I know there is plenty of infor regarding the rear window failure and repairing it, however...

I was wondering if it is easier to repair with the top on or off the car?

The reason is that I have decided to get a new (beige) top from BAS to replace the stock black one which has the window unstuck (after an attepted repair by the place I bought it from).

The thing is, the top looks pretty much brand new. The car has around 35k on it and has always been stored inside and driven nearly always with the top down. Therefore, I am thinking of repairing it and storing it in case I should need it in the future (for whatever reason).

So, has anyone reapired it with the top off?

Do you think it would be easier/better with the top on the car or on a bench?

 

I repaired mine about two years ago and in my opinion it would be easier while still on the car and stretched tight. You could then remove and store it. If you follow the instructions the repair is not bad. Be sure you remove the old glue and clean and prime with the proper chemicals. The glass holders are a must and I put masking tape around the glass and removed it before the glue completely set making clean up a lot easier. Using to much or two little glue is most peoples problem. Read the instructions carefully.

 

where do you get the glass holders for the back glass on the convertible?

 

I got mine at Harbor Freight but I'm sure you can find them online. They were very reasonable.

 

AMAZON, "suction cups for glass". They were cheaper at Harbor Freight, if you have one.

 

I don't understand. How do the suction cups help?

 

Do a search on this site and you will find step by step instructions as well as pictures. The suction cups hold the window in place while the glue dries. The instructions will also tell you the proper primer and glue to keep it in place.