Targa Top
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Targa Top
What material is the targa top? Lexan? I just discovered mine has a 4 inch crack running from the center of the back edge towards the front. Right where the rear latch is. I know I need to drill a small hole at the end of the crack to stop it from spreading but I want to find out what the material is before I start drilling. Then I'll need to fill and or glue the crack, sand it down and polish it out I guess. I've been thinking about wrapping the top anyway. Maybe this is a good time to do it. Or I might paint it if I can figure out what paint will work on that top. Thanks!
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What material is the targa top? Lexan? I just discovered mine has a 4 inch crack running from the center of the back edge towards the front. Right where the rear latch is. I know I need to drill a small hole at the end of the crack to stop it from spreading but I want to find out what the material is before I start drilling. Then I'll need to fill and or glue the crack, sand it down and polish it out I guess. I've been thinking about wrapping the top anyway. Maybe this is a good time to do it. Or I might paint it if I can figure out what paint will work on that top. Thanks!
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Check in the C5 Parts for Sale section and see if you can pick up a used top in great condition for a very good price. They come up for sale often.
I have some files on refinishing the Lexan targa top and if you would like a copy, just PM me your e-mail address.
I have some files on refinishing the Lexan targa top and if you would like a copy, just PM me your e-mail address.
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[QUOTE=theoldmusicman;1597077110]. I've been thinking about wrapping the top anyway.
I would think twice about wrapping it. Gasses are released from Lexan which in turn can create bubbles under the wrap. I have no info on painting one.
I would think twice about wrapping it. Gasses are released from Lexan which in turn can create bubbles under the wrap. I have no info on painting one.
