Re-weatherproof soft top fabric?

[Imagineer]

Is there a product that folks use for re-weather proofing the inside of Jeep soft tops and door skins?

Last weekend I picked up a set of used door skins and frames and although the skins and windows are in good condition, I noticed that I can see daylight through pin holes in the door skins. I’m wondering if there’s something (Flex Seal maybe) that can be painted or sprayed on the inside of the fabric to make it weatherproof again?

 

[BlueC]

Sounds like the material isn't in good condition. If you intend to keep using it, I would look for tent repair stuff. Seal up the holes from the inside, and look for a water repellant to spray on the outside. I've been happy with 303 products. Just know it will require maintenance.

https://www.goldeagle.com/303-convertible/

https://www.amazon.com/303-Water-Stain-Repellant-Spray/dp/B000221H08/?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[jrfuda]

If you can get rid of the pinholes, 303 products are awesome. I use them on my Jeep, boat, and RV.

Fabric Guard if it is a fabric top: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KMYYQ5O buy the gallon and brush or roll it on to a VERY CLEAN top; spraying works too.
Aerospace Protectant if it is vinyl: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KN0UOEE also works on other plastic/vinyl like dash and trim
Clear for soft windows: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TUNST10
They also make a cleaner: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002KKHSS but I'm not convinced it's any better than any other cleaner

 

[DuckNut]

The pin holes should not be there. The canvas will have to be coated or replaced.

This actually might be a goid candidate for sprayable flex seal.

 

[MikekiM]

Seam Sealer will work 100%. I use it to seal the thread holes on DIY camping gear I make. But it is pretty obvious when it's applied.

You can try some bees wax. Available in a stick and in blocks and pucks. Rub it on the seam threads then buff it when you're done. It will fill the holes and no one will be the wiser. Hit your zippers while you're at it.. great lubricant. I do it a couple times a year.

 

[Imagineer]

Seam Sealer will work 100%. I use it to seal the thread holes on DIY camping gear I make. But it is pretty obvious when it's applied.

You can try some bees wax. Available in a stick and in blocks and pucks. Rub it on the seam threads then buff it when you're done. It will fill the holes and no one will be the wiser. Hit your zippers while you're at it.. great lubricant. I do it a couple times a year.

Thanks for the tip on the zippers. On my last TJ, all the zippers were frozen and disintegrated the moment I applied any force at all. Also, FWIW, I ordered Gearaid Seam Sealant.

 

[MikekiM]

Thanks for the tip on the zippers. On my last TJ, all the zippers were frozen and disintegrated the moment I applied any force at all. Also, FWIW, I ordered Gearaid Seam Sealant.

Gotcha.. when the seam sealer has cured sprinkle a little talcum powder on it. It will knock down the stickiness and shine.

The bees wax won't to much to release an already stuck zipper but will keep the zippers from getting stuck. I've found a letting them with a light spray of WD40 goes a long way to unsticking.

 

[jrfuda]

Seam Sealer will work 100%. I use it to seal the thread holes on DIY camping gear I make. But it is pretty obvious when it's applied.

Forgot about that, and 100% agree. Seam sealer has saved some of my stuff in the past.

I've used this version on heavy fabric seams https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0016HS8XC
I've used this on lighter fabric, like tents https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000XYQZD4

If you have torn seams, I've used this contraption https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049W6XRE to repair them followed by the heavier seam sealer and never had an issue in that spot again (one of the repair is better than original situations).

 

[MikekiM]

Forgot about that, and 100% agree. Seam sealer has saved some of my stuff in the past.

I've used this version on heavy fabric seams https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0016HS8XC
I've used this on lighter fabric, like tents https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000XYQZD4

If you have torn seams, I've used this contraption https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049W6XRE to repair them followed by the heavier seam sealer and never had an issue in that spot again (one of the repair is better than original situations).

Seam Sealer can be diluted with Mineral Spirits if you need a different consistency. I often dilute it 3:1 with Mineral Spirits. At that consistency it will lay on a bit thinner, is easier to work behind seams or into threads and makes a great adhesive for thin poly and DCF fabrics.