We've had terrific luck with 303 Protectant -- think of it as what ArmorAll should have been.  Among other things, it reconditions the surface and provides ongoing UV protection.

Also good (in fact, the only product approved by many manufacturers) for things like latex gaskets on kayaking gear.

Tom Probst
'87 Weekender 127k

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> From:         David Devere
> Reply To:     David Devere
> Sent:         Friday, July 26, 2002 7:41 AM
> To:   vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject:      Luggage rack and poptop
>
> Goodmorning all,
>         My question is; how do I protect my pop top and luggage rack?  I get a white powderey substance on my hand when I rub it on the surface.  What should I do to change this?  My van lives everyday of it's life outside in the elements.  Also the luggage rack tie downs are quite rusted anyone had any expirence changing these out?
>
> Thanks -Dave
> 87 Syncro Westy 176,000
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