car and I thought I would ask him how he took care of his top. His answer was that he sprays it with Amor All. He told me that it runs a bit when it gets wet but it does a good job. Good thing I was wearing my sunglasses. I rolled my eyes, walked away, and said "Maybe I'll try that out." Never did and never will.
Sorry about the rambling, but it amazes me what people do to their cars. Gonna try raggtop after reading this thread. Thanks all!
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that's weird I never heard anyone recommend armor all for the top.

But I highly recommend the 303 aerospace, since it was easier to find for me at your mariners store or ace hardware they carry them. The way I apply it is pour the content in a cup and use a painters brush to apply it on. Also make sure to always apply when the weathers warm and sunny. I did this when the weathers cold, and when it rained it would run off of the top and you'll see the drips on your windows.
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