Vinyl Top Repair

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  1. JPL

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    Hello....:) been off the site for some time so possibly this was already addressed but allow me to ask :Handshake. I have a 77 Mav, LDO. It has the "white" vinyl top and the side moldings have the vinyl inserts. All are in good shape, not is no rips but they are somewhat faded-stained.

    I can live with it :rolleyes: but would like to make them look better :thumbs2:. So, since they really don't need replaced let me ask for some decisions or suggestions:

    1. Is there and has anyone ever used a Vinyl Paint :hmmm:.

    2. Should I simply have a "New" vinyl top installed :huh:, and if so what do I do with the side molding (vinyl inserts).

    Look forward to some good guidance.

    Take care.
     
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    Vinyl dyes work very well. Not sure how well it will work on a vinyl top, since it is a big area to dye. A new vinyl top will run you about $200-$400 I would say. You can get the material for your vinyl top from SMS Auto Fabrics.

    I would dye the side moldings.
     
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    Very good, I was thinking of "vinyl paint" vs. "Dye". I have seen the dye and actually used it some time back for some door panels, but I was told there is on the market a "Vinyl Paint", in a spray can that can be used. Again, the top and molding are in great shape, simply some age dirt and stains. Thanks for your reply.
     
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    SEM vinyl paint does an excellent job. For less than $50 you'll have your project finished and looking like new.
     
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    Great! That is what I wanted to hear. I went and seen I can purchase SEM Vinyl Paint on line but going to see if any body shops carry around here...thanks.
     

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