How to CLEAN PLASTIC CONVERTIBLE WINDOWS

[@pfaris2]

Didn’t even know this was possible! Wow, looks great compared to original

[@HelpMeDIY]

+pfaris22 thanks man 😁

[@philrivera1413]

Another great video for us all who have the plastic rear window. I could use this process on my 1998 986 as well Aaron - thank you!

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Phil Rivera yessir! 🍻

[@jadamsnz]

Your channel has inspired me to work on my 1997 986. So far I've replaced the (ugly original) wheels with 18" Cayman wheels, replaced the trunk and frunk shocks, fixed a non-functioning driver's seat electric back adjust, fixed the louvers I accidentally disconnected in the HVAC vents when I removed cup holders from them. Still on my to do list is fix a broken piece of trim around the convertible mechanism that rattles like mad and refurbish the leather seats. I'm also considering doing the mod where you replace the convertible's top front location points with 987 ones to reduce the creaking of the top when up - anyone have experience with that?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+John Adams glad it’s been an inspiration! Never heard of that mod before...

[@MikeStrip]

I had a upholstery shop install some 30 gauge vinyl last year replacing my back window and after a year it started to look like this as well. Great video. I would love to see a video showing an affordable option for replacing the plastic back window with a glass one.

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+Mike Strip thanks! 🍻

[@TheChrisParkhouse]

Looks great! Love all your Boxster videos. I’ve just purchased a lovely lapis blue 986 2003 here in the UK. I won’t be doing too much work on it myself but still find them really helpful for what to do get a specialist to do or not!

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Chris Parkhouse thanks and enjoy the new ride!

[@joef2593]

Definitely needed to see this, mine is way worse, thanks guys!

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+Joseph Farley post a before and after on my Facebook page so we can see 😁

[@Mary-tr1ul]

Hi Erin, I just started to watch all your KZbin videos today, I love this one, look so good after, please send Shawn over to my house to do my two convertibles, (just kidding), after watching I order the same product on Amazon (over $100+), try it myself, I will forward your video to all my friend, thank you Mary

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Mary you’re welcome! I’m a male though, so it’s “Aaron” 😉🍻

[@Mary-tr1ul]

sorry for the misspell your name? Thank you! Love your video!

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Mary no worries 😁🍻

[@sivispacemparabellum8592]

Could you make a video on how to restore the small cracks and holes that develop in the folds of the plastic when storing the convertible top? It's possible that water may enter through there, but I don't see a way to fix it (aside from replacing the convertible top).

[@HelpMeDIY]

+@sivispacemparabellum8592 I don’t know of a way to do that 🤷‍♂️

[@sivispacemparabellum8592]

I had thought about applying some type of glue (flexible and rubbery) and baking soda to fill in, in conjunction with some type of waterproofing. What I would still need to know is what glue to use... one that won't burn the plastic, won't dry out and cause further fractures, etc. I had thought about using glue for ping pong paddles - which is rubbery (and I understand would withstand the folding of the convertible top). It's a topic for which I can't find any videos on KZbin, no information in forums. It probably generates traffic for you; give it some thought. Many of us want to solve this problem (which everyone experiences sooner or later), and besides the cost of replacing the top, I'm not confident that it will be perfect in terms of opening, closing, and sealing@@HelpMeDIY

[@HelpMeDIY]

@@sivispacemparabellum8592 I agree it would be a great solution (and video)! Not having a Boxster anymore makes it pretty hard to come up with something unfortunately. Sounds like a great project for someone to try and if they figure something out, meet up with me and we can make a video to help the community 😉🍻

[@sivispacemparabellum8592]

It would be a pleasure to meet up. If you happen to be in Asturias (Spain), let me know, and we can have some ciders ;)@@HelpMeDIY

[@HelpMeDIY]

@@sivispacemparabellum8592 that would be awesome! 🍻

[@yuhyuhyuhyuh135]

great video bro

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+Dash Wolcott thanks! 🍻

[@dolph7656]

Thanks for the great advice. I have a 2002 Boxster and have always cleaned/polished the vinyl window by hand. Never thought of using an orbital. The inside does get fogged up I believe due to heat when it is stowed and clearly shows some round marks etc. Cleaning it with the top in place requires you to be a contortionist and its hard to keep from being sloppy. Opening the top a bit makes it easier but much less effective and likely slopier. Any further advice regarding possible tools to use on the inside to make the job easier would be greatly appreciated!

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Dolph 😎

[@aidenchristian23]

What was the name of the compound chemical that you used on the window before you applied the polish chemical,loved how this turned out!

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Aiden Christian waxedshine one hybrid compound + polish

[@sandylivingston6855]

What kind of cloth do you use.

[@HelpMeDIY]

@@sandylivingston6855 I’ll add the microfiber cloths to the description

[@kellynash4588]

Great video 👍 Have you decided what to do with your bumper yet?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+kelly nash not yet...

[@MyFuriousGeorge]

Great video. makes me think about headlight polishing kits. Would they work on badly obscured tops. I have two convertibles with issues and thinking I should try it.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Carlos Alberto not sure… the one I used recently probably wouldn’t. Last step is a sort of ceramic coating the brings the clarity, but you don’t want that on plastic that bends and folds.

[@bionictulip]

Re: Ceramic Coating: No, don't ceramic coat a flexible surface. Ceramic is rigid. It won't survive on a surface that is bending almost 180 degrees in some spots. You could try graphene spray coatings that have a 3-6 month life, but don't use ones with SiO2 in them.

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+bionictulip good tips thanks!

[@alexpalacios1566]

Great video, thanks! I am going with the Sonax Perfect Finish as my compound polish on my 996 rear window. Can you tell me which polish Shawn used after the compound?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Alex Palacios link to the polish Is in the description I believe

[@ivanmeljac350]

Hi, can you please tell me what compound product your are using as the first step on the plastic window? Thanks.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Ivan Meljac the products should be in the description

[@leshionlivingston3837]

My haze on my 1970 Torino gt convertible is bad. is this a great recommendation?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+LESHION LIVINGSTON enjoy seeing through it once again 😁🍻

[@rally4vets]

I have a Boxster window I need to do. Could you please list the actual products he used? Thanks.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+VetsRally4Vets did you see the products in the description? Those are the links he gave me.

[@rally4vets]

@@HelpMeDIY Got it. Thanks. Very nice video.

[@HelpMeDIY]

@@rally4vets you’re welcome 🍻

[@alexmessina3383]

Ok thnx. So u wldnt use a rotary first even a screen in slightly worse condition??

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Alex Messina I think so!

[@machito179]

Mine is yellow I think its sun burn what can I do to clean it

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+Edward Suarez did you try this yet?

[@serlasco]

Hey Aaron, my Boxster started making a snapping sound when the convertible roof is almost closed. The button works and the roof moves when I attempt to open and close it but it is when it gets near being completely closed, I hear the snapping sound only one time. Any idea what it might be? Thanks, love your videos

[@HelpMeDIY]

+SERG yikes. Could be part of the gear/motor mechanism or something in there binding/interfering with the normal operation. I’ve never experienced it personally so I don’t have any wonderful advice or specific suggestions for you, sorry! If you get it diagnosed and fixed I’d love to know what it ended up being! Take some pics and video 😉

[@serlasco]

@@HelpMeDIY Dang :/ thanks for the reply! I'll for sure keep you updated

[@timcheou5649]

I have used many window plastic product it doesnt work well even with machine, my buddy has use wax and cut he is pro detailer like this gentleman, and he got it perfect clean. Someone say use 75 percent alchohol, i have no idea. Plastic x dont work very well.

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+@timcheou5649 what he did obviously worked really well

[@goldpony10]

I did not catch the products he used

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Emanuel Recupero check the video description 😉🍻

[@beelee8989]

Why don't you tell us the products you're using?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Bee Lee thought I did. And the same or comparable ones should be in the description

[@28761d]

That's already clean. Not a good example. Use a window that's really hazy/cloudy.

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+Debbi Ellis I don’t let things I own get THAT bad 😂