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Old Mar 12, 2025 | 12:49 PM
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My convertible top is wearing thin around frame hinges and has stains I cannot remove. If I were to replace the top what parts would be needed? I was thinking that the frame is good and I just need the top. Thoughts and part numbers appreciated.


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You should just need to replace the top and maybe the headliner if it is worn. The hardware should be good unless it has been damaged or bent.

When the time comes for my 2004, I am planning on a Robbins top to match the OEM black twill.
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Old Mar 13, 2025 | 09:09 AM
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Those diagrams are not the convertible.
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Inspect seals but if they are good just treat them and replace the top.

If you have not done a top you may want to secure a shop to do it.
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I have a shop, but I am supplying the parts, got a top lined up, just unsure of the part numbers for the seals/weather strip/ gasket running across the top on the windows.
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