I used fabsil last year on my Mercedes clk soft top and it works great. It was cheap, easy to buy and took me 2 hours to do two coats.

Thanks for the vid. Have to say, there's something about the commentary and filming that's makes this feel like it was made in the early 80's 😆

@CB-RADIO-UK

4 жыл бұрын

LOL no its just because iam getting old.

@shovons

4 жыл бұрын

@@CB-RADIO-UK aren't we all?😀

I've used 303 Fabric Guard & LOVE IT!!!

Great video and good advice for me the newbie soft-top owner. 👍 cheers.

Winner thanks mate. Great Vid. Just got a c63s AMG and the local car cleaning guys (brilliant hard working eastern european lads) jets washed the canvas. To be fair they did ask first. I will now waterproof just in case. Stay safe

Excellent tutorial. Thanks for the upload :-)

This guys voice is very soothing for some reason.

@stevecool7166

7 жыл бұрын

ARTJUNKIES that's what I thought

@Johnpatrickleeds9

4 жыл бұрын

cockney

@ApartmentKing66

3 жыл бұрын

He reminds me of the Geico gecko.

I found about 30 cups of water in my trunk. It was a beautiful day too when I cleaned it up. It rained again, the water came back. I'm getter sealer today. I had no idea that I needed to do this until every light lit up on my dashboard. The battery got slightly wet. I was happy to see my spare tire. I thought I had lost it. I had not waterproof my roof ever, had the car three years. Its 2001.

@CB-RADIO-UK

4 күн бұрын

I would check the drain tubes are not blocked in the hood storage compartment above the trunk.

@heatherkaye242

4 күн бұрын

Thanks, checking now. I'm drying out my car now. It's definitely not draining it rained and got more water. I bought sealer once it dries. Found my tarp, afterwards.

Amazing product. Exactly what I need for my SAAB 93 soft top. Thanks for video.

@Cawky-sy3xo

4 жыл бұрын

chuckbradley1 I also have a 9-3 convertible, how did the job go? Has it worked? Cheers Cawky 👍🏻

@chuckbradley1

4 жыл бұрын

Yes fabsil is excellent. One treatment lasts about 3 months.

@Cawky-sy3xo

4 жыл бұрын

chuckbradley1 thanks for the quick reply, I’ve got some ordered. Stay safe 👍🏻

@lorimello1082

3 жыл бұрын

I have a 93 convertible that just started to leak, recently. Thanks for your input. I will order the product and give it a try.

Thanks for the video.......great guide for a newbie !!

Thanks for your advice - bought Fabsil as you recommended and applied as suggested and my Mercedes soft top has never looked better, the stuff immediately made the soft top look darker and this morning last nights rain has beaded up nicely.

@jonboy9912

7 жыл бұрын

Should have added above that when applying use crisscross strokes with the paint brush to get the product right into the roofing material weave.

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

Yes that should help. It normally soaks right in. The beading can last for many weeks. :-)

@liveandletlive2894

5 жыл бұрын

How's it so far?

Hi you have given me very good advice after long investigation into different water proofing systems I took your advice in using fabsil well I will never look back the best advice I have taken in your recommendations lol I now keep hopping to rain cos it beads up nice, so anyone using other products fabsil is the nuts roof looks good can't wait to do it again roof looks like new don't want to take anything from renovo the dye is fine but I don't have much faith in the water proofer

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

I ve used it for 3 years now without any issues. I apply it twice a year in the spring and then before the winter sets in. A light shower will bead water off nicely. Lightly washing the hood makes no difference to the product.

Now I know how to do my vert’s roof. Thankyou

I done this on my BMW E46 roof looks immaculate even buffed some of this on my Windows outside and it works a treat better then any rain repellent great video

@CB-RADIO-UK

8 жыл бұрын

+Abrahim Younas I think its a good value treatment and seems to last a long time esp if you clean and repeat 2-3 times a year. Never thought of using it on the windows. I normally use RainX but might give it a try. Thanks

@abrahimyounas3906

8 жыл бұрын

I used Rain-X as well and done my wipers it's good to use

Excellent advice........Thank you

The problem with Fabsil is that once you use it on a car soft top,you cant then use a water based waterproofer if you wanted to use something else at a later date

@chortlemk1

5 ай бұрын

Another important thing missed is the 3 ply construction of the tops. The top and bottom layers are fabric but in the middle is rubber core, which is what provides the waterproofing quality. Many products including tent waterless may contain high levels of petroleum distillate which will soak into the top sheet and then rot the middle core, which breaks down and in some cases goes powdery, this will cause moisture ingress.

Hi I realise this video is 3 years old but i only saw it for the first time on Monday. Thanks for the advice, given my Saab 9-3 it’s first coat this morning, and it looks 100% better already. Can’t wait to give it the second coat tomorrow. Highly recommend Fabsil 👍🏻

@CB-RADIO-UK

4 жыл бұрын

Did mine again last week :-)

@Cawky-sy3xo

4 жыл бұрын

Fred in the Shed hi thanks for the reply, would you recommend a second coat or is one sufficient? Looks great now but it soaked loads of Fabsil in so I don’t think it’s been done in years Cawky 👍🏻

@CB-RADIO-UK

4 жыл бұрын

@@Cawky-sy3xo I would apply a second coat. You get more beading if you do. You will prob notice a slight chem odour in the car but it goes in a couple of days.

@Cawky-sy3xo

4 жыл бұрын

Fred in the Shed , two coats it is then. I’ll have to do it after I’ve taken the wife shopping in the morning. YIPPEEE it’s a way to get out in the car with the roof down 👍🏻

Thankyou m'dear, a cracking video.

Fabulous video thank you

I had a Wrangler. And I live in the blazing tropics. So, I brushed on Kiwi boot polish, neutral colour on it. Worked beautifully..... but you need to apply this to a clean top/sides/doors and the sun needs to be blazing hot.

@CB-RADIO-UK

4 жыл бұрын

Prob added a nice smell as well. Good one.

Well done. Thank you

good advise - thanks

good info. thanks.

thank you, hope we have it in america

@CB-RADIO-UK

5 жыл бұрын

Its only a water sealant. Camping shops are good as they use it to seal tents.

Good idea

Going to give this a go on my new (to me ) c 70's blue roof, mines going to have to live outside 24-7 so will be intresting to see how it fares.

@CB-RADIO-UK

8 жыл бұрын

+garethkeri I recon 2-3 times a year. Perhaps one coat before the winter frosts arrive.

@michaelh.8280

5 жыл бұрын

It is three years later...how does it work ?

@liveandletlive2894

5 жыл бұрын

How's it going?

Brilliant! I just used Car Gods cleaner and waterproofer which is rubbish! All along I wondered if this would work as I use Fabsil on my tent. I wish I'd come across this earlie ras it would have persuaded me to use it!

@CB-RADIO-UK

3 жыл бұрын

Its a good product Andy. I coat mine twice a year. Here is an update video from this year. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e4idw7lyddXJdrA.html

Thanks for the advise and a well presented video

Thank you:)

hi buddy very good advice, and it can save people a lot of money if they just take the time to maintain it, we don't see a lot of convertible around here, the local scum always cut them with a Stanley knife,

@CB-RADIO-UK

10 жыл бұрын

Hi mate. You about ? Just messaged you on Skype. About to upload a off the cuff video for Mark in a few mins " Fred and the Hedge" LOL

if you got stains like that on your roof. get a propper textile cleaner. with no added softner.. hand warm water... and rent a Wet vac ,, do what you do with cleaning but dont use cold water during that (only for rinsing) . then one rinsed get warm water again. soak the roof again.. and let the Wet vac suc it up.. be amazed ho much dirt still comes off the roof ;) and i know. as a detailer. that as done a fabric roof of a VW Mk4 Cabrio from 1999 that was unatended for 12 years. lol

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

Thats good advice Albert. Thanks for sharing. Hopefully your comment will help others in the future.

I wonder if washing the top with rain x would be okay?

@CB-RADIO-UK

Жыл бұрын

Not 100% sure. Rainx is pretty expensive and would soak in.

In between applications do you wash your roof in the same way? Would washing with foam/soap as you showed in video remove the fabsil ?

@CB-RADIO-UK

8 жыл бұрын

+humcheemian That's a good good question. Heavy washing with soap will not totally remove the fabsil once its fully dry but will reduce its effect. I tend to very lightly wash over my roof and rinse with a watering can prob about every 5th wash of the car. I avoid parking under trees like the plague.

I was checking for distributors of this product and they are all in cooler climates. How does the product hold up in tropical climates? I am in Thailand, we have hot season, rainy season, monsoon season, and we get a few weeks of cool season when it can drop below 20C and night.

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

I really could not tell you myself. I think you would need to contact Fabsil direct.

Hi we spoke before just to mention I think fabseal is sprite base as when cleaning the brush it tells you to clean brush with sprite cleaner where renavo is all water base , has anyone come back and that has used this product fabseal found it may mark your paint work , so all I'm doing is hopefully protecting the paint work although masking up would be the case but avoiding that amount of work would be better, I wonder if you can do me a favour and read the instruction on your tin lol I'm confuse about not to let it get on tarmac etc what could it do to my paint work if such should happen yes wipe it off I understand that bit but anyway thanks for any further advice

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Gordon. it says on the tin to wash out your brush with white spirit which is what i do. I have dripped loads on the paintwork and i always wipe it off straight away with kitchen towel. I dont wash the area. Not had any paint reaction issues.

Perhaps I expected it to repel and bauble after more than one light drizzle. My mate tried it too and he too had the same issue. To be honest the dyes you can buy don’t really do much for too long either.

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

If you get light rain or a shower it will bead off but heavy rain will soak through. Difference is the way it dries after. if its a shower on a sunny day then you can get sediment lines as the roof dries. The fabsil roof should dry even and stain free. I do mine mine twice a year, two heavy coats and the roof does get wet but stays black. When i got the car it used to dry with brownish stains

Great video,thank you!How often do you get the roof down in a year,i've just got first soft top and i'm not sure how they wear if you have it up and down a couple of times a week?Any feedback much appreciated.

@CB-RADIO-UK

3 жыл бұрын

Depends on the weather but as much as possible in the spring summer. In general on any fine sunny day i find that the temp above 18 deg c is good roof down weather. The rear diffuser is great at keeping the draft off you neck up to about 70 mph with windows up. If the temp edges towards 30 c then i have it up with air con as its just too hot.

@CB-RADIO-UK

3 жыл бұрын

The roof will crease and wear of course but your prob going to do more harm not using it as things can stick.

@blackpool321

3 жыл бұрын

Had my last soft top car for fourteen years , it lived outside in all weathers and I put the top down as much as possible, never had to reproof the top and never had any leaks .

@fanfeck2844

3 жыл бұрын

I had mine down today

In America we can buy "303 Fabric Guard". I was not able to find "Fabsil" in America.

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

Yes i think it may be a UK only product. Any fabric waterproof agent should work. You can normally get them at camping and hiking stores.

is it possible to drive a hole year, with the softop roof (Also in rainy autumn and winter times). because in holland it rains just as much as in the U.K, and i want to know if a roof maintenance twice a year, works out during rainy times ?

@CB-RADIO-UK

8 жыл бұрын

+Iceman-car Totally you can use a soft top 12 months of the year. Treating the roof helps to keep the material 100% water tight as it gets older. Plus it helps prevent fading and keeps the colour.

Can I apply it on a damp roof? As it seems to never stops raining!! Please advise me

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

No the roof needs to be dry. It beads when you mix it with water so it wont take to a damp roof.

Hello guys. I have 96 E36 328 Cabrio. The car has very good condition. I have replaced the soft top with new one and I also use hard top in the winter. But yesterday I saw a water leak on the both corners where the windscreen and roof ( A pillar). Is this product can help me about this problem? Because seals are ok.

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

No this product will not help with a seal issue. Check the windscreen sill / rubber as sometimes they shrink back with age and let water in down the a pillar.

Hi fredintheshed1, Thanks for the video I'll try it out;Though i have a question..,I'm planning on putting it on my Vintage jeep(Mahindra cj3b), It has a light coloured soft top, as you mentioned that it darkens the fabric will it change the colour or not so much?

@CB-RADIO-UK

9 жыл бұрын

Sehaj Bir Singh It kinda brings out the colour more than darkens it if that makes any sense. Bit like when your roof gets wet in the rain. The Fabsil liquid is completely clear. I would suggest buying the smallest fabsil can and try a small area first. I am pretty sure it will be fine though.

@sehajchd

9 жыл бұрын

Alright. Thanks a lot.. Cheers!

Hi it's me again I have just placed an ordered that fabseal but I'm still at a loss I just can't find answer to my question examp,e if I put coat of renovo of water proofer on my top, now my question is can I put that fabseal say a week later or do I have to go through the process of cleaning the top down again to go over to your recommendation of Fabseal is there going to be any reaction to one and other or to the extend that putting fabseal over the top of renovo breaks any of the water proofing down and makes it fail sorry buddy sorry if I go into anything I like to know I have some chance in succeeding cheers again lol sorry

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

Hard to say as ive never used Renovo myself. Your going to need to give the roof a good wash over and let dry before the Fabsil goes on so i would just try a small section painting on some Fabsil. Hopefully the Fabsil will just soak in the fabric without any beading etc. If you do get a reaction then you prob going to have to give the roof a few heavy washes to remove the Revnovo or leave it a couple of months for the elements / rain etc to wear it off a little. I think as long as you dont go all over the roof without testing you will be fine.

Is your hood vinyl or canvas? Will this product work on both? I'm with you on the brush because you get a more precise application with little to no waste or overspray to clean up. Tx for the tutorial.

@CB-RADIO-UK

5 жыл бұрын

My hood is canvas. The product needs to soak in and dry so prob wont work on vinyl.

Hi! What product are you using for washing the soft-top? Thank you!

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

Nothing special just warm soapy water.

@tartorstyx5104

6 жыл бұрын

Ok, I read somewhere that is has to be a special pH neutral type of shampoo. Thanks!

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

Guess that would not hurt. The most important thing is to make sure the roof is totally dry before you apply the product and then stays dry for another 24 hrs. I normally just leave it in the garage for a day.

Hi can this be used on a mohair roof? Thanks

@CB-RADIO-UK

5 жыл бұрын

Tbh iam not 100% sure. Its just a waterproof agent so if the roof can be waterproofed in theory it would be ok. I would certainly test a small section first.

I will use this on my tvr many thanks

@CB-RADIO-UK

9 жыл бұрын

shaun tvr Its a good product. Makes sure you wash the top well first and allow it to completely dry before application. Try to apply on a cloudy day, not too hot or early morning to avoid too much evaporation. Best of luck.

@shauntvr

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Hi Fred Is the Fabsil Gold better ro use?

@CB-RADIO-UK

3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Iam not sure. Not heard of it iam afraid

What about the inside of the top?

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

Mine has 3 layers so nothing will get through to the headlining inside. Most tops have an outer fabric and under that a waterproof membrane. The product dries clear anyway so should not present a problem. .

Can you show us the finished product on how well it repels water????

@CB-RADIO-UK

3 жыл бұрын

Yep. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e4idw7lyddXJdrA.html

@powerofknowledge7771

3 жыл бұрын

@@CB-RADIO-UK THANK YOU!!

Hi I used the renovo not total impressed now after I waterproof using there product would fab seal go over this product or have I got to strip it down by a strong cleaner AGINE cheers I think I had tree sap not sure I'm not a scientist any help I have a clk320 convertible it will need extra of everything cos of the size of the roof

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

TBH iam not about going over the Renovo as ive never used it myself. Fabsil once fully cured will repel any liquid into beads including itself. I would have thought that you will need to heavy wash the Renovo a couple of times and allow to dry before attempting Fabsil. Tree sap on my roof leaves dark brown spots but does come off with gentle washing. I use a 2" paint brush and soap on the area to loosen it. Your CLK is prob around the same size as my roof and 2 full soaked coats of Fabsil, wet on wet uses around 1.5 litres. its a good fairly cheap product. Hope that helps

@gordonbone4243

7 жыл бұрын

fredintheshed1 thank you for your quick reply excuse my question what is wet on wet and I have applied a dye to the roof from removal. your suggested sealer will go over it with no problems . one other thing I do have to work out in the open unfortunately so would it be ok to put cover over the roof like they use at a sprayer place to stop dust getting on other cars as its very thin plastic sorry but just a novice

@CB-RADIO-UK

7 жыл бұрын

Hi. Wet on wet means you apply a second coat straight after the first before the product has time to dry and cure. Its important that once applied the roof stays dry until the fabsil is totally dry. If its warm and sunny say 25 degree c it will cure in a couple of hours. In colder weather it can take 24 hours. Once applied i would leave it at least an hour before putting the cover over. As for the dye on the roof i would test a small section with fabsil first before i covered the whole roof just in case it streaked or changed the dye colour etc.

do you apply this onto a wet roof or do you allow the roof to dry after cleaning then apply the waterproofer?

@CB-RADIO-UK

9 жыл бұрын

Ben Irving Apply to a totally dry roof.

@BrideandGrooveDJs

9 жыл бұрын

fredintheshed1 thanks

I tried Febsil and it repelled water for one downfall of rain. For me it was a waste of money. Do you work for Febsil?

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

No Dave. Mine repels water for months but if you get a heavy downpour it will over power the product. Same with the others on the market. However it should dry even and repel a shower after.

Hi,can i use it on a Fiat Punto cabrio top? It’s vinyl i think or pvc.Do i need too paint in streight lines.Can you let it dry in the sun when finished? Greets.

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

I am no to sure this would work on vinyl as it has to soak in. No you can paint it in squares if you like as long as you dont let the first part dry before you start on the second. Yes it ideal to let it dry in the sun.

@ramonholland9287

6 жыл бұрын

fredintheshed1 the cabrio top is from canvas/pvc.will it work?

@ramonholland9287

6 жыл бұрын

Sorry the material is Dust

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

As long as the Fabsil can soak in and dry then it should work.

@ramonholland9287

6 жыл бұрын

fredintheshed1 ok thanks👍

I have a Clk and have this green algae shit growing on it. I've tried the autoglym and the turtle wax roof cleaning kits but they both crap. any other suggestions?

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

Mould and algae can be a real pain to remove. Found this. www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=1215129

@chrisdaviesguitar

6 жыл бұрын

I've also heard steam cleaning is a viable option, and heard that proprietary household mould removers can also work.

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

Yes you are going to have to kill the spores. I would go careful though. Something like Milton solution might work. Once the spores are removed then Fabsil will certainly seal it.

@chrisdaviesguitar

6 жыл бұрын

Having viewed a number of posts regarding this issue. I have actually gone and bought a proprietary house mould remover spray (£1 from Savers) and have tried it on an inconspicuous area at the back and bottom of my rear window, and it appears to have worked thus far. I will leave overnight and report back on the progress, btw, found your post very useful and have ordered some Fabsil on Ebay. Thank you :)

@ramonholland9287

6 жыл бұрын

Raggtopp

Sounds like Saladfingers!

@roberta7734

4 жыл бұрын

does it?

Hood..? You ain't American dude! Sound like Russell Brand actually

where can i get the product from my dad need aome

@kiwanvlogs763

8 жыл бұрын

in US dollars

@CB-RADIO-UK

8 жыл бұрын

+kiwan vlogs I am not sure its sold in the USA. Its basically what people use for waterproofing tents and the same sort of product is normally available at camping shops.

Hello, I’ve applied one coat of Fabsil. In your experience of 2-3 coats does soak water at all or no? And you leave it out all the time? Have u had any problems. I’ve bought my first ever convertible that’s why I’m a bit sceptic. Thanks

@CB-RADIO-UK

4 жыл бұрын

Hi. The fabsil alone wont stop the water soaking in to the top in steady rain. It does bead of on a light shower. It helps the fabric repel water. If the fabric begins to hold water you can end up with mildew and greening on the bottom edges. Ive had no issues and ive not got any mould etc. I do 2 coats on mine. Only issue (for some) is a slight chemical smell which lasts for a couple of days.

@sampansingh9530

4 жыл бұрын

Can I message you on Facebook or something, I’ve got a few questions or on email?

@CB-RADIO-UK

4 жыл бұрын

@@sampansingh9530 Hi. Iam no longer on facebook. Just leave a comment on here and if i can i will answer.

@sampansingh9530

4 жыл бұрын

So basically I applied one coat yesterday just to test it and it did bead water when I poured some over but now it’s been raining all day and it is wet and soaked the rain in. Is that a problem? Mine will be out all year the roof has no problems and I will clean it regularly so is it a problem that the roof is wet even after the Fabsil has been applied

@CB-RADIO-UK

4 жыл бұрын

@@sampansingh9530 Hi. Firstly once applied its best to keep the roof dry for 24 hrs to fully cure. If you pour water straight away it will prob wash out and go patchy. Normally (like the rain today) the top of my roof will soak in about 10 mins of rain. It does bead on the back quarters in a shower. I normally wait for a dry spell of warm cloudy weather and apply 2 coats one after the other so it blends together. Then i put it in the garage for 24 hours. I apply twice a year. It helps keep the roof black as well.

I used baby oil

@CB-RADIO-UK

8 ай бұрын

:-O

The method looks sound,but how much is this going to cost,You keep mentioning "pounds", are those like wampum or confederate dollars, Maybe Watto will finally take these republic credits for a new top...Outlander!

@CB-RADIO-UK

6 жыл бұрын

A 2.5 litre (whats that about half a US gallon) lasted me 4 applications or 2 years. Ive got the larger 5 ltr can now so should get 4 years from that.

@paulclark4305

5 жыл бұрын

I suppose it needs another video doing so Americans don't need to work things out.

I think I would like this product, but looks like you can only find it in England. Shipping is very expensive.

@CB-RADIO-UK

9 жыл бұрын

g r meyers Oh that's a pity. Do you have a camping outlet or perhaps an online camping shop as this is just a product used mostly for waterproofing tents. I am sure something else would work the same.

Stick with roof. When you say "hood" my thoughts go to the engine hood, not the roof. On this side of the pond we use roof not hood for the top of the car. A hood is where the engine resides under.

@CB-RADIO-UK

5 жыл бұрын

Over here the motor lives under a "bonnet". Funny old world eh ?

@fanfeck2844

3 жыл бұрын

Any sensible person knows a hood goes over your head