Convt. Top
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Heel & Toe
Joined: Aug 2005
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From: Torrance California
Convt. Top
My back window just popped right off the glue/adhesive just gave out due to me always putting up and down ALL THE TIME. Just needs to be cleaned then glue again, in my opinion. I went to an auto shop and said they couldn't fix it, went to an upholstery shop=can't fix it went to Chevy dealer=can't fix it, called a top shop=can't fix it. Anyone live in or around Torrance, CA know of any place I can go? Help or suggestions from others would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Jared C.
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Thanks,
Jared C.
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Melting Slicks
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From: East Lansing, Mi
Don't know what year yours is but my 2000 did the same thing. It really was just more from drying out and sun i.e. normal wear. I had to replace the convertible top. I got a great deal from a forum member and took it to a trim shop who put the new one on. Every place I took it said the same thing that it wasn't repairable.
I guess you could just try gluing it again but think new top is your best bet. Good luck.
I guess you could just try gluing it again but think new top is your best bet. Good luck.
Racer
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From: manahawkin,nj
I have seen a couple posts re. same problem. Guys said they fixed themselves by using silicone sealer as I recall. Tough part is figuring a way to clamp/keep pressure on til it sets up. what year is your car.
Drifting
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From: Hollywood Md
Goop
You might give "Goop" a try. Read the directions carefully. Goop is a contact cement with some flexibility and thickness. Clean both surfaces as best you can, then apply cement and allow drying time per directions. Press together firmly - no clamping should be necessary. Another set of hands is most helpful.
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Originally Posted by cenzo
You might give "Goop" a try. Read the directions carefully. Goop is a contact cement with some flexibility and thickness. Clean both surfaces as best you can, then apply cement and allow drying time per directions. Press together firmly - no clamping should be necessary. Another set of hands is most helpful.
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From: Bonita Springs Fl
I tried the silicone glue also. It just let go again the other day after about 8 mos. It stuck to the top and the glass but stretched like gum in the middle. This time I used 3M Scotch-Grip. I used duct tape to hold the window tight to the fabric. I put half on the top and half on the glass than used a wallpaler seam roller to get atight fit. Let it sit unlatched for two days to release the tension on the top by the back window. So far so good. I just did it friday. Wish I'd seen the JB stuff as I would have tried that.
Good luck and hope you find a solution.
Good luck and hope you find a solution.
Racer
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You can glue the glass back to the top. Use 3M Super Weather strip Adhesive. It has a peel strenth of 35 lbs.
http://products3.3m.com/catalog/us/e...er/output_html
You apply adhesive to both fabric and glass, let dry a few minutes and then press together. Before using the glue, clean the glass and remove the old bond strip (1" liner) between glass and fabric. .
http://products3.3m.com/catalog/us/e...er/output_html
You apply adhesive to both fabric and glass, let dry a few minutes and then press together. Before using the glue, clean the glass and remove the old bond strip (1" liner) between glass and fabric. .
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Racer
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From: Wappingers Falls NY
that happened to my 98' i glued it back with cyanoacylate glue ( used for plastic models) sort of a super superglue !! it bonds instantly and lasts for the past 2 yrs. just put a little strip on the glue strip then attach the glass it will bond instantly. be sure to stretch the top while applying , it will not move once the two parts touch !!!
