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C3 (1972) t-top covers
« on: November 18, 2016, 05:36:18 PM »
Hi All,

Looking for a pair of covers for the t-tops when they're off.  The car came with the original vinyl covers but they're pretty putrid and not sure if it will totally clean, rather get a new pair. than scratch the paint.  We also want the option to carry them in the car, so I imagine something small and not bulky?

Any experience on the vinyl ones, do they scratch?  I know you can get them from places in USA that sell vette parts, but is there a better option?

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Re: C3 (1972) t-top covers
« Reply #1 on: November 18, 2016, 06:27:10 PM »
I had a set made to measure out of flannel in RED of course they are great no scratching and fold up to fit in bin behind seat .Ray

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Re: C3 (1972) t-top covers
« Reply #2 on: November 19, 2016, 01:29:36 PM »
Thanks Ray, thats a great idea.  Did you just go to your local seamstress to do the sewing?

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Re: C3 (1972) t-top covers
« Reply #3 on: November 19, 2016, 02:17:12 PM »
yes but it was a long time ago so can't recall who did it for me .

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Re: C3 (1972) t-top covers
« Reply #4 on: November 20, 2016, 08:39:17 AM »
I had a set made out of 6mm wetsuit material years ago at Wing wetsuits Taren pt I just took down T-Top & they traced around it to make a pattern. Have been excellent, stretch & provide good protection, have velcro flap to completey enclose the top, cost was $50 per side, any colour you like

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Re: C3 (1972) t-top covers
« Reply #5 on: November 20, 2016, 10:19:49 AM »
Just to let you know that I had a pair made almost 20 years ago and they are still as good as when I got them (sure the tough exterior is a little dirty) and they were made by a club member, probably  a little dearer than cloth however the tough vinyl exterior is lined with felt . Members name is Steve Bussittal number 0414590840
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Re: C3 (1972) t-top covers
« Reply #6 on: November 20, 2016, 03:10:53 PM »
Much obliged one and all, most helpful.