Need a new convertible top
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Haartz Stayfast canvas top delivered for about $650 6 years ago. Complete with instructions, flawless, no leaks or wind noise. You'll need a drill,, bits and a rivet gun. Better than new, GL!
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I purchased my first 350Z a bit over a month ago, its a project car. I will be installing a new top in the Spring ... I'll absolutely order the top from Topsonline and do the Robbins Stayfast top ($860).
As a suggestion, based on my experience with the only other top I have ever installed:
*Replace the tension bands when you replace the top.
*If your going to do the top yourself, do your homework ... there are several videos on YouTube ... some are much better than others. I saw one that is in many parts (6-10 segments), its very in depth and was helpful. You can't reduce a 12 hour job into 6 minutes without missing some very helpful info or important steps.
*Make sure you have all the rivets you'll need before you start the job ... stinks having your car under a tarp, hoping it doesn't rain while you hunt for parts.
*Take your time removing the old top ... don't hack the top off. The best way to learn how it goes on is to pay attention to how it came off.
Good luck.
Darin
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I ordered a top earlier this year, for my German 3 letter car, from topsonline ... they were absolutely awesome to work with. I installed the Stayfast top also, I think it looks better than the original rubberized vinyl top. I also opted for the Robbins top. Its more expensive than the other brands, but I thought that if Robbing is willing to warranty the top for 5 years vs. 1 or 3 years, its worth the additional $50(ish).
I purchased my first 350Z a bit over a month ago, its a project car. I will be installing a new top in the Spring ... I'll absolutely order the top from Topsonline and do the Robbins Stayfast top ($860).
As a suggestion, based on my experience with the only other top I have ever installed:
*Replace the tension bands when you replace the top.
*If your going to do the top yourself, do your homework ... there are several videos on YouTube ... some are much better than others. I saw one that is in many parts (6-10 segments), its very in depth and was helpful. You can't reduce a 12 hour job into 6 minutes without missing some very helpful info or important steps.
*Make sure you have all the rivets you'll need before you start the job ... stinks having your car under a tarp, hoping it doesn't rain while you hunt for parts.
*Take your time removing the old top ... don't hack the top off. The best way to learn how it goes on is to pay attention to how it came off.
Good luck.
Darin
I purchased my first 350Z a bit over a month ago, its a project car. I will be installing a new top in the Spring ... I'll absolutely order the top from Topsonline and do the Robbins Stayfast top ($860).
As a suggestion, based on my experience with the only other top I have ever installed:
*Replace the tension bands when you replace the top.
*If your going to do the top yourself, do your homework ... there are several videos on YouTube ... some are much better than others. I saw one that is in many parts (6-10 segments), its very in depth and was helpful. You can't reduce a 12 hour job into 6 minutes without missing some very helpful info or important steps.
*Make sure you have all the rivets you'll need before you start the job ... stinks having your car under a tarp, hoping it doesn't rain while you hunt for parts.
*Take your time removing the old top ... don't hack the top off. The best way to learn how it goes on is to pay attention to how it came off.
Good luck.
Darin
I am lucky enough to have a garage to park her in. Just have to put the Corvette outside whilst we do it.
Been watching the videos over and over. I am very **** retentive to doing car maintenance - even more so now that I am over 50!!
Last edited by KBoltz; Jan 13, 2022 at 10:58 AM.
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