i was putting my top down today and my roommate informed me that the top is separating from the rear glass window. i looked and sure enough, the top has separated from the glass, about 4 inches long. now i know it wasn't like that when i washed it the other day. anyone else come across this. is it something that can be fixed. i have 47,000 miles on my baby and the warranty is expired. anyone out there think i could get this fixed. would it be covered under the perforation warranty. the last thing i need right now is to have to replace the top. i'm sure that would cost a fortune. please let me know your thoughts.

thanks,
benji

 

I am afraid there is no good news forthcoming. The glass is held in place by a very strong glue. As I found out when this happened to my Volvo convertible - the high temperatures and humidity in the South cause the glue to break down faster than in milder climates. I tried several types of glue but once it started, it just kept spreading around the whole window. I even used top strength epoxy and propped and taped the window in place until it dried. It seemed OK when I took the tape and "props" off. I drove to work. When I came out at lunch, the window was falling out again. Bottom line - you can stretch out the time until replacement for a while but you can't stop it permanently. There is just too much tension on the top to allow any aftermarket glue to hold.

Guy

 

Since warranty isn't a factor, try taking it to a place that specializes in convertible top replacement. They may have some sort of "industrial strength adhesive", or technique that may work.
I think they call it, "Tricks of the trade".
But if the window is "vulcanized" in place, then there may not be much you can do about it.
Good Luck.

 

this is why i love this board. you guys are great, thanks for the advise. went to the dealer today...ugh!! said there was no repair kit for this problem and would have to replace the top. $2,350 out the door. went to two vinyl repair shops...same thing. said it was "vulcanized" at the factory. one said he could fix it but wouldn't advise lowering the top afterwards...ever. obviously not an option. also over the last 2 years i've noticed 3 used tops on ebay for $500. of course they aren't there now so i reluctantly plopped down $1,790 for the top to be ordered. supposed to be here under a week. of course its raining here every day...panama city... and i guess i'll have to get rides to work. i REFUSE to put a trash bag on my baby and have her sit in the parking lot for all to see!! well, that's my story. i'll keep you all updated...sigh.

benj

 

Try emailing this company on ebay. They have been parting out several roadsters. http://stores.ebay.com/LKQonline

Good luck.