conv top cover
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conv top cover
I have never used the snap down cover nor it seems anyone else has as it looks like it never was taken out of the cover. usually don't 't go over 30 miles on the interstate, mainly side roads 45 to 55 miles per hour. just wondering what all you conv. people do.
btw, the top is down whenever its 70 degrees or higher.
2006 black cat.
btw, the top is down whenever its 70 degrees or higher.
2006 black cat.
#2
the only possible issue is wear and grime on the headliner, perhaps above 50 the worst. i am even worse than you as i run open at 35 F and up and mostly close the roof when it is very hot or super-highway driving or dusty areas. since my trips can be short and i like the ability to close and open when i want, i seldom use the boot cover. you are doing no damage worth being concerned about.
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related to this topic, a question.
my headliner needs replacing which is part of the reason that i do not care to put on the boot cover. has anyone deleted the headliner and gone for the look of the unfinished interior. my other family car was this way stock and it looked fine as the pads and framework were very neat. curious if anyone tried this yet.
my headliner needs replacing which is part of the reason that i do not care to put on the boot cover. has anyone deleted the headliner and gone for the look of the unfinished interior. my other family car was this way stock and it looked fine as the pads and framework were very neat. curious if anyone tried this yet.
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You may get your answer soon as it is the only tatty thing in my car and thus motivates me to do something. A light colored item with stains is the worst to look at. Have to figure out how it attaches. I like your idea of using a different material such as vinyl. My thinking is to go with something dark that does not show dirt and maybe matches the roof or my blue dash cover. Paul's Jaguar in FL makes them. I wonder if he can make me a dark blue one. I have a great upholstery shop here in NYC, perhaps they can order it in a darker color.
My only concern with vinyl would be getting it to lay right and not eventually crack.
My only concern with vinyl would be getting it to lay right and not eventually crack.
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a few days ago i explored what the hood would look like without the headliner and what is involved in removal.
the underside of the hood is a yellowish pad that develops its own stains from moisture and has some cracking to it. it will not look nice unless the padding is replaced with something darker and with a better surface.
removing the headliner involves releasing some of the framework and looks to involve drilling out a few rivets.
Since mine is not ripped, I am thinking of having it removed so that I can dye it to a darker color. Perhaps I will just replace it, however I would like to address the issue with the bleed through that causes the stains. Treating the unseen side of the new one with a Scotch Guard or some other waterproofing will do the trick. It is obvious that the stains come through from the hood side.
the underside of the hood is a yellowish pad that develops its own stains from moisture and has some cracking to it. it will not look nice unless the padding is replaced with something darker and with a better surface.
removing the headliner involves releasing some of the framework and looks to involve drilling out a few rivets.
Since mine is not ripped, I am thinking of having it removed so that I can dye it to a darker color. Perhaps I will just replace it, however I would like to address the issue with the bleed through that causes the stains. Treating the unseen side of the new one with a Scotch Guard or some other waterproofing will do the trick. It is obvious that the stains come through from the hood side.
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