Convertable Top

JohnnyG · 05-09-2002, 02:59 PM

Can this be replaced in the driveway? If so, what kind of special equipment are you looking at to get the job done?

Thanks

BTW, I have a 1991 GT Vert.

Hozer 88GTConv · 05-09-2002, 03:47 PM

Anything is possible, but I've had my top replaced twice and I saw them use about a dozen specialized tools, none of them readily available at parts stores. It also took the coordinated efforts of several knowledgeable automotive upholsterers.
I have performed lots of machine work, but I personally didn't install my top because I wanted it to look good.
It cost me $600 bucks each time with a glass curtain.
Good luck.

05-09-2002, 02:59 PM	#1
JohnnyG Registered Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Baltimore, MD USA Posts: 105	Convertable Top Can this be replaced in the driveway? If so, what kind of special equipment are you looking at to get the job done? Thanks BTW, I have a 1991 GT Vert. __________________ 1991 GT Vert- Black/Black/Black Exhaust, Tremec, Tri-Ax, Centerforce Dual Friction, 3.73's, Rear Seat Delete MM Road & Track Kit PBR 5-Lug Brakes Cobra R's w/ 255 Rubber Rice Hater's Club #60

05-09-2002, 03:47 PM	#2
Hozer 88GTConv Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 706	Anything is possible... Anything is possible, but I've had my top replaced twice and I saw them use about a dozen specialized tools, none of them readily available at parts stores. It also took the coordinated efforts of several knowledgeable automotive upholsterers. I have performed lots of machine work, but I personally didn't install my top because I wanted it to look good. It cost me $600 bucks each time with a glass curtain. Good luck. __________________ 1988 GT Convertible 331 10:1 TW heads, GT-40 intake, MSD, TRW flattops, B Cam w/ 1.7's, MAC exhaust, 24's, 70 TB, 76 MAF, 3.73's, Pro 5.0, Koni's, Anderson PMS, Wideband 02, yatta, yatta... One week with new motor, two speeding tickets...joy

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