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Old May 17, 2008 | 06:18 PM
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Is it possible to replace a cracked fiberglass t-top skin/shell. I saw a post on here some time ago of a guy bonding a new shell on to a t-top frame. I recently acquired a used pair cheaply but instead of trying to fix a large crack in one of the tops I thought it might be easier to remove and bond on a new one. Where can they be purchased?
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Old May 17, 2008 | 07:24 PM
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Pretty sure it would be a lot easier to just fix a crack.
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I think Ron is right. Since you can get to both sides of the shell to do the repair that's probably the best and easiest way to go.
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Having unbonded old fiberglas, I have to say, go and fix the crack, its a lot easier.

Once you unbond the fiberglas it tends to warp some so when it comes time to fit things back together its a PITA.

just my $0.02.
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