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Old 04-11-2014, 02:33 PM
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I have a transparent top with the spider cracks. I like the top but would also like the solid top too. I had an idea but don't know if it will work. Could I install a vinyl wrap on the damaged transparent top? Then I could have that as my solid top and I could buy a new transparent top.
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I dont see why not. Sounds like a good plan to me.
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I dont see why not. Sounds like a good plan to me.
I agree. I've been playing with carbon fiber wrap. That's a clever idea. I bet it would work great.
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I would consider buying an interior roof panel, (like the one sold by DSV) to cut down on sound and heat transfer as well.
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My top had two small cracks in it as well. I really like it and hope it doesn't get much worse. I do like your wrap idea!
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I agree. I've been playing with carbon fiber wrap. That's a clever idea. I bet it would work great.
This wrap I've been playing with is expensive but really good quality. I bought the gloss wrap. I'm working up to doing the pieces in the dash and door panels. The stuff matches my real carbon fiber perfectly. I wonder what it would look like with a clear coat? My car is Cyber Gray. The top on mine? Hmmmmm. Interesting thought. Naaaaaaaa. I'd have it done. Lol....

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