![]() ![]() If you do, let me know and I'll remove it.įor what it is worth, I built a "shelf" for my hardtop. I hope you don't mind my posting this in your thread, Mike. Fix your latches (it is possible, just not for the feint of heart), or Notably, you can get replacement rear glass in the USA/Canada.Ģ. Only a few of these parts are orderable through North American Toyota dealers, though. Every piece, including the composite top itself, is still available through Toyota Japan. 64814-17010 Rear Window Glass Adhesive DamĪ: Yes. 64813-17020 Rear Window Glass Adhesive Dam If you're re-installing the glass after having the top painted, for example, here are the part #s (last I checked, all 4 were available through USA Toyota dealers): Q: What parts are needed to install rear glass?Ī: If you get the glass from Toyota, it should come with the additional 4 parts (2 x adhesive bits and 2x "clips"). Best to just glue it back in place and enjoy. Driving around like that over a long period of time could potentially deform the headliner shell. So use a good adhesive and glue it back in position - best if you can apply pressure while it's drying.ĮDIT: If it is separating, take the half hour and fix it. Toyota recommends two-sided tape to repair, but some have found that does not hold. Q: My headliner has started to separate from the top near the rear glass - what can I do?Ī: (Courtesy RavenFan) - From the factory the headliner is attached to the top in the rear with a bead of adhesive. And keep the cat from climbing in there and scratching it next summer, you won't have that problem. Seriously - take the top off, lay it down on a soft surface, and lightly shave off the 'fuzz' with a razor. what can I do?Ī: Go grab a disposable razor and. Q: My headliner has little balls of fuzz on it. Q: Is there a difference between the left and right side latches?Ī: They have two different part #s, but are in every way identical. Find a set of used Miata side latches (they are the same except for a small cosmetic difference). Fix your latches (it is possible, just not for the faint of heart), orģ. ![]() What Can I do?Ī: They actually can and do wear out. Q: My side latches no longer stay latched. Both of us are good guys that I would not hesitate to purchase from, if I must say so myself. In the commercial sales section, you'll find listings from myself and Nigel a.k.a. it's bulky, and very costly should you drop it.Ī: There are often used ones available from the usual places (classifieds, craigslist, ebay). Q: How long does it take to install/remove the hardtop once the fittings are in place?Ī: Seconds. You have to loosen 4 bolts and tighten 10, then cut plastic on a pre-scored line. I can say my second or third install took 20 minutes outdoors in a torrential downpour (not recommended). Q: How long will it take me to install the hardtop fittings?Ī: I can't answer that. The defogger wire is (potentially) another part you can order through a US dealer, but they may grumble about it and charge you more in shipping than the part cost (ask me how I know).Ī: Hey, I won't be tricked into using this FAQ as a cheap advertisement. I have no idea what Toyota was thinking when they did this. Q: Is the defroster wire the same as the softtop?Ī: No, it has a different fitting. ![]() However, it looks like aftermarket glass is available. EDIT - this may have changed in the past 6 months. Notably, you can get replacement rear glass in the USA/Canada. Q: Are replacement parts available for hardtops?Ī: Yes. The UK did not get Super White, Green Mica, or Paradise Blue Spyders ("Roadsters"), for example. However, not all stock colors were sold in every market. Q: What colors did the OEM hardtops come in?Ī: AFAIK, Toyota offered hardtops in every stock color. Q: If I install the hardtop fittings, will they interfere with the operation of the softtop?Ī: No, the softtop works just fine with the hardtop fittings installed. Q: Do I have to remove the soft top to install a hard top?Ī: No, you fold the softtop into the normal "open" or down position, the hardtop installs right over. I get a lot of the same questions over and over, so I thought I'd post them up with answers. ![]()
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