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Old 09-04-2018, 01:46 PM
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Hi, I am a new guy- Cork. I have a 99 xk8 convertable. Had the green shower. So, i have no useable top. Dealer wants $6000 for complete 3 line redo. I wont pay it. I would pay $3000 max or ok with manual conversion. I can travel a bit. I live in Atlantic Cty, NJ.
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Old 09-04-2018, 04:07 PM
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Welcome to the forum Cork,

Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums. This is a regular issue but $6000 is an irregular cost. Do some reading and save lots of $$'s.

Follow this link
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Hello, Cork,
I'm a bit astonished that modern convertibles have such a weak spot. We read about that quite a lot on here.
Of course, my last convertible was a Classic Datsun Roadster, which, if I wanted the top up, I had to pull it up by hand. No green juice anywhere. I'm sorry this has happened to you.

I hope you get it fixed for a Lot less than even $3000!

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Welcome to Jaguar Forums Cork,

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welcome to the forum - check out Cabriolet Hydraulics or Tops online for replacement hoses - you can get a complete set of better quality, higher rated hoses for under $600, then replace yourself or a good indie can do for about $1200 enjoy!!!
 
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welcome to the forum - check out Cabriolet Hydraulics or Tops online for replacement hoses - you can get a complete set of better quality, higher rated hoses for under $600, then replace yourself or a good indie can do for about $1200 enjoy!!!
thanks. Need an indie anywhere near me
 
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Post the Indie question in US Northeast Region forum asking for recommendations.

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