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Old 05-11-2008, 10:24 PM
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Hey guys just notice to today that there was a small rip in my top. Is there a patch I can get?
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i would like to know also
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I am going to try this product tonight on a small hole in my top. It comes in two versions one for vinyl and one for all other material, I think it has to do with the oils in vinyl affecting the adhesive. It is suppose to have a really strong bond and it has some stretch so I think it may work alright.

http://www.tear-aid.com/
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I just put black duct tape on the inside. Looks ghetto, but should give my top a couple more years.
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Originally Posted by JDMFUK,May 12 2008, 09:15 AM
I am going to try this product tonight on a small hole in my top. It comes in two versions one for vinyl and one for all other material, I think it has to do with the oils in vinyl affecting the adhesive. It is suppose to have a really strong bond and it has some stretch so I think it may work alright.

http://www.tear-aid.com/
Maybe this is a really dumb questions but is ours vinyl?
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Yes, our top is made of vinyl. If you do a search you will find dozens of threads on the subject. I have heard of people using various products such as Black RTV sealant with a rubber patch, however I suggest that you do some searching.
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I already bought a section of scrap s2000 top from a member here! its a perfect match . I just need adhesive
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Some a**hole cut two nice slits in my top not too long ago. I went to an upholstry shop and bought a piece of vinyl fabric and used some rubber adhesive. No issues so far and its been about 3 months or so. Pics available upon request. BTW the repair cost about $12
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i'm putting on my new OEM top soon. i'll be reinforcing the typcal wear spots from teh inside with spare scraps of top to prevent it from tearing.
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I too have the typical holes in the top. I went to a local top guy and he glued in 5"X8" sections on the inside. Cost me $25. I'm hoping it should help
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