Tonneau Cover protectant ??

[Lonewolf867]

I have a Extange Bed cover. I read that you are NOT supposed to use the standard Armorall or other tire products on these covers because it will make them crack. Seems that the petroleum products do this. Extange and others recommend using a "303 protectant".
I cannot find this online or local.Any suggestions?
What is everyone using on their soft covers?

Thanks
Mike

[roegs]

I just purchased some 303 Protectant at Camping world. I've not tried it, but I hear its supposed to be good.


www.campingworld.com (http://www.campingworld.com)

[Paintdude]

Baby oil

[jbplock]

Hmmm ... Baby Oil I'll have to give that a try!

I also use the 303 protectrant... I originally bought it for the acrylic cover on my 98's Pace Edwards Roll top but found it also works all exposed vinyl/plastic surfaces such as the bumper, door handles ect.. It doesn't create a build up as Armorall can.
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[ 08-25-2003, 09:43 AM: Message edited by: jbplock ]

[jeephauler]

Summit racing sells it. Just ordered a bottle for my Extang RT (best cover I ever had).

http://tinyurl.com/kvur

[BlueOx03]

I ran across 303 about a month ago and bought some. It's a little pricy, however I think it's way better than anythink else I've tried. I did half my engine compartment and a couple tires a couple weeks ago and it all still looks very good. The tires don't shine up quite as good, but they don't turn brown either. It doesn't seem to be geasy or as slick either. Good stuff.

TJ

[VWLURE]

303 is great stuff!! You can also find it at most marine accesories store too.

[BlueOx03]

I get mine from an inflatable boat dealer.
Here's a link to their dealer locator.

303 Locator (http://www.303products.com/main.php?infopage=retailersearch)

[SoCalDMAX]

303 is the best I've ever used. spa cover mfrs recommend it for the vinyl covers.

It should be avail at any spa supply store for about $10-11 a bottle. It goes a long way.

Regards, Steve

[RVGuy]

A couple comments about 303. I've been using it for some time now and its a great product. Its one of the best for UV protection. Something that baby oil doesn't have. :confused:

The only caution is to make certain you give it a couple days to work its way into the cover before washing your truck. Water running off the cover onto the sides of the truck can cause some ugly streaks. They are easily cleaned but ugly non the less.

I use it on everything that is porous that I wish to shine and protect from the sun's rays.

[mdrag]

Another vote for 303. Roll-n-Lock supplied an 8 oz sample bottle with their retractable cover, and know I don't use anything else.

[Paintdude]

Baby oil is messy, but the vynil needs the nutriants to last. I have used baby oil for YEARS on vynil tops and leather seat of my own vehicles and my 1988 olds with original leather interior and original vynil top,180,000 miles still looks like new to this day. You have to apply it and let it soak in for a while. It has always worked for me best in the long run. Just takes time to let it do its thing. dont put it on your seat today and jump into it with your best suit on tonight, put a towel on the seat.

I got this so called secret from a long time vynil leather repair guy. He said plain ol baby oil is the way to go. I use nothing else on my stuff. For customers you have to use quick dring materials. that is the way the world works.

He also said the best sometimes isn`t the easiest.

Just my experiance and I am sure 303 is great stuff. Good luck.

[Lonewolf867]

Thanks for the info guys!!
I am gonna get some in the next couple days. I have heard (remember hearsay here) that using a petrolium product is what will crack items like vinyl tops and the dash. I had a 70 monte carlo that the top cracked BAD and the lady I bought it from swore she always used either baby oil or armor all on it. From the looks of the rest of the car she took REAL good care of it. I also remember reading that the 303 was suggested by Extang for their covers.

Paintdude. Please don't think I am slamming you here. Because I do NOT know for sure, Like I said I just heard that somewhere. Like an old saying that your dad has that sticks with you.. ;)

Mike

[ 08-29-2003, 05:43 AM: Message edited by: Lonewolf867 ]

[Lone Eagle]

Son Of a Gun by STP works for me. Later! Lone Eagle

[mfontana]

PaintDude: Two days ago I tried your suggestion of Baby Oil on the leather seats in my truck. I only tried it on the passenger side just in case of an issue. I applied it in the morning and I didn't use the truck until the next day and I actually forgot I put the stuff on. I glanced over at the passenger side seat and I could not believe how great the leather looked. I pulled the truck over in a parking lot so I could go around and check this out. It is absolutely great!! Not greasey at all. The leather was a neutral non-gloss flat color. Now it looks like beautiful leather. It really softened up the seat. As you can imagine I did the driver seat and re did them. As you indicated, let them dry for a day and their perfect. THANK YOU! This has been one of the best tips on vehicle care I have heard in Years!!