Yes, I have heard this for many years, and Maguiars now recommends they not
be used on the paint also, only soft terry towels. I also believe the main
reason for yellowing is "SOAP", and not properly cleaning the window, which
also includes however you dry it. "FT
----- Original Message -----
From: Pat Fischer <pfischer@unicom.net>
To: HARRIS, ALAN J <AHARRIS@entergy.com>
Cc: <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, November 25, 1999 11:46 PM
Subject: Re: UV protectant for convertible rear window
>
> Please forgive my late post on this topic. I've been off the list
> and my computer for a few days.
>
> I had heard once that using a chamois on convertible windows made
> them yellow - something about oil from the animal skin. I've made
> it a practice to always use a towel on the window even if I used
> a chamois on the rest of the car, and I've never had a
> convertible top yellow. On the other hand, I've always had a
> garage or carport, too, so perhaps sun protection had something
> to do with it. Of course these days there are a lot of
> alternatives to the organic chamois.
>
> Has anyone else heard of this theory?
>
> Pat Fischer
> TR250
>
> "HARRIS, ALAN J" wrote:
> >
> > I'm a new lister and am fascinated with the wealth of information which
is
> > freely disseminated...bravo. I just had the top replaced and went to all
the
> > auto stores looking for a UV protectant, so I don't end up with a yellow
> > rear window. I found cleaners, but no protectors. Does anyone have a
> > suggestion?
> > Thanks,
> > Alan Harris
> > 1969 TR6
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