Best kit to repair a 1967 hardtop

[Joseph C.]

I'm planning to restore my '67 hardtop. I'm looking for guidance from those who have already done this. It seems I can't find a kit that offers all that I'm looking for--all the weatherstrip, retainers & screws. Date coded rear window, upper & lower rear window moldings, and a headliner, made with correct grained vinyl, and bonded to a plastic backing with a foam liner that is recessed for sunvisors. (Year One offers the correct headliner--but not the rest of this stuff as a kit, as far as I can see) Anybody used anything that they REALLY liked ? Any suggestions would be GREATLY appreciated.

[Kenneth B.]

Re: Best kit to repair a 1967 hardtop

I'm planning to restore my '67 hardtop. I'm looking for guidance from those who have already done this. It seems I can't find a kit that offers all that I'm looking for--all the weatherstrip, retainers & screws. Date coded rear window, upper & lower rear window moldings, and a headliner, made with correct grained vinyl, and bonded to a plastic backing with a foam liner that is recessed for sunvisors. (Year One offers the correct headliner--but not the rest of this stuff as a kit, as far as I can see) Anybody used anything that they REALLY liked ? Any suggestions would be GREATLY appreciated.

Best left to professionals. The best thing is to find a top with the correct color headliner & dated window. You will be money ahead.
KEN

[Chuck L.]

Re: Best kit to repair a 1967 hardtop

Agree with Ken, went through this with a 62 Hardtop and it's a mess to do yourself. I think Glassworks is still the best and they are in the Driveline. They also go to all the major meets. There have been issues with them over the years as you will see if you search the archives, but the best bet is to call them and get an estimate on what you need to do and a time frame. You can also meet up with them at shows and give them your top to work on and save the initial shipping.