https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/ Discussed here are problems and solutions to convertible specific questions, including difficult to find part numbers and other convertible tech help. en Mon, 18 May 2026 12:02:28 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/ https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/convertibles/794773-asc-pics-how-they.html Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:08:37 GMT It amazes me that the convertibles were just cut up T-top cars. When they made the cut at the C-pillar and down the hatch opening, they simply folded over the cut metal edge and applied black seam... It amazes me that the convertibles were just cut up T-top cars. When they made the cut at the C-pillar and down the hatch opening, they simply folded over the cut metal edge and applied black seam sealer tape over the exposed bare metal to seal it. Then, the quarter panel spoiler piece was attached over this to complete the new body line. Structural enhancements like the subframe connectors were simply pop riveted into place with a separate new tonneau cover, trunk lid and convertible top added on to complete the conversion.

Are there any old pics/videos from ASC showing the work that was done to convert these cars? I know there are exploded parts diagrams on here showing the new parts that were added on, but any pics of the actual work being done on a 3rd gen at ASC?

I’ve looked at some of these cars over the years at the junkyard to learn how the conversions was done. To be honest, it seemed like it was a rather crude job in how they converted these cars. The pop riveted homemade looking sub frame connectors were already showing signs of rust and corrosion. The method of how they folded over the quarter panel flange after cutting it looked crude as well. It’s like they simply used a ball peen hammer to flatten down the edge. Maybe that’s what they actually did, I don’t know.

Don’t get me wrong, once the conversion was complete, these cars looked great. However, once you start taking things apart, you begin to see the rather crude way how they performed the conversions. I guess that’s the difference between an aftermarket convertible and a factory done convertible.

Comments?



]]> Convertibles Mikos_89 https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/convertibles/794773-asc-pics-how-they.html https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/convertibles/794705-tonneau-cover-electrical-information.html Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:25:56 GMT I own an 88 GTA convertible. It has solenoids for the latches for the tonneau cover but they are not connected to anything. The wires go to the trunk latch area. Does anyone have a schematic for... I own an 88 GTA convertible. It has solenoids for the latches for the tonneau cover but they are not connected to anything. The wires go to the trunk latch area.
Does anyone have a schematic for this circuit? Or how the circuit worked. I believe the trunk release button worked the tonneau cover?
Thanks
Kyle Clark
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