MY02-03 soft top conversion on MY00?
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MY02-03 soft top conversion on MY00?
Do you have to replace the entire top and frame? How much should I expect to pay for the entire converson?
Thanks,
Jerry
Thanks,
Jerry
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You can simply replace the soft top to the newer ones with glass. You do not need to buy a new frame. The soft top can be had from hardtopguy for around $850. This price doesn't include the defroster, which is optional. If you have 10-15 hours of spare time you can install it yourself.
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HyperDimensions,
Do you mean that the soft top with glass rear window AND frame can be had for ~$850? I checked his site and could only find a blue top.
Jerry
Do you mean that the soft top with glass rear window AND frame can be had for ~$850? I checked his site and could only find a blue top.
Jerry
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I just switched my top a few weeks ago. I got the black '04 soft-top from "Hardtopguy" for $850 shipped to my door.
You only need the soft-top, the '00 frame fits the newer tops but you have to modify the frame a little by adding some straps to make it work correctly.
Look in the library on this site, there is a full "do-it-yourself" article that explains everything in detail. Like it says, be prepared to spend A LOT of time doing the installation if you do it yourself.
I've been qouted in the $1000 range to have a dealership do the installation, and i've heard a few upholestry shops may do it for anywhere between $300-$600.
You only need the soft-top, the '00 frame fits the newer tops but you have to modify the frame a little by adding some straps to make it work correctly.
Look in the library on this site, there is a full "do-it-yourself" article that explains everything in detail. Like it says, be prepared to spend A LOT of time doing the installation if you do it yourself.
I've been qouted in the $1000 range to have a dealership do the installation, and i've heard a few upholestry shops may do it for anywhere between $300-$600.
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I wrote the install on the top conversion and will confirm what has been said here. You'll need to purchase the softop from Hardtop guy for $850 or from your dealer for $1,100. The only additional parts you'll need are nylon and elastic straps from the fabric store and a rivet gun with misc rivets.
I've heard install prices ranging from $500 to $1,400. Check out my instructions in the library and decide if you can tackle the job yourself. It's probably worth doing it yourself.
I've heard install prices ranging from $500 to $1,400. Check out my instructions in the library and decide if you can tackle the job yourself. It's probably worth doing it yourself.
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Clovis,
Great write up on the conversion. This is waaaay beyond my skills. I guess I need to find someone to do it for me. Nice car by the way.
Jerry
Great write up on the conversion. This is waaaay beyond my skills. I guess I need to find someone to do it for me. Nice car by the way.
Jerry
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