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Old 10-13-2000, 12:40 PM
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Convertible Tops:

I have a 92 Conv. and recently my window broke in about 10 pieces. In calling shops regarding top replacement I am getting various prices, (some of these shops wont answer some of my questions) So, I want to purchase my top and bring it into them for install. Does anyone companies that sell tops online?

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Old 10-14-2000, 10:13 AM
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Check out www.gahh.com for your new top. They are located out of North Hollywood, CA. and the quality is as good as original. I ordered a new top for my car and installed it myself. The price was around $350.00 with shipping-much better than the $1000.00 or so I was being quoted here in the Sacramento area.

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Old 10-15-2000, 07:56 AM
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The best company I know of to get a top is:
http://www.autostyles.com/cf8793.htm



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Old 10-17-2000, 01:18 AM
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John Darragh, how was it to do the swap yourself...? Was it a PITA, or did you have any previous experience from such work...?

I seriously need to replace my top, but cant afford to have it done by somebody at the time.. it cost around $800 in this area. But, if I could possibly do it myself I might be able to do it...

Any input would be appreciated.


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Old 10-17-2000, 11:10 PM
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If the top itself is in good shape, an upholstery shop can sew in a new rear window for you. Otherwise, try these links: http://www.autostyles.com/cf8793.htm http://www.seatco.com/convertibles/c...et/camaro.html

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Replacing the top was an all day job that took some patience. I didn't have any prior experience, just determination that I could do the job myself and save hundreds of dollars. I followed the Chilton's manual top replacement procedures and everything was pretty straight forward. Compared with some of the mechanical work done on these boards, I would say that if you are not afraid to swap a camshaft or pull your trans. you should be able to do this yourself also.

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