Polish splattered on the convertible top

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Hi everyone, Newb here on the Autogeek forum.

So I was doing some paint correction on my '02 Speed Yellow Boxster S this past weekend and was using (for the first time) a Griot Garage 6" random orbital polisher. The videos I watched said - don't lift! I tried not to lift, but was repositioning the orbital polisher on the front fender for a better angle of attack and I lifted. It sent a massive amount of splatter everywhere, including the top. I was using Griot's Garage Correcting Cream (for reference).

So my question. How can I get the splatter drops off the top? I tried the Ragg Topp cleaner and the soft bristle brush that came with the kit. Then we tried drying it and flaking it off with a fingernail and the tip of a pen knife, but to no effect.

Looking for help here as we have our first concourse coming up in a couple of weeks and suspect we may get a demerit or two with the splatter stains on the top. I am thinking maybe using a stiffer bristle brush. Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance!
Rob T
 
I am surprised that the Ragg Topp cleaner was not able to take them off. What happens when you dry brush them with a stiffer brush?
 
I'm making a couple of assumptions with this post...
1) fabric top
2) product dried
Possibly a stiffer brush as noted above may help. Another option might be to wet a rag and cover to hydrate the product, then scrub and vac, might be a long shot but probably worth a try. Good luck.

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Hum. Usually a brush will get products out of fabrics. Odd you were not able to remove it. Try an APC. Soak the area and let dwell for about a minute, this should get the compounds wet and soft. Then go at it with a brush. If you can't remove it, try different brushes. Often a toothbrush is the most effective one to do stuff like that. Takes more time since it's small but the bristles are usually able to get everywhere.

If that doesn't work, try upgrading to a degreaser. But I really doubt you will have to.

When the compound has been completelly removed, use a damp microfiber towel to wipe the area, this will remove the remaining APC and any residue that might have been left behind.
 
Last resort. Maybe try pad cleaner to get the compound off? No idea what it would do the fabric top though. I assume no bleaching or dye bleed would occur.
 
At this point I would try Folex. Follow the directions on the bottle. Do not brush it.
 
DBAILEY said:
I am surprised that the Ragg Topp
cleaner was not able to take them off.
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^Me too!

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I’ve used CarGuys’ Super Cleaner
whenever RaggTopp’s and 303’s
soft-top/fabric cleaners have failed.


Bob
 
Don't feel bad about lifting the polisher. I'm sure most people have made that mistake starting out. (Ask me how I know..........)

I have no advice on the product removal, but the guys that have posted above are extremely knowledgeable.


And, welcome to AGO!
 
I made this same boo boo on a Vette a few years ago,the masking lifted and I didn't notice it before it dried in.
I ended up using my Mytee hot water extractor with just hot water,no cleaners.
I was worried the heat may damage the fabric but it didn't seem to
 
This is to let others chaim in on if it's okay to do. But what about useing a panel wipe product like Gyeon PREP or Carpro Eraser or gtechnic panel wipe? To soak up the dry polish with a wet application of the panel wipe product. Work in small sections so it's not drying on the top. Just a thought since those products often cleans it on paints. And how is it with a wax remover for plastics? Could that be an option to use?
 
Thanks everyone for chiming in. I will try another application of Ragg Topp and put a bit more elbow grease with the horse hair brush. I spoke to a detailer friend this AM at a marque meeting and he said to get the top really wet and apply more Ragg Topp cleaner versus what I did the first time. He said the key is getting the water to break down the polish since it is water soluble.

Will report results after I am done.
Thanks,
Rob T.
 
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rob76turbo said:
I will try another application of Ragg Topp and put a bit more elbow grease with the horse hair brush.
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You’d be better off using a nylon bristled brush vs. a horsehair brush for what you’re trying to accomplish.

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