Replacing your vinyl top is best done at an automotive upholstery shop (or even a body shop). On most vehicles with a landau top, the top vinyl layer can be replaced by removing the molding and clips that hold it in place. You'll want to save the molding and clips, so you can reuse them on your new top.
What was the point of vinyl tops?
Vinyl roofs started out early in automotive history, going as far back as the 1920s. They started as a necessity because, well, cars needed roofs to keep the rain off of the occupants. Vinyl was used to replicate the appearance of a movable top, similar to one on a horse carriage.Jun 19, 2017
How do you restore a vinyl top?
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Can a vinyl top be removed from car?
Pull the vinyl cover off of the car. If the adhesive is still sticky, you may have to use a putty knife to help break the bond between the vinyl and the top of the car. You can also heat the adhesive with a heat gun to loosen it enough to remove the vinyl. ... Sand the roof of the car until the bare metal is exposed.
How long does a vinyl top last?
1. A properly maintained convertible top lasts an average of 5-7 years. 2. Never put a convertible top down when the temperature is below 60 degrees.Sep 7, 2012
Can you remove a vinyl top?
Removing a vinyl top for keeps is one of the hardest things you can do in bodywork because of the rust and glue underneath. It is easier to replace the vinyl top, then you can kill the rust and paint the top with POR15 and cover the whole mess with new vinyl. This is much easier than trying to refinish the roof.Sep 20, 2010
How often does a convertible top need to be replaced?
Tops generally last 10-12 years depending on care, storage, maintenance, and amount of use. That being said, we have seen tops that are 15 years old that still look good so there are many factors.