Convertible Soft Top Protection/waterproof????

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  1. Mickymc87 RMS Regular

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    What's the best product to use on soft top cars?
    To protect and keep them water proof?

    Thanks for any help in advance :)
  2. feck_on_a_stick RMS Regular

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    Depends what the top is made out of.

    If it's the S2000 in your signature be careful not to use AG Convertible cleaner if it's the standard vinyl roof.

    I used Meguiars cleaners and sealer and it was dead on (y)
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  3. Mickymc87 RMS Regular

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    Yeah it's the s2000 I need to clean and I want to get it protected as I've only bought it!
  4. RonnieG RMS Regular

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    Nanolex or g-techniq both do amazing convertible protectants. I have used one of each on both my convertibles and they are much of a muchness. Water just beads like on the painwork!
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    WHen I got the mx5, dont think its a Mohair roof, just a standard fit, not too sure , but was told Son of Gun boot polish is just as good a job as anything. Think it had maybe been done in this when purchased, as the water just beaded with an oily colour :)
  7. Mickymc87 RMS Regular

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    Thanks for the replys lads! Gonna try out the meguires stuff! I'll also grab one of the others that are mentioned!
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    would not even bother with megs its a waste of money. tried it once and it will bead for a day or so then its back to normal.
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    I used some aerospace thing on it.

    Aerospace 303 i think? It's for parachutes and the like
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    303 is great stuff forgot about it thats what I used to use all the time!
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    Just be careful when your applying - Its a right balls to get off the paint once dry
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    Does anyone know where to get Aerospace 303 local to Belfast/Bangor?
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    I had to get mine off eBay from memory. Arrived next day tho.

    Good gear
  14. Mickymc87 RMS Regular

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    Ya think use this 303 stuff then?? I'm still to buy some

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