05-05-2007, 09:34 AM
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why not just file a claim to get the whole top replaced, and just pay the deductable?
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05-05-2007, 10:10 AM
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Well, I thought about whole top replacement, and even considered an aftermarket GAHH or Robbins top, but I would prefer to stick with OEM. And to to a new canvas top with plastic window at the dealer is $3,800.00. If I claimed that on my insurance I'm guaranteed higher rates come renewal time. I'd rather not claim something like this anyway. $750 is no big deal out of pocket and my top is in great shape otherwise so I can't justify an entirely new top. I'd be happy with a new claerer plastic window.
Jeff
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05-05-2007, 03:58 PM
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Don't know if this will matter to you or not, but you do know that when they sew in a new plastic window, they have to cut out the old one, so when they sew in a new one, the replacement window will be slightly larger than the original one. Not a big deal, but it won't be the same size as OEM. If your insurance co. is willing to cover a new top, why not just get a glass windowed GAHH or Robbins top? No more worries of someone slicing your plastic window right? 
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Originally Posted by jl1252
Well, I thought about whole top replacement, and even considered an aftermarket GAHH or Robbins top, but I would prefer to stick with OEM. And to to a new canvas top with plastic window at the dealer is $3,800.00. If I claimed that on my insurance I'm guaranteed higher rates come renewal time. I'd rather not claim something like this anyway. $750 is no big deal out of pocket and my top is in great shape otherwise so I can't justify an entirely new top. I'd be happy with a new claerer plastic window.
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05-05-2007, 06:37 PM
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I think I paid 600.00 to have the plastic window replaced by one of the best (and most expensive) shops around.
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05-05-2007, 07:04 PM
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Does anyone have any thoughts about how I can fix the cut while I decide what to do? I mean, is there a product that can chemically mend the cut back together so that water doesn't seep in?
Jeff
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05-05-2007, 07:24 PM
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Originally Posted by jl1252
Does anyone have any thoughts about how I can fix the cut while I decide what to do? I mean, is there a product that can chemically mend the cut back together so that water doesn't seep in?
Jeff
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2 words..
DUCT TAPE 
sorry
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05-05-2007, 08:03 PM
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If you're going to tape it, might as well go for clear packing (shipping) tape - at least it will be less noticeable that way. It won't hold up for years (will likely yellow over time) but will look better than silver/grey for the short while that you'll need it.
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05-06-2007, 05:21 AM
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Does anyone have any thoughts about how I can fix the cut while I decide what to do? I mean, is there a product that can chemically mend the cut back together so that water doesn't seep in?
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Yes, there is something perfect for that. Go to Lowe's and buy Loctite Vinyl, Fabric & Plastic Flexible Adhesive. It's about $5.99. I put a stress crack in my window over the winter and used this to glue it together. So far it has held perfectly, and I've put the top up and down a couple of dozen times. My tear is right against the fabric and you can't even tell it's glued together.
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05-06-2007, 10:33 AM
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Yes, there is something perfect for that. Go to Lowe's and buy Loctite Vinyl, Fabric & Plastic Flexible Adhesive. It's about $5.99. I put a stress crack in my window over the winter and used this to glue it together. So far it has held perfectly, and I've put the top up and down a couple of dozen times. My tear is right against the fabric and you can't even tell it's glued together.
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Great, thank you Chills,,,thats exactly what I was looking for!
Jeff
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09-30-2009, 10:34 PM
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Chills comes to the rescue again. I just developed a 3" crack and will be headed to Lowe's this weekend.
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Originally Posted by Chills
Yes, there is something perfect for that. Go to Lowe's and buy Loctite Vinyl, Fabric & Plastic Flexible Adhesive. It's about $5.99. I put a stress crack in my window over the winter and used this to glue it together. So far it has held perfectly, and I've put the top up and down a couple of dozen times. My tear is right against the fabric and you can't even tell it's glued together.
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10-01-2009, 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by jl1252
Does anyone have any thoughts about how I can fix the cut while I decide what to do? I mean, is there a product that can chemically mend the cut back together so that water doesn't seep in?
Jeff
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Depending on how big your cut is, I used silcon (pliable) cauking to keep the rain out. If the cut is big you can always use a needle and fishing line (clear) to get it close enough to use silicon cauking. The cauking remains pliable so you can still lower and raise your top.
Duct tape on a Porsche? Are you nuts!! 
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10-01-2009, 08:25 AM
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I got a new GAHH top (glass window) put on yesterday: literally.
After 6 years, clouds and cracks in the plastic forced my hand. My car was 100% OEM -- so I didn't take the decision to go with a non-OEM top lightly.
I could not be happier. The top is of equal/better quality and fit to the OEM top and the smaller window seems to give it a ever-so-slightly more streamlined profile. I like the look better than the OEM. I don't think anyone other than a Boxster owner would know it is not from the Porsche factory.
Also fully loaded cost was $2200 -- I'll pocket the differential between this and the OEM.
Long way of saying -- OEM is great. But so is the GAHH top!
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