Convertible waterproofing

[paulwd]

I would appreciate any advice on the best way and products to use to treat a five year old roof. The colour is fine just want to make sure it remains waterproof. thanks

[edc]

I used Fabsil on my Boxster. The waterproof layer isn't actually the top layer though.

[asplandg]

or there's Autoglym "Cabriolet Fabric Hood Maintenance Kit", which does the job.

[FarQue]

Fabsil from your local 'Camping and Outdoors' type place.

[williaa68]

I use the autoglym stuff. It is really very good but be wary of overspray - wipe off immediately and don't apply anywhere windy! You can get the kit of amazon for about £12

[Barry Ashcroft]

Renovo ultra seal

[jayplay28]

There isa few products on the market to protect the top.

Renovo Ultra Proofer
303 Fabric Protectant
Gtechniq I1
CarPro Cquartz Super Hydrophobic Fabric Coating

[David W.]

williaa68 said:

I use the autoglym stuff. It is really very good but be wary of overspray - wipe off immediately and don't apply anywhere windy! You can get the kit of amazon for about £12

I found to get a good job done to the edges it's best to take the time and mask up.
dw

[nickfrog]

Fabsil. Much better than AG and a fraction of the cost. 2 coats in different directions with a 2 inch (new) paint brush. Leave to dry for 3 hours between coats.

[ras62]

nickfrog said:

Fabsil. Much better than AG and a fraction of the cost. 2 coats in different directions with a 2 inch (new) paint brush. Leave to dry for 3 hours between coats.

^^This

[Rockster]

paulwd said:

I would appreciate any advice on the best way and products to use to treat a five year old roof. The colour is fine just want to make sure it remains waterproof. thanks

Keep the top clean, removing ASAP bird mess and any other stuff that gets on the top. Avoid parking under trees that rain sap.

The canvas is there to protect the underlying rubber sheet which is the water proof layer and the canvas is nicer to look at.

If you use something on the canvas this can harm the underying rubber and degrade it.

It can also work to trap moisture between the canvas and the rubber which can also work to degrade the rubber and the canvas.

Also, the effecs of anything you apply are shortlived.

Keep it clean and you're doing your part.

Sincerely,

Rockster.

[jakesmith]

I spoke to a well regarded detailer & he said people use various products but what makes the difference in the finish is if the top is completely clean & dry before application, so they dry the hood with a gentle heat gun thoroughly after deep cleaning to get the sealant to bond to it properly

[daveknott5]

Is this actually worth doing? Or should you leave well alone as Porsche have designed the hood to be waterproof and last a long time out of the box........

[Popolou]

jakesmith said:

I spoke to a well regarded detailer & he said people use various products but what makes the difference in the finish is if the top is completely clean & dry before application, so they dry the hood with a gentle heat gun thoroughly after deep cleaning to get the sealant to bond to it properly

Doesn't help the with the usual hairdresser comments.....

Anyways, i generally give the hood a good clean and seal it using Scotchguard. If i could prevent water droplets/spray from penetrating the fabric then that would keep me happy. Quite impressive when you see the water bead up and roll away.

[edc]

As above, if you want beading a la wax on paint on your fabric roof then Fabsil will do that.