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I searched all the sites but the brain isn't working.
I found the stainless end caps on several sites.
BUT I can;t find the vinyl strip that covers the tacks on the #4 bow.
Anybody know wher i can get the 3 piece set.....or just the trim strip that goes across the top of #4 bow to hide the tacks?
Thanks!
I would either call Melanie at Al Knoch, or check with a local convertible top/auto upholstery shop. Knoch makes their own tops and might be willing to sell you just the trim strip, and a local top shop may have something laying around or may be able to get or make something up for.
doorgunner
Pretty sure it is the thinner one....or maybe not....not really sure...... If you want it just say so. The larger piece must be for the forward edge. I think I'm on my third (or fourth?) top since 1984.... not sure which kit this one came in..... don't even know why I hold onto this crap.
Last edited by carriljc; Jul 16, 2023 at 09:33 PM.
The vinyl trim strip I removed had a soft metal strip attached to it lengthways.
It was about 5/8" wide and 3/16" "tall".
Half of the vinyl trim strip is thin and covers the bendable soft metal.
The other half of the trim strip is much thicher.
You tack or staple the thin section of the vinyl trim strip to the bow tack strip thru the vinyl top.
Then you fold the thicker half of the vinyl-metl strip over the half you just tacked down
This method hides the tacks in the vinyl trim strip and "dresses-up" the area across the bow.
The stainless end caps hide both raw ends of the folded trim strip.
I hope that makes sense..
.I'll go to the garage to see if I save the worn-out original trim strip
It took 20 minutes but I found the original trim strip! Nasty, but let me clean it up to see if it's o.k....
A good wipe-down with alcohol......
Now some dye to see if it can be usable again...........
That was the first coat of dye...they recommend 3 coats for exterior use.
YOU GUYS have been great....I think this one will go another 50 years.
I'll tack it down then puta coat of Black silicone bathroom sealer over the tacked side.
Then I'll fold the thick part over the tacked part
THANKS AGAIN EVERYONE...
I'll transfer this thread to my build thread to save your names and advice!
Last edited by doorgunner; Jul 16, 2023 at 11:58 PM.
Dude..... I'll look but I think I threw mine away..... I'm somewhat of a packrat so hopefully I didn't toss it on one of my cleaning binges.
Originally Posted by gbvette62
I would either call Melanie at Al Knoch, or check with a local convertible top/auto upholstery shop. Knoch makes their own tops and might be willing to sell you just the trim strip, and a local top shop may have something laying around or may be able to get or make something up for.
Originally Posted by carriljc
doorgunner
Pretty sure it is the thinner one....or maybe not....not really sure...... If you want it just say so. The larger piece must be for the forward edge. I think I'm on my third (or fourth?) top since 1984.... not sure which kit this one came in..... don't even know why I hold onto this crap.
Originally Posted by doorgunner
The vinyl trim strip I removed had a soft metal strip attached to it lengthways.
It was about 5/8" wide and 3/16" "tall".
Half of the vinyl trim strip is thin and covers the bendable soft metal.
The other half of the trim strip is much thicher.
You tack or staple the thin section of the vinyl trim strip to the bow tack strip thru the vinyl top.
Then you fold the thicker half of the vinyl-metl strip over the half you just tacked down
This method hides the tacks in the vinyl trim strip and "dresses-up" the area across the bow.
The stainless end caps hide both raw ends of the folded trim strip.
I hope that makes sense..
.I'll go to the garage to see if I save the worn-out original trim strip
Originally Posted by carriljc
Yeah.... you're right. This isn't that. I'll look more but I must have tossed that 2-sided foldable one...
post the pic when you get it
Originally Posted by doorgunner
It took 20 minutes but I found the original trim strip! Nasty, but let me clean it up to see if it's o.k....
A good wipe-down with alcohol......
Now some dye to see if it can be usable again...........
That was the first coat of dye...they recommend 3 coats for exterior use.
YOU GUYS have been great....I think this one will go another 50 years.
I'll tack it down then puta coat of Black silicone bathroom sealer over the tacked side.
Then I'll fold the thick part over the tacked part
THANKS AGAIN EVERYONE...PROBLEM SOLVED>>>>YA"LL !
I'll transfer this thread to my build thread to save your names and advice!
@ carriljc
What ? / How's it attached / have any pictures of your rollbar & attachment points from inside or under the car
Does it fit both soft & hardtop ?
Thanks my husband has been thinking about installing one in our car
I responded to the PM if you want more pics. Not to clutter this thread but to just answer quickly. Welded to frame below. Fits both the hardtop and the softtop. Bought it as is.
Originally Posted by 1971CorvetteII
@ carriljc
What ? / How's it attached / have any pictures of your rollbar & attachment points from inside or under the car
Does it fit both soft & hardtop ?
Thanks my husband has been thinking about installing one in our car
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Help me find soft top parts.........
