Convertible top replacement questions. . . .
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Racer
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Convertible top replacement questions. . . .
I am going to have my top replaced in the not so distant future.
A review of earlier threads seems to have Al Knoch selling the best replacement.
What else should I order? (front and rear weatherstrip?)
What should I expect to pay to have it replaced?
Thanks
A review of earlier threads seems to have Al Knoch selling the best replacement.
What else should I order? (front and rear weatherstrip?)
What should I expect to pay to have it replaced?
Thanks
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From: Lake Norman NC
Re: Convertible top replacement questions. . . . (hudman)
Al Knoch has the correct tops with the dielectrical seals and right vinyl material...best to have all the weatherstripping, no way out of that one....to have a pro do it, expect to pay $500-1000..well around here anyways. i have a custom made Canvas (same heavy material used on C5 verts) on mine..wasn't cheap..my dad did the installation and its just as good if not better than a professional.
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Re: Convertible top replacement questions. . . . (hudman)
I didn't replace anything.. My weatherstrip was still usable...
I did the install myself.. Takes around 3 - 4 hours...
Well - the first time that I ever did a convertible top - it took my over 6 hours... but now - I can almost get it done in 3 hours..
I did the install myself.. Takes around 3 - 4 hours...
Well - the first time that I ever did a convertible top - it took my over 6 hours... but now - I can almost get it done in 3 hours..
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Re: Convertible top replacement questions. . . . (GrandSportC3)
I didn't replace anything.. My weatherstrip was still usable...
I did the install myself.. Takes around 3 - 4 hours...
Well - the first time that I ever did a convertible top - it took my over 6 hours... but now - I can almost get it done in 3 hours..
I did the install myself.. Takes around 3 - 4 hours...
Well - the first time that I ever did a convertible top - it took my over 6 hours... but now - I can almost get it done in 3 hours..
Melting Slicks
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Re: Convertible top replacement questions. . . . (Redshark6974)
i have a custom made Canvas (same heavy material used on C5 verts) on mine..wasn't cheap..
..If you dont mind me asking that is..
thx
chad
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From: Lake Norman NC
Re: Convertible top replacement questions. . . . (71'AirStrike)
the top alone is about $1000 with everything, its custom canvas, with a special made smaller back window (if you notice, the stock tops have a really wide and tall window)...pads, straps, weatherstripping...not including installation.
