Re-Vinyl a roof?
Discussion
Replacing a vinyl roof is a DIY proposition and the Mk3 Cortina is one of the easiest cars to do.
Don't mind putting together a step by step guide if you fancy giving the job a try.
I'd say that these days the skin plus the glue would probably cost about 50-60 quid.
Biggest problem would be the c post trims. Does the car have a vinyl roof originally?
Don't mind putting together a step by step guide if you fancy giving the job a try.
I'd say that these days the skin plus the glue would probably cost about 50-60 quid.
Biggest problem would be the c post trims. Does the car have a vinyl roof originally?
Gaz,
Final trimming can be a bit tricky but otherwise the job is straightforward.
In a 'past life'I use to fit aftermarket vinyls & sunroofs when those cars were current.
Think of it in 3 stages.
1. Sourcing the skin - I used to get them pre made but I doubt they are still available. Measure from top of front to rear screen rubber X 2 then add at least a metre of 48" vinyl. Any upholsterer will be able to sew in the seams for you. Most body shop suppliers will be able to get you the glue.
2. Remove the old vinyl and the trims. Straightforward but you must get all of the old glue off as well.
3. Fit the new roof. Two man job takes about 2 hours but you need a warm day outside or a heated workshop to keep the vinyl pliable and help the glue to cure quickly. Trim around the windows, gutters and C post.
That's basically it!
The factory fitted ones were done with the screens out and before the gutter mouldings went on but you can get away with not removing them.
If you still fancy tackling the job I'll elaborate on the procedure much further and try to track down some suppliers for the stuff you need.
Final trimming can be a bit tricky but otherwise the job is straightforward.
In a 'past life'I use to fit aftermarket vinyls & sunroofs when those cars were current.
Think of it in 3 stages.
1. Sourcing the skin - I used to get them pre made but I doubt they are still available. Measure from top of front to rear screen rubber X 2 then add at least a metre of 48" vinyl. Any upholsterer will be able to sew in the seams for you. Most body shop suppliers will be able to get you the glue.
2. Remove the old vinyl and the trims. Straightforward but you must get all of the old glue off as well.
3. Fit the new roof. Two man job takes about 2 hours but you need a warm day outside or a heated workshop to keep the vinyl pliable and help the glue to cure quickly. Trim around the windows, gutters and C post.
That's basically it!
The factory fitted ones were done with the screens out and before the gutter mouldings went on but you can get away with not removing them.
If you still fancy tackling the job I'll elaborate on the procedure much further and try to track down some suppliers for the stuff you need.
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