First Step...
Well, since it was extra warm today and I didn't get up extra early decided to go ahead and treat the top with the Ragg Topp I got.
1. got out the shop-vac and vacummed the top (this is the way I've been trying to clean it since it was recommended early on. It was very dusty and figured this would be a good way to get the most off before I started)
2. rinsed the top (used the garden hose but since it was basically clean I think next time I'll use a bug sprayer (car only) to keep as much off the paint - didn't want to wash it since it was in the sun so I tried to keep the paint sheeted).
3. sprayed the cleaner and went at it with a soft brush (one actually designed to wash RV's that my in-laws had)
4. Rinse, rinse, and more rinsing (wanted to be sure it was thoroughly rinsed. this was followed with a quick pat down with a mf towel to prevent water spots)
5. waited till it was really hot this afternoon and went out with a roll of painters tape and some papers.
6. sprayed (paranoid about getting any on the glass or paint), waited 20, sprayed again (still paranoid), as I took the tape off I decided to hit the back panel one more time since it takes the most dirt and elements, taped the window and boot better, sprayed the back one last time (a lot less paranoid because I had used the tape from the front of make SURE that overspray wasn't going no were.
NOTE: Next time I'm making sure I have enough tape to cover it where I don't have to worry
7. admired. It's actually black again. Don't know about beading but it's in the 90's with hot, hot sun so it should cure good
As always, comments, criticism, pointers, etc are welcomed and appreciated. Would have taken process shots but it's just too darn hot but plan to do befores when I start the wash.
