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1st Prowler Ever  POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Alliance, Ohio, USA |
posted 03-01-2017 01:58 AM
    
Hello all, want to ask what kind of cleaner should I use on the Prowler canvas top? It is still like new, so, I wouldn't want to use anything harsh on it. How about something like a spray can of a foamy carpet cleaner? Thoughts? Rob, '99 Purple/Red. |
ALLEY CAT                   POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:mesa, az, USA |
posted 03-01-2017 05:24 AM
I've had outstanding success with 303 products, available at Amazon, auto parts stores, W-Mart, marine supply stores, etc etc . . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKck-b2F-Ho . ^ > Multi-Surface Cleaner
^ > Afterwards if needed, Final Guard to make it look new This message has been edited by ALLEY CAT on 03-01-2017 at 05:25 AM |
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georgieboy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Lake Don Pedro, CA USA |
posted 03-01-2017 07:45 AM
I wont put anything on my convertible top. I'm afraid of any effects the sun might create with a coating. I just use a mild detergent and soft brush to wash it when I wash the car. |
padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 03-01-2017 09:07 AM
After owning my Prowler for three or four years we finally decided to clean the top. We started off with a light pressure wash then the 303 cleaner and finally the 303 protectant. What a difference, the top was a deep rich black and water just ran off it. Made a believer out of me. It doesn't need done very often. If you drive in the rain you want the top sealed so it does not leak and provide UV protection. This message has been edited by padroo on 03-01-2017 at 09:10 AM |
Weezy POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:CHANDLER, AZ, US |
posted 03-01-2017 10:35 AM
Agree with Larry and Padroo. I used them as well and the protectant is hydrophobic, so water just beads up and rolls off, instead of soaking in. Mine also went from drab to dark black and looks amazing |
RDinTN POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Beautiful East Tennessee |
posted 03-01-2017 08:58 PM
Another vote for the 303 product line. |
Drew POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Victorville, Ca |
posted 03-03-2017 12:32 PM
Make sure to cover your vehicle, the spray will find any exposed surface.
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padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 03-03-2017 05:29 PM
It looks like a lot of work to do this but it really isn't. One review I read the guy painted the 303 on with a paint brush instead of spraying it on with the sprayer and it did a better job of shedding water. I don't know if I can find that article again or not. |
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1st Prowler Ever POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Alliance, Ohio, USA |
posted 03-03-2017 10:01 PM
That must be some strong stuff to use those kinds of precautions to clean and seal a cloth top. But, I am sure it would have a nice color tone when finished. I may be afraid that it would slowly bleed down the paint though when the car would be left in the rain? My wife is in to Shaklee products, and we have washed our cars with a common product called Basic H (household) cleaner. Real safe for anything. I think I will just use that for its first car washing with me. Thanks for the input. That's what it is all about! Rob. |
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1st Prowler Ever POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Alliance, Ohio, USA |
posted 03-03-2017 10:05 PM
Great idea though, may try this for my Brand X (Buick Ultra) mock top. R. |
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padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 03-04-2017 07:36 AM
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VinceM >POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Mission Viejo, CA, USA |
posted 03-04-2017 09:10 AM
I've been using 303 products for about 5 years and have not had any problems / damage. I clean the top, let it dry good and then apply 303 "Fabric Guard" per label instructions. The only precautions I take is laying a large towel over the deck lid and windshield under the top. The spray pattern is pretty controlled. I also use the 303 "Aerospace Protectant" on the rubber/vinyl parts, not the top. |
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Drew POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Victorville, Ca |
posted 03-04-2017 12:50 PM
Yes Padroo is correct, sorry I wasn't more specific, did mine 8yrs. ago. Wash the top, let dry, cover car(doesn't take long), then you can be as liberal as you want with the top water repelling coat. Best of luck however you do it. This message has been edited by Drew on 03-04-2017 at 12:52 PM |
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padroo POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Chesterton, IN, USA |
posted 03-05-2017 08:35 AM
quote: Yes, if all you want to do is clean your top you don't need the plastic. |
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