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Bates51 · 05-19-2026, 02:00 PM

I have a 31 Victoria that I would like to clean and protect the vynal top. Does anyone have any suggestions on methods or materials. I am a new owner and can always benefit from experience.

Tacoma Bob · 05-19-2026, 02:30 PM

Last few years a lot of guys are using 303 products. Both the multi surface cleaner and follow up with 303 Aerospace Protectant. Seems like it does a good job but for me it's a PITA as it must be mechanically dried wiping down with a towel. It does not air dry.

Bates51 · 05-19-2026, 02:37 PM

Thanks for your info. The auto parts store has something called Mothers VLR. I think I will keep seeing what is available locally and keep an eye out for the 303 products etc. Again thanks for your response

Tacoma Bob · 05-19-2026, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Bates51

Thanks for your info. The auto parts store has something called Mothers VLR. I think I will keep seeing what is available locally and keep an eye out for the 303 products etc. Again thanks for your response

This best product I ever used was made by Griot's Garage. It was a vinyl top restorer. Griot's flag ship store is 10 minutes from my house. I called them several years ago and asked why they discontinued and was told there was no demand for it. they said if enough people asked to bring it back they would honor that request. Damn I like that stuff. Good luck.

P.S. · 05-19-2026, 04:46 PM

Count me as a fan of the 303 products.

Gary WA · 05-19-2026, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Tacoma Bob

This best product I ever used was made by Griot's Garage. It was a vinyl top restorer. Griot's flag ship store is 10 minutes from my house. I called them several years ago and asked why they discontinued and was told there was no demand for it. they said if enough people asked to bring it back they would honor that request. Damn I like that stuff. Good luck.

These products are the Very best!Amazon carry's their product also!! Vinyl and rubber

Bob Bidonde · 05-20-2026, 08:49 AM

Bill Cilker · 05-20-2026, 11:53 AM

Bates51
I would like to encourage you to join our Victoria Special Interest Group. The website is victoriaassociation.org.
Or please send me your Victoria's body number and engine number so that we can add it to our list of surviving Victorias. We have over 600 Victorias on our list.
Thanks

shew01 · 05-20-2026, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Bates51

Thanks for your info. The auto parts store has something called Mothers VLR. I think I will keep seeing what is available locally and keep an eye out for the 303 products etc. Again thanks for your response

I found my 303 at a marina. It’s apparently very popular for boats.

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Als48 · 05-21-2026, 10:19 AM

303 is Also popular for RVs. Check your RV store as well.

Al Hook

Mike1291 · 05-21-2026, 12:44 PM

I know 303 is popular but Project Farm did a test on various vinyl/plastic/rubber protectants and 303 didn't hold up well. Cerakote actually performed the best of the bunch. Though this test was focused on "trim restorers" you could use most of these products for vinyl: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=AayYUKBfrtw

sconnors · 05-22-2026, 01:05 PM

I use VRP by Chemical Guys. Great product.

05-19-2026, 02:00 PM	#1
Bates51 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2026 Posts: 6	Vynal Top Cleaning I have a 31 Victoria that I would like to clean and protect the vynal top. Does anyone have any suggestions on methods or materials. I am a new owner and can always benefit from experience.

05-19-2026, 02:30 PM	#2
Tacoma Bob Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 1,069	Re: Vynal Top Cleaning Last few years a lot of guys are using 303 products. Both the multi surface cleaner and follow up with 303 Aerospace Protectant. Seems like it does a good job but for me it's a PITA as it must be mechanically dried wiping down with a towel. It does not air dry.

05-19-2026, 02:37 PM	#3
Bates51 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2026 Posts: 6	Re: Vynal Top Cleaning Thanks for your info. The auto parts store has something called Mothers VLR. I think I will keep seeing what is available locally and keep an eye out for the 303 products etc. Again thanks for your response

05-19-2026, 04:46 PM	#5
P.S. Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Hazzard County Posts: 2,165	Re: Vynal Top Cleaning Count me as a fan of the 303 products. __________________ 2024-2026 MAFCA Technical Director

05-20-2026, 08:49 AM	#7
Bob Bidonde Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 4,384	Re: Vynal Top Cleaning __________________ Bob Bidonde

05-20-2026, 11:53 AM	#8
Bill Cilker Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Coburg, OR Posts: 475	Re: Vynal Top Cleaning Bates51 I would like to encourage you to join our Victoria Special Interest Group. The website is victoriaassociation.org. Or please send me your Victoria's body number and engine number so that we can add it to our list of surviving Victorias. We have over 600 Victorias on our list. Thanks __________________ Bill Cilker, Jr Unrestored 190A Victoria 45B, & 160B Victoria Association President

05-21-2026, 10:19 AM	#10
Als48 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Paducah Ky Posts: 420	Re: Vynal Top Cleaning 303 is Also popular for RVs. Check your RV store as well. Al Hook

05-21-2026, 12:44 PM	#11
Mike1291 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2023 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 240	Re: Vynal Top Cleaning I know 303 is popular but Project Farm did a test on various vinyl/plastic/rubber protectants and 303 didn't hold up well. Cerakote actually performed the best of the bunch. Though this test was focused on "trim restorers" you could use most of these products for vinyl: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=AayYUKBfrtw __________________ Feb '31 Standard Coupe Member of the Little Rhody Model A Club & MARC