Cabriolet Roof - Products?
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Hi everyone! I'm new to the forum and would like some advice on what to use to clean the roof on my mk1, I've tried steam cleaning it gently incase it damaged the roof but really it didn't even touch it, I'm new to cars and this is my first so please bare with me! I bought it yesterday so will be working to get it looking a lot better as soon as possible
Here's my car and the pictures of the dirty roof - Does anyone know what product(s) will make the roof nice and clean?
Will it be easier to check out the link I have on my Facebook page? I can upload pictures to here if anyone can't access Facebook!
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Thanks in advance for any help
Courtney
Here's my car and the pictures of the dirty roof - Does anyone know what product(s) will make the roof nice and clean?
Will it be easier to check out the link I have on my Facebook page? I can upload pictures to here if anyone can't access Facebook!
Log into Facebook
Thanks in advance for any help
Courtney
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67tomi
might be able to help you, look at the pictures further down this thread of the cleaning of his roof, hopefully he can tell you what was used, as cream roof not far off your white one.
http://vwgolfmk1.org.uk/forum/index.php?page=topicview&id=projects%2Fyour-mk1-golfs_2%2Fvw-golf-convertible
http://vwgolfmk1.org.uk/forum/index.php?page=topicview&id=projects%2Fyour-mk1-golfs_2%2Fvw-golf-convertible
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Newbie
Thank-you Richard, I'll have a read now!
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Local Hero
I have raggtop, link to it but don't buy that one its just to give you the idea
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=281240258604
Protect with aerospace 303
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=201234456342
There's been some threads on roof cleaning, I can't quite remember the fluids used and don't try on my word but maybe check them out - vinegar in water iirc.
When you do use something new try it on a non obvious part first in case it stains material.
If it's mohair use a good horsehair brush.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=281240258604
Protect with aerospace 303
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=201234456342
There's been some threads on roof cleaning, I can't quite remember the fluids used and don't try on my word but maybe check them out - vinegar in water iirc.
When you do use something new try it on a non obvious part first in case it stains material.
If it's mohair use a good horsehair brush.
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Local Hero
warm water a good car cleaning product and a nail brush i have always found works well.
Regards Volkswarren
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X2 1983 A REG EW CAMPAIGN In WHITE(Awaiting full rebuild solid body) & T Reg S1 GTi Project, Still Looking for Series 1 GTi's or a 16S Oettinger to restore (Complete Cars only) or an A reg Lhasa Green or White Gti to restore, also consider Black, Red or Blue, Also Golf Driver Project Wanted anything considered WHY
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Do you have a Vinyl or Mohair top?
It makes a huge difference!
It really helps us and in turn you if use photobucket.com because no one wants to jump platforms just to see a picture.
It's not rocket science but if it is, here's a 'How To Guide':
http://vwgolfmk1.org.uk/index.php?page=postingPictures
Mike.
It makes a huge difference!
It really helps us and in turn you if use photobucket.com because no one wants to jump platforms just to see a picture.
It's not rocket science but if it is, here's a 'How To Guide':
http://vwgolfmk1.org.uk/index.php?page=postingPictures
Mike.
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Mike
There's me building mine 28 years ago, almost finished!
Be proud of your VW Golf Mk1, it's very special!
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My volvo cab was left under some trees for a few months over summer and roof was covered in sap, moss i just used a 50/50 mix of tfr and water put it on with a sponge left it half hour and then jet washed it off came up like new with no scrubbing or hard work involved and alot cheaper than using most other products.
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