C1 convertible frame restoration advice
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C1 convertible frame restoration advice
I have a 61 soft top frame that is all there and appears to be in generally good condition. i'd like to have it cleaned, painted ,repaired and new weatherstripping installed. Does anyone have experience with someone who provides this service? I live in Colorado near Denver so that would be nice if they were close by, even better if they would help with the frame install and adjustment once it was repaired. Any suggestions?
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C2 of Year Finalist (track prepared) 2019
When the top frame came back, there was no difference in the bent droop. None. Zip. Zero.
Coffman may have more expertise restoring C1 soft top frames than anyone, but they didn't do anything for my car's frame.
Epilogue: Sometime later I bought a compleat but ratty soft top and frame which I installed on my '60. It fits perfectly. No droop.
Jim
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Sully's in Fresno, also. He has made the top frame assemblies for more than 35 years. Not cheap, but first rate.
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might be worth the call?
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that turned out great
whoever gets mine is going to be in for a treat
whoever gets mine is going to be in for a treat