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Mon Jul 19, 2004 12:42 pm

I've just come into a 53 sunroof oval. In fairly clean original cond. except no fenders. But the big thing missing is the sunroof hardware. There is only the opening in the roof. I know nothing about the sunroof, but I understand the sunroof section from my 61 is not correct for the 53. What years would be correct, and does anyone know of a source of written information on the aforementioned roof section? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Anyone have what I'm looking for? Trades?
Richard

Mon Jul 19, 2004 1:02 pm

the sunroof you are looking at is 55 and earlier. commonly refered to as a 3 fold rag. be prepared to pay $1000 for just the mech. if you can find one that is, they are getting very scarce.

Mon Jul 19, 2004 1:28 pm

Complete is next to imposible to find, as I found every one with one tries to say " it's out of a split" :shock: sure buddy!!

Be on the lookout for one close to complete, some of the parts can be fabricated if you are good at fabrication, but you are gonna need a set of originals to fabricate it :D

Seen them at pomona for as little as $500,

Mon Jul 19, 2004 1:36 pm

dickie wrote: ...and does anyone know of a source of written information on the aforementioned roof section?
Richard

The absolute best source would be the Bentley manual. I have the book for my '56 ragtop and it goes into unbelievable detail. If and when you are able to find the mechanism, the book will definately come in handy - not to mention for all of the other projects you'll undoubtedly get into with that '53.

Mon Jul 19, 2004 4:25 pm

Thanks people.....my sunroof knowledge is increasing by the minute. I have an original VW 53-57 shop manual. I never even thought to look there. (I don't get out often either). Any more info anyone has would always be great. Thanks again, I'll let you know if I find anything.
Richard