How Do I Caulk My Convertible Top?
Convertible tops require extra care and maintenance to keep them looking new. They need proper cleaning and oiling. If not given enough attention, they are more prone to cracking and peeling. When this happens, you can't do much to fix the problem aside from purchasing a new top, which will run you a couple hundred dollars. Applying caulk to your convertible top is a temporary solution. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Silicone caulk
- Bucket
- Water
- Mild car detergent
- Clean cloth
- Scissors
- Caulk gun
Instructions
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Purchase a tube of silicone caulk that best matches the color of your convertible top. Silicone caulk is available at your local hardware store. The most common colors available are white, black and tan.
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Fill a bucket with water. Add some mild car washing detergent to the water. Follow the manufacturer's directions. Soak a clean cloth in the soapy water and use it to clean the top of the convertible. Rinse the soapy water off the top and allow it to dry.
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Cut off the tip of the silicone caulk tube with a scissors. Place the tube into a caulk gun. Position the tip of the caulk tube over the crack in your convertible top. Squeeze the handle of the caulk gun to dispense caulk onto the crack.
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Use your finger to spread the caulk smooth over the crack. Allow the caulk to dry.
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