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Sep 2, 2005 | 08:10 PM

bcresc

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From: Enfield, CT

Acrylic Top

My acrylic top looks like there is a clear coat that is starting to flake off. Has anyone seen this before, and if so, is there a fix? Thanks, Bob

Sep 2, 2005 | 08:36 PM

leaftye

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I've never heard of a fix, but you should still try giving Astro-tops in Alabama a call and let us know what they say.

Sep 3, 2005 | 03:27 PM

billjax

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Originally Posted by bcresc

My acrylic top looks like there is a clear coat that is starting to flake off. Has anyone seen this before, and if so, is there a fix? Thanks, Bob

Mine has just started doing it on my 02. The car is a dd and the acrylic top has been on continuously since the car was new. Got the solid top in a bag under the bed, where it's safe!

Wonder if GMPP wil cover a replacement?

Sep 3, 2005 | 04:51 PM

VMI07

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same problem. I have a 97. I am the third owner. Car was in the southwest. I figured it was from the sun. I'm sure there is a fix. Keep in touch. I'll do the same.

VMI07

Sep 3, 2005 | 08:56 PM

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What year is the car?

Sep 4, 2005 | 09:34 AM

bcresc

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My car is a '99. This problems started with a small line, about 1/4" long and is spreading like crazy. It has grown to about 6" long in a month. I took it to a local body shop and they had no idea what to do about it.
Thanks,
Bob

Sep 4, 2005 | 09:49 AM

papas97

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Have not found a repair. Had mine painted.

Sep 5, 2005 | 09:58 AM

lioninavette

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From: Ponderables, yes. My opinion, not totally. Preaching...I don't have a pulpit. Fact and generalizations about what I am reading on behalf of what you tell me...absolutely.

You should see mine! About 4 in wide and goes the full width of the top. And its getting worse. The car is garage kept, but that does not seem to help. I have been looking for a fix too. It doesn't leak, so I can't justify the buying of a new one right now.

I have heard of some people painting their top and others tinting the top on the outside.

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Originally Posted by bcresc

My acrylic top looks like there is a clear coat that is starting to flake off. Has anyone seen this before, and if so, is there a fix? Thanks, Bob