05-05-2007, 06:04 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, 06:24 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, 07:03 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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DUCT TAPE
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05-05-2007, 07:12 PM
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or just get a hardtop hehe
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05-05-2007, 08:57 PM
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Well, if anyone quotes more than $2k for replacing the top with a GAHH or Robbins GLASS window top... you're getting ripped. Each of those tops can be had for less than $1k, and a top/auto/boat/upholstery shop should be able to do the install in about a day's worth of labor, if not less.
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05-06-2007, 04:21 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?
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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, 09:33 AM
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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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Great, thank you Chills,,,thats exactly what I was looking for!
Jeff
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05-06-2007, 11:17 PM
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Awesome, I'm gonna try that Loctite adhesive out too!
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05-07-2007, 03:13 AM
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A little hint in applying the glue: use a toothpick. Dab a drop or two onto the tip of the toothpick and then lightly spread it onto the crack. It is a bit time consuming, but this will keep the glue from gooping up. Put on a thin coat, let it dry for an hour, then put another coat on. I probably did this 4 times to make sure I got a good seal.
I've washed my car 3 times since then and drove in the rain. No leaks (knock on wood ).
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09-30-2009, 09:34 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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Yes, there is something perfect for that. Go to Lowe's and buy Loctite Vinyl, Fabric & Plastic Flexible Adhesive. It's about $5.99. I put a stress crack in my window over the winter and used this to glue it together. So far it has held perfectly, and I've put the top up and down a couple of dozen times. My tear is right against the fabric and you can't even tell it's glued together.
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10-01-2009, 03:09 AM
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When my plastic window was slashed last year, my ins. co wrote me an estimate for replacing the top with aftermarket... Not many insurance adjusters are savy enough to know that a plastic window can be sewn in. I got a brand new GAHH top out of the deal.
It is worth a try.
Best of luck.
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10-01-2009, 05:19 AM
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Oh no! Now that I've already learned that the 03 and newer cars have a glass windowed top, I kinda wish I had bought an 03 or newer instead of my 02. I missed by one year!
Is there any way to put a glass windowed top on a car that came with plastic? I"m guessing it's expensive enough that it wouldn't be worth it, but who knows, I've been surprised by things before.
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10-01-2009, 06:48 AM
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GAHH top installed for about 900-1200, OEM porsche glass window top with the required new framing @ 5000$. the aftermarket tops are very nice, the window is smaller, but it is hard to notice really.
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10-01-2009, 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by thehighheelsgirl
Oh no! Now that I've already learned that the 03 and newer cars have a glass windowed top, I kinda wish I had bought an 03 or newer instead of my 02. I missed by one year!
Is there any way to put a glass windowed top on a car that came with plastic? I"m guessing it's expensive enough that it wouldn't be worth it, but who knows, I've been surprised by things before.
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You can install a used OEM glass windowed top from an 03 or 04 very easily on a '02, and there is no re-wiring or other parts needed. You can get the top from a junkyard or from someone who is setting up a dedicated track car. The going price for the complete top and frame assembly varies between $750 and $2500 and the whole conversion process takes less than 2 to 3 hours.
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10-01-2009, 09:57 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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