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56Cabrio
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grailoc
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soldeli
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 Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 3:55 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Hi guys.
i just received the correct under dash switch and gonna try it soon.
Here is a pic of my car close to a friend's 1302 vert i just repainted
and another pic with the freshly rebuilded top hardware. Repaired, sand-blasted and expoxy painted.
I just ordered everything needed for the new top (canva top, cloth headliner, trims molding, seals , etc )
But i'm now looking for correct material for upholstery, seats and door panels. Does anyone know where i can find this : (Reddish Beige K155)
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aa390392
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| Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 8:17 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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I just discovered the same exact material under my door panels, it is almost like reptile hide.is it reproduced material ?
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Thomas
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56Cabrio
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| Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 3:43 pm Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Christophe it looks to me like you might have a modified sedan rear view mirror,
Yours should look like this ( not condition ) Should be hinged to move the mirror when the top is up or down.
Pic from gallery.
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soldeli
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| Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 10:54 pm Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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I just discovered the same exact material under my door panels, it is almost like reptile hide.is it reproduced material ?
Cheers
Thomas |
I love this matérial and hope anyone knows if it's reproduced and where to find it
Lenny wrote me he can't find it.
Anyone ?
Thx, Christophe |
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soldeli
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| Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 11:01 pm Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Christophe it looks to me like you might have a modified sedan rear view mirror,
Yours should look like this ( not condition ) Should be hinged to move the mirror when the top is up or down.
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You are a good observer.
You are true about the mirror it's not the right one.
The pre-owner sawned à Sedan one to fit it.
I considered finding one used but in a very nice condition was so hard so i ordered à complete set from Ricardo - Argentina. ( Mirror, two short and long sunvisor ).
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aa390392
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| Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 7:45 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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I just discovered the same exact material under my door panels, it is almost like reptile hide.is it reproduced material ?
Cheers
Thomas |
I love this matérial and hope anyone knows if it's reproduced and where to find it
Lenny wrote me he can't find it.
Anyone ?
Thx, Christophe |
Your appears to be in very good shape. Mine was done over in a tan..not good, but not that bad, bearable.
Thomas
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soldeli
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| Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2017 2:17 pm Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Your appears to be in very good shape. Mine was done over in a tan..not good, but not that bad, bearable.
Thomas |
Driver seat, rear seat and 3 door panels are good and could be nice after cleaning and light restoration
But the passenger seat is riven on the top and one door panel is missing.
That's the reason why i have no choice for a new set |
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aa390392
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| Posted: Mon Oct 23, 2017 8:52 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Wondering about the screw in canvas and frame on finished cars? It appears above door to the forward section, it appears to be helping hold the top to frame, is it necessary? I dont like the look of it...some rag tops have them as well....
Thanks
Thomas
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aa390392
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| Posted: Sat Nov 04, 2017 4:40 pm Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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| aa390392 wrote: |
I just discovered the same exact material under my door panels, it is almost like reptile hide.is it reproduced material ?
Cheers
Thomas |
I love this matérial and hope anyone knows if it's reproduced and where to find it
Lenny wrote me he can't find it.
Anyone ?
Thx, Christophe |
What or which is the OG piping? The matching pipe,light tan or the dark brown?
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soldeli
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| Posted: Tue Nov 07, 2017 1:32 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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| aa390392 wrote: |
I just discovered the same exact material under my door panels, it is almost like reptile hide.is it reproduced material ?
Cheers
Thomas |
I love this matérial and hope anyone knows if it's reproduced and where to find it
Lenny wrote me he can't find it.
Anyone ?
Thx, Christophe |
What or which is the OG piping? The matching pipe,light tan or the dark brown? |
in mine, og piping seems to be :
light Tan on seats
Brown on door panels
As it's impossible to find this material, i decided to work with a tannery to try make new one.
We are know able to mark the leather with the same pattern;
Next step is to set the right color.
After all, it will be possible to work with my upholstery man and get new upholstery as it was in 56'. |
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aa390392
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| Posted: Fri Jan 12, 2018 11:12 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Yesterday, took 6 peices to Chrome shop here in So.Cal.  in for shock at cost! The 6 peices were front and rear window frames, plus 2 wing windows. So many fed.& state regs. Are driving prices rediculously ...... but it needed to be done.
Thomas
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BulliBill
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| Posted: Fri Jan 12, 2018 1:26 pm Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Alright Tom, get on it! We need photos!
Bill
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aa390392
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| Posted: Fri Jan 12, 2018 8:49 pm Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Before chrome 61 years of wear and element tear.
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BulliBill
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| Posted: Mon Jan 15, 2018 11:08 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Great Tom!
Yep, I'll be doing the same too someday soon (hoping that it'll be a little cheaper process here in Missouri when the time comes). I have three pairs of 1956-57 doors with window frames, and I'll pick the best L & R frame set and have them done for my '57 Kabriolett. I can't wait to see how your set turns out!
Bill Bowman
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aa390392
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| Posted: Tue Jan 16, 2018 9:53 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Dayum Bill, I never thought of sending out of state! I do beleive that could be a choice.
As I wait for them to finish the chrome, Im rebuilding door panels, using old covering, great shape, but backing board was bowed,cracked, water damaged.
I found Identical backing board and a correct thickness foam, Im using John Henrys advise/support from his webpage.. loads of useful info, I will hopefully remember to photograph when finished..
Still waiting for suggesting on best place to buy replacement window seals rubber etc.
Cheers
Thomas
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BulliBill
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| Posted: Tue Jan 16, 2018 10:36 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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Good question!
Maybe we should throw this out to all Kabriolett owners out there... if you've had experience buying rubber weatherstripping and seals from vendors for your Oval Kabriolett, perhaps you can post here about your experiences. Please comment on cost, quality, correct fit and finish, service from the vendor, etc., etc. Your comments will be very helpful to those shopping for rubber and seals in the future.
For instance, I see that Chuck's Convertibles has a package price which includes basically all the rubber weather strips, seals and even some aluminum trim strips that you would need to restore the body of an Oval Kabriolett. I'm sure there are other vendors who do the same and it would be great to know who makes the very best rubber for our restorations. Please share your experiences...
Bill Bowman
p.s. I'll be shopping for a seal kit pretty soon also for my project '57 Kabriolett
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Coeur D'Alene - Lake Shore Volkswagen
Mission VW - San Fernando
Thornton VW - Stockton
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aa390392
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| Posted: Tue Jan 16, 2018 11:34 am Post subject: Re: Official Oval Convertibles thread and Registry |
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