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ronn · 10-30-2018, 10:43 AM

I know this has been discussed, but cant find the thread...

best black top coatings for vinyl roof?

mine is dried out and faded.

thanks!

ModelAMike1930 · 10-30-2018, 02:52 PM

Why not use rattle can bed liner instead.

1931 flamingo · 10-30-2018, 05:11 PM

Griott (sp) used to have a top dressing I think.

Paul in CT

ronn · 10-30-2018, 05:13 PM

bed liner is flat, if Im not mistaken. Wtd a dressing of sorts.........

not familiar with Griott- will try and look it up

lrjones · 10-30-2018, 05:41 PM

I looked for something awhile ago and someone said, or I read "Dupont 7 Auto Top Finish & Thickote" was what they used to use but it wasn't made anymore. I went on ebay and looked for it and there was none but they would email me if some came up. Got an email the other day that some was listed. I had already used something else. Just do a search on ebay using that phrase and it should come up. Have no idea if it works or not.

Tacoma Bob · 10-30-2018, 06:17 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 1931 flamingo

Griott (sp) used to have a top dressing I think.

Paul in CT

Unfortunately griots discontinued the product. The flagship store is right here in Tacoma, WA I e-mailed them and they informed me that it was a non seller. They went on to say if demand was high they would bring it back. I have just enough for one or two more applications. It was great stuff dammit.

Chuck Sea/Tac · 10-30-2018, 06:50 PM

I use top dressing from (oh my God) Macs. It’s nasty stuff but lasts several years.

duke36 · 10-30-2018, 07:35 PM

If it's black long/ short grain vinyl (synthetic), there is vinyl fabric spray in gloss and flat made for that at most auto stores. Stays flexible.

Richard in Anaheim CA · 10-31-2018, 12:56 AM

I have good luck with Armoral which I buff dry after 15 minutes.

Back to Black works pretty good too. Its amazing, goes on clear and the black pops right back.

ryanheacox · 10-31-2018, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuck Sea/Tac

I use top dressing from (oh my God) Macs. It’s nasty stuff but lasts several years.

What's that stuff like? And is there any other supplier for it?

Chuck Sea/Tac · 10-31-2018, 10:02 PM

You have to be very carefull and not get on the paint. Also has to be rubbed in to get it even. It does stain, so you need gloves. The only place I’ve seen it is Macs, but things change.

160B · 11-01-2018, 05:57 PM

I use Dupont THICKOTE top dressing. No longer made but you can find it at swap meets and on eBay. I have a 1931 160B with the original top and it works great for sealing leaks.

On eBay I always contact the seller to see if the can is empty and for display or does it have the product still in the can.

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https://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-DU-...53.m1438.l2649

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Mike V. Florida · 11-01-2018, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tacoma Bob

Unfortunately griots discontinued the product. The flagship store is right here in Tacoma, WA I e-mailed them and they informed me that it was a non seller. They went on to say if demand was high they would bring it back. I have just enough for one or two more applications. It was great stuff dammit.

What is their address, or other contact information? We can give it to the vendors and they can contact Griots to express demand.

10-30-2018, 10:43 AM	#1
ronn Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NNNNNNNNJJJJJJJJJJ Posts: 6,787	black top coating............ I know this has been discussed, but cant find the thread... best black top coatings for vinyl roof? mine is dried out and faded. thanks!

10-30-2018, 02:52 PM	#2
ModelAMike1930 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Illinois Posts: 382	Re: black top coating............ Why not use rattle can bed liner instead.

10-30-2018, 05:11 PM	#3
1931 flamingo Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: new britain,ct 06052 Posts: 9,390	Re: black top coating............ Griott (sp) used to have a top dressing I think. Paul in CT

10-30-2018, 05:13 PM	#4
ronn Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NNNNNNNNJJJJJJJJJJ Posts: 6,787	Re: black top coating............ bed liner is flat, if Im not mistaken. Wtd a dressing of sorts......... not familiar with Griott- will try and look it up

10-30-2018, 05:41 PM	#5
lrjones Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Brooklyn Michigan Posts: 53	Re: black top coating............ I looked for something awhile ago and someone said, or I read "Dupont 7 Auto Top Finish & Thickote" was what they used to use but it wasn't made anymore. I went on ebay and looked for it and there was none but they would email me if some came up. Got an email the other day that some was listed. I had already used something else. Just do a search on ebay using that phrase and it should come up. Have no idea if it works or not.

10-30-2018, 06:50 PM	#7
Chuck Sea/Tac Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Between Seattle & Tacoma Posts: 2,354	Re: black top coating............ I use top dressing from (oh my God) Macs. It’s nasty stuff but lasts several years.

10-30-2018, 07:35 PM	#8
duke36 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Posts: 1,414	Re: black top coating............ If it's black long/ short grain vinyl (synthetic), there is vinyl fabric spray in gloss and flat made for that at most auto stores. Stays flexible.

10-31-2018, 12:56 AM	#9
Richard in Anaheim CA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Anaheim California Posts: 551	Re: black top coating............ I have good luck with Armoral which I buff dry after 15 minutes. Back to Black works pretty good too. Its amazing, goes on clear and the black pops right back.

10-31-2018, 10:02 PM	#11
Chuck Sea/Tac Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Between Seattle & Tacoma Posts: 2,354	Re: black top coating............ You have to be very carefull and not get on the paint. Also has to be rubbed in to get it even. It does stain, so you need gloves. The only place I’ve seen it is Macs, but things change.