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38convsedan · 02-15-2023, 06:27 PM

Found a correct rear window for my 38 convertible sedan.
My rear window top canvas is uncut.
Has anyone had success DIY installation of a rear window on a convertible?
Or is this best left to a pro?

As always, thank you in advance!
Steve

DavidG · 02-15-2023, 06:43 PM

Seek a copy of LeBaron Bonney's instructions for installation of a top on a '38, follow those, and you will do fine. I've done it multiple times and it's straightforward if you follow their instructions. They may be gone, but their excellent information lives on.

38convsedan · 02-16-2023, 09:38 PM

Are these instructions available?

swoopNZ · 02-16-2023, 10:59 PM

You don't get a second attempt if something goes wrong.
Being a cautious type I would have a competent upholstery shop do it for you.
Good luck.
SwoopNZ.

DavidG · 02-16-2023, 11:44 PM

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As for LeBaron Bonney instructions, ask around as all you need is a copy from someone who has done one and still has the instructions. They are generally half a dozen 8 1/2" x 11" pages or less. Of course that sage advice applies throughout the process, "measure twice" only make it four times.

02-15-2023, 06:27 PM	#1
38convsedan Senior Member Join Date: May 2022 Location: Lakeland Florida Posts: 380	Convertible rear window install-DIY or pro? Found a correct rear window for my 38 convertible sedan. My rear window top canvas is uncut. Has anyone had success DIY installation of a rear window on a convertible? Or is this best left to a pro? As always, thank you in advance! Steve

02-15-2023, 06:43 PM	#2
DavidG Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: southeastern Michigan Posts: 10,601	Re: Convertible rear window install-DIY or pro? Seek a copy of LeBaron Bonney's instructions for installation of a top on a '38, follow those, and you will do fine. I've done it multiple times and it's straightforward if you follow their instructions. They may be gone, but their excellent information lives on.

02-16-2023, 09:38 PM	#3
38convsedan Senior Member Join Date: May 2022 Location: Lakeland Florida Posts: 380	Re: Convertible rear window install-DIY or pro? Are these instructions available?

02-16-2023, 10:59 PM	#4
swoopNZ MEMBER EMERITUS Join Date: May 2010 Location: New Zealand Posts: 1,380	Re: Convertible rear window install-DIY or pro? You don't get a second attempt if something goes wrong. Being a cautious type I would have a competent upholstery shop do it for you. Good luck. SwoopNZ.

02-16-2023, 11:44 PM	#5
DavidG Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: southeastern Michigan Posts: 10,601	Re: Convertible rear window install-DIY or pro? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) As for LeBaron Bonney instructions, ask around as all you need is a copy from someone who has done one and still has the instructions. They are generally half a dozen 8 1/2" x 11" pages or less. Of course that sage advice applies throughout the process, "measure twice" only make it four times.