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Old 01-15-2013, 08:34 AM   #1
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i went with a GAHH top and love it. i like the slight change in the profile and shape of the car that it brings as well as the more "aggressive" look. of course no longer dealing with the plastic is reward enough.

as for the lowered visibility behind you, it's something you get used to quickly. you can still see behind you, but you no longer see into the cabs of pickup trucks. that's about it.

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Old 01-15-2013, 08:52 AM   #2
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Finding the OEM glass top and frame

from the 03-04 models would be nice but I would have a problem paying the premium required for the later model top/frame and installing a potentially 8-10 year old convertible top when I could get a brand new one for much less.
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Old 01-16-2013, 12:57 PM   #3
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I went with Robbins w/glass, against the wishes of my indy mechanic. Robbins tops do however come with a "service strap" cord to hold it up and out of the way for engine access. Visibility is reduced considerably, but a hidden benefit is it blocks headlight glare in your rear view mirror when trucks ride your ass! Defroster works great, you should already have the connection for plug and play.
All in all I prefer it to cracked and foggy plastic.

See if your insurance will cover it.
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