What to do before convertible top restoration, tips on top selection - 04/02/21 01:51 AM
Hello All,
What convertible support items are worthy of checking prior to installing a new top? eg Hydraulic motor, cylinders, cables, etc. Also, have the option of a glass or vinyl rear window. Which would you favor? This car is a driver, so we would take it on cruises, car shows, for ice cream and will probably not show it. However, we want to keep it mostly original, but have went non-original in certain instances. Can also pick between original vinyl or cloth (like a BMW). The old vinyl exterior has held up well for over 37 years but the padding beneath is well worn. Haven’t seen cloth on a firebird but liked it on other makes. Have zero experience with convertible restoration so wondering what I should do before repairing the top.
Thanks
Joe
67 Fb vert, 326, auto, air
What convertible support items are worthy of checking prior to installing a new top? eg Hydraulic motor, cylinders, cables, etc. Also, have the option of a glass or vinyl rear window. Which would you favor? This car is a driver, so we would take it on cruises, car shows, for ice cream and will probably not show it. However, we want to keep it mostly original, but have went non-original in certain instances. Can also pick between original vinyl or cloth (like a BMW). The old vinyl exterior has held up well for over 37 years but the padding beneath is well worn. Haven’t seen cloth on a firebird but liked it on other makes. Have zero experience with convertible restoration so wondering what I should do before repairing the top.
Thanks
Joe
67 Fb vert, 326, auto, air