Cleaning the ragtop ?

Xaqcraw4d · 03-28-2005, 07:08 PM

So we finally had a nice break in the weather on a weekend, and I spent my obligatory 4 hours washing and using the Meguaire's 3-step wax....and I must say...for 10 year old paint she does clean up nice. The problem i'm having is with some paw prints on the top from one of my parent's cats. They've been up there for about 4 months....and no amount of scrubbing with conventional car-wash soap will get them off. Anyone know of a good top cleaner that will get rid of it?

**cobrabitn** · 03-29-2005, 09:36 AM

I have never experienced this so I would take it to the Ford place and see what they would use or ask for a reputable repair shop and pay them a visit and get their advice. Wish I could be of more help...

RheacerDave · 03-30-2005, 11:36 AM

Mother's makes one
Stayfast (cloth) is speacially treated to fight stains and mildew. It is strongly recommended, however, that you should and - wash you top regulary as follows:
1. Vaccum top before washing.
2. Stay out of direct sun when washing.
3. Wet entire car, using luke warm water, a sponge and mild soap (not detergent) to wash top evenly.
4. Let soap stay on top for few minutes.
5. Rinse thoroughly with hose.
6. Let car dry in direct sunslight, removing excess water from body with chamois.
7. Repeat these steps several times, if needed.
Please do not use water-repellent, wax, or other preservative finishes witch can stain top. Strong abrasive cleaners should be used only by experienced professionals. Automatic car washes are acceptable provided they are brushless.
Do not store top when wet/damp or dirty.

flynfink · 04-04-2005, 04:23 PM

best stuff out there. I haven't used this vendor, but do use the stuff.

http://store.convertibleparts.com/raggtoppcln.html

**cobrabitn** · 04-05-2005, 12:21 AM

Jeff,

May I borrow some at autofair? I think I see a hint of mildew on my 94 Pace Car and would like to try it out.

flynfink · 04-05-2005, 08:03 AM

if I remember to grab it..

nckissfan · 04-05-2005, 04:34 PM

damn I have been looking for a good cleaner for my top. I found some 303 stuff, but it is $16 a bottle, two step cleaner. That is $32.

What would be the best way to get the mildew/dirt out of the ribbing of the top? I guess I need to get a bottle of that stuff.

**cobrabitn** · 04-05-2005, 10:47 PM

Hmm... I'll have to remember that line Jeff. You may be hearing that back sometime in the future...

03-28-2005, 07:08 PM	#1
Xaqcraw4d Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 25	Cleaning the ragtop ? So we finally had a nice break in the weather on a weekend, and I spent my obligatory 4 hours washing and using the Meguaire's 3-step wax....and I must say...for 10 year old paint she does clean up nice. The problem i'm having is with some paw prints on the top from one of my parent's cats. They've been up there for about 4 months....and no amount of scrubbing with conventional car-wash soap will get them off. Anyone know of a good top cleaner that will get rid of it?

03-29-2005, 09:36 AM	#2
cobrabitn Dr Jekyll on the street, Mr Hyde on the track Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Rock Hill SC Posts: 14,649	I have never experienced this so I would take it to the Ford place and see what they would use or ask for a reputable repair shop and pay them a visit and get their advice. Wish I could be of more help... __________________ Cobrabitn 2016 Ruby Red Metallic with Caribou accent F-350 Crew Cab Stump Puller! 6.7 Diesel Automatic with Chrome Package, Off Road Package, 3.55 Locking axles, and Ultimate Lariat Interior Trim Package! 2017 Shelby GT350 Coupe - track car! Mods: JLT True Cold Air oil catch can 2009 Vista Blue Shelby GT 500 Coupe - Garage Queen Tinted Windows JLT True Cold Air Kit Pro-Dyno Tune 526 rwhp - 511 rwtq 1994 Rio Red Indy Pace Car #22 "Runabout" Snake in the grill MGW shift knob 1996 SVT Cobra Wheels 1969 New Lime Mustang Mach 1 Sportsroof - Second owner - bone stock with shaker. One SVT Cobra, one Shelby GT500, one 69 mach 1, and a Shelby GT350 is better than nothing! Custom Data Plates for your Mustang or Ford! Buy "Cool Merchandise" at Data Plates Plus www.dataplatesplus.com See my MSR Video here!

03-30-2005, 11:36 AM	#3
RheacerDave Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Tennessee Posts: 32	Mother's makes one Stayfast (cloth) is speacially treated to fight stains and mildew. It is strongly recommended, however, that you should and - wash you top regulary as follows: 1. Vaccum top before washing. 2. Stay out of direct sun when washing. 3. Wet entire car, using luke warm water, a sponge and mild soap (not detergent) to wash top evenly. 4. Let soap stay on top for few minutes. 5. Rinse thoroughly with hose. 6. Let car dry in direct sunslight, removing excess water from body with chamois. 7. Repeat these steps several times, if needed. Please do not use water-repellent, wax, or other preservative finishes witch can stain top. Strong abrasive cleaners should be used only by experienced professionals. Automatic car washes are acceptable provided they are brushless. Do not store top when wet/damp or dirty. __________________ Dave Hester, DPh SCCA, MCA, SVTOA, ROEA member SARRC A/Sedan #14

04-04-2005, 04:23 PM	#4
flynfink Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 1,002	best stuff out there. I haven't used this vendor, but do use the stuff. http://store.convertibleparts.com/raggtoppcln.html __________________ Jeff F. AKA FlynFink 07' Porscha Cayman S 99' Rio Red Cobra Vert. #203 of 4055 94' Black Cobra Coupe #4971 of 5009 "Drive it like ya stole it"

04-05-2005, 12:21 AM	#5
cobrabitn Dr Jekyll on the street, Mr Hyde on the track Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Rock Hill SC Posts: 14,649	Jeff, May I borrow some at autofair? I think I see a hint of mildew on my 94 Pace Car and would like to try it out. __________________ Cobrabitn 2016 Ruby Red Metallic with Caribou accent F-350 Crew Cab Stump Puller! 6.7 Diesel Automatic with Chrome Package, Off Road Package, 3.55 Locking axles, and Ultimate Lariat Interior Trim Package! 2017 Shelby GT350 Coupe - track car! Mods: JLT True Cold Air oil catch can 2009 Vista Blue Shelby GT 500 Coupe - Garage Queen Tinted Windows JLT True Cold Air Kit Pro-Dyno Tune 526 rwhp - 511 rwtq 1994 Rio Red Indy Pace Car #22 "Runabout" Snake in the grill MGW shift knob 1996 SVT Cobra Wheels 1969 New Lime Mustang Mach 1 Sportsroof - Second owner - bone stock with shaker. One SVT Cobra, one Shelby GT500, one 69 mach 1, and a Shelby GT350 is better than nothing! Custom Data Plates for your Mustang or Ford! Buy "Cool Merchandise" at Data Plates Plus www.dataplatesplus.com See my MSR Video here!

04-05-2005, 08:03 AM	#6
flynfink Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 1,002	if I remember to grab it.. __________________ Jeff F. AKA FlynFink 07' Porscha Cayman S 99' Rio Red Cobra Vert. #203 of 4055 94' Black Cobra Coupe #4971 of 5009 "Drive it like ya stole it"

04-05-2005, 04:34 PM	#7
nckissfan Everyone hates a winner! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Browns Summit, NC Posts: 2,810	damn I have been looking for a good cleaner for my top. I found some 303 stuff, but it is $16 a bottle, two step cleaner. That is $32. What would be the best way to get the mildew/dirt out of the ribbing of the top? I guess I need to get a bottle of that stuff. __________________

04-05-2005, 10:47 PM	#8
cobrabitn Dr Jekyll on the street, Mr Hyde on the track Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Rock Hill SC Posts: 14,649	Hmm... I'll have to remember that line Jeff. You may be hearing that back sometime in the future...

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