Convertible top install on a 1989
5th Gear
Joined: Mar 2015
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From: Bakersfield CA
I dont remember mine having any metal strips it only had them to hold up the front and back of the headliner. And no problem i spent a month trying to get it figured out so any help i can provide to make somebodys life easier installing it.
OK thanks! So glue all 3 materials, 1 first and let it dry, makes sense as you can see how it will look like and can still fix it if needed. Cut the excess after installing rear weatherstripping.
I have a 1986 and the metal strip with 3 screws for the 2nd and 3rd bow, I wonder if those metal strips are needed at all.
I have a 1986 and the metal strip with 3 screws for the 2nd and 3rd bow, I wonder if those metal strips are needed at all.
5th Gear
Joined: Jan 2018
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Getting the old one off is half the battle. It took me about 12 hours to remove the old one(including complete removal of all the old glue residue) and just as long to put the new one on. I scored a video install VHS which has been floating around the forum for years which walked me through it.
Heel & Toe
Joined: Aug 2025
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From: AZ
Hoping i can Bring this thread back to life again.
went through the links here and this link is still active:
https://tech.corvettecentral.com/201...-installation/
it does seem to be fore the tops that had a glass plate instead of a folding plastic one, which is unfortunately what i have on my 1989.
I don't suppose i could get one of those dvds, but if anyone has any info links or tips that would be great
went through the links here and this link is still active:
https://tech.corvettecentral.com/201...-installation/
it does seem to be fore the tops that had a glass plate instead of a folding plastic one, which is unfortunately what i have on my 1989.
I don't suppose i could get one of those dvds, but if anyone has any info links or tips that would be great
