How do you glue a glass rear window to a convertible fabric top?

1. What is the back window of a convertible made of?
2. Can you replace the glass in a convertible top?
3. How do you bond a canvas onto glass?
4. What is the average cost to replace a convertible top?
5. How long do convertible tops last?
6. What are soft top windows made of?
7. Does Flex Seal stick to canvas?
8. Will flex seal work on canvas?
9. Does Flex tape work on canvas?

What is the back window of a convertible made of?

Rear windows are often part of the roof assembly. Traditionally, the rear window in a soft-top was made from plastic; however, more recently some convertibles have used glass for the rear window.

Can you replace the glass in a convertible top?

Most convertible tops have a glass window that is heat bonded by a machine from the top manufacturer into the top. ... In that case we could replace just the glass. We can install a TEMPORARY PLASTIC window onto your top in most cases just to make your car water tight until we can get the correct part in.

How do you bond a canvas onto glass?

Place a small amount of epoxy or clear construction adhesive directly on the canvas, as well as on the glass object's backside. The glass will stick to the canvas when the back is pressed into the adhesive. When the glass begins to slide, use painter's tape to hold it in place until the glue hardens.

What is the average cost to replace a convertible top?

The Estimated Price For Replacing A Convertible Top Runs From $900 To $1500. The price of replacing a convertible top is largely dependent on the make and model of your vehicle.

How long do convertible tops last?

A properly maintained convertible top lasts an average of 5-7 years. 2. Never put a convertible top down when the temperature is below 60 degrees.

What are soft top windows made of?

It's not uncommon to see the rear window of a convertible top look cloudy, hazy or even worse, yellow. Sometimes it gets so bad, that the window eventually becomes brittle and breaks. For many years now, plastic windows have been made from a 40 mil PVC plastic because they are affordable and effective.

Does Flex Seal stick to canvas?

Yes you can use Flex Seal on canvas.

Will flex seal work on canvas?

One common use involves Flex Seal,Flex Seal Liquid or Flex Shot on a canvas bag. Take your bag and apply your favorite Flex Seal product. ... This will form a protective barrier that will keep out water and moisture, perfect for the bottom of canvas bags, backpacks or similar. Of course it's not just bags.

Does Flex tape work on canvas?

* FLEX TAPE™ adhesives may resist bonding to plasticized materials, siliconized, greasy, oily, dirty or porous surfaces, waterproof or water-repellent materials. Certain fabrics such as canvas, nylon, polyester, synthetics, cotton and some other materials may need up to 24 hours to reach maximum hold.