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WhiteXKR 05-25-2017 01:46 PM

In my opinion this is the best adhesive to use:
It is important to use it with the matching primer.

Holding for me over a year now.

Surteco 06-15-2017 11:58 AM

Dropped Window
 

Originally Posted by keywasted (Post 942099)
Hi Guys,
Well the rest of the story. The bottom of my window released completely so yesterday I ordered a new top from a local convertible top purveyor for $1800 delivered and installed. Its from GAHH and has the life time warranty for the window. Should have it in about 10 days. Hope we don't get any heavy storms here on the Treasure Coast.
Cheers to all. I would have rather spent the bucks elsewhere.

How did the GAHH top work out? I have a 2012 XKR, top is in good shape but the window dropped down all except the bottom. Jag wants about $4,000, visited a local top shop, they can reglue for $600. Top has to be removed so it is mostly labor. They quoted the GAHH top for $1,700 and stated the lifetime on the window. Claim it is superior to the factory top. Told me they reglued a 1 year old Maserati last week. It has same top manufacture as Jag. I'm inclined to replace since essentially a replace a 5 year old top for only $1200 more than an unguaranteed repair.

Thoughts or experience anyone?

lbart 07-06-2017 11:51 AM

Jaguar service bulletin lists Teromix 6700. New name is Teroson PU 6700 DC. This is a two-part polyurethane. Jaguar dealer will sell it to me for $51 per tube. Can't find a U.S. distributor or U.S. equivalent. Dealer quoted me $7,300 for a new top.

chasr 07-06-2017 12:37 PM

this product has worked well for me. you will need the surface cleaner and applicator gun
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.jag...ad55ab5fda.jpg

Surteco 07-06-2017 02:20 PM

Top Window & remote top switch.
 
I went with EZ top which has a lifetime warranty on the window as well. The price was $1,600 plus a $100 surcharge for the same German fabrick as the original equipment. The top looks great, window is obviously better installed than the original equipment. Only problems so far are the internal bows need to have replacement stretch chords to hold them in place when raising. Also, some problem getting the headliner to Velcro properly back around the window. Installer will complete these things next week free of charge. All in all I am happy. No one would be able to tell it is not original.

Unrelated, last year I installed the remote module from the Jag Wrangler. It is the coolest thing to have on the car. You can drop with the key from about 30 feet away. Also, provides one touch raise and lowering with the inside switch and you can drop the back windows with the top up. 5 hours of hard work but worth it. Biggest problem was installing with the top and windows up. Very tight space for a 67 year old!

lbart 07-06-2017 05:21 PM

I can find the Teromix 6700 online for about $20. I have the deep reach clamps that can reach far enough (my top is separated on the bottom and sides). Where can I find the necessary gun to apply the adhesive?

lbart 07-06-2017 05:24 PM

Don't hold your breath. My dealer won't attempt the repair (separation too long). Quoted me $7,300 for a new top.

Robertsandow 07-13-2017 04:35 PM

I have a 2010 Jaguar XKR Convertible, the rear window has unseated itself who fixed yours please call at 813-641-2223 or email at sandowr@msn.com
thanks, Bob

Stuart S 07-26-2017 11:21 PM

Got home after a drive with the top down, put the top up and parked in the garage and noticed that the top fabric was separated from the glass along the bottom edge of the outside only. The sides and top edge appeared to be OK.

Based on WhiteXKR's recommendation, I just ordered the 3M adhesive and primer together with the 6-pack of clamps. I'll let you know how my DIY repair works.

CClifton 07-27-2017 09:10 AM

Stuart S - does the top fabric shrink? I took mine by a repair place and guy said it could not be glued. Think he just did not want to do? Has not been apart for long.

amcdonal86 07-27-2017 09:29 AM

I had two shops tell me they did not want to attempt gluing the window either. HAGG top install quoted at $2600.

Stuart S 07-28-2017 05:52 AM


Originally Posted by CClifton (Post 1729148)
Stuart S - does the top fabric shrink? I took mine by a repair place and guy said it could not be glued. Think he just did not want to do? Has not been apart for long.

There appears to be a little shrinkage where it separated along the bottom edge, but since I don't recall how it looked before it separated I can't say for sure.

What's the harm in trying the DIY fix? I'm not a mechanic, but it's alot easier than installing WhiteXKR's remote top kit. My top is still in excellent condition, except for this separation. If it works, I saved $1,000. If it doesn't, I lost under $100. I'll take those odds.

Here's my progress so far. Waiting for the adhesive, primer, and clamps to arrive from Amazon. Taped to try to stop any further separation.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.jag...9052acfba4.jpg

chasr 07-28-2017 07:21 AM

DIY worked just fine here
 
I followed the steps provided in the tech bulletin posted in this forum and DIY for an extensive repair has worked just fine. I expect longevity from the repair, so far so good, and we are top up-down 2-3 times a week. I plan to replace the top when it is showing signs of wear. Other than the window separation issue it is in great shape.

chasr 07-28-2017 07:30 AM

sorry for the delayed response, I had ordered from Amazon.
Wang-Data 50ml Dispenser AB Gun 1:1 /1:2 Impression Mixing Dispensing Gun

Stuart S 07-28-2017 11:02 AM


Originally Posted by chasr (Post 1729746)
sorry for the delayed response, I had ordered from Amazon.
Wang-Data 50ml Dispenser AB Gun 1:1 /1:2 Impression Mixing Dispensing Gun
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I opened the link and almost fell out of my chair!


Wang-Data 50ml Dispenser AB Gun 1:1 /1:2 Impression Mixing Dispensing Gun
Be the first to review this item


https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.jag...ee105f913a.jpg


Price: $9,999.99 & FREE Shipping

Hopefully, that price is a typo. If not, you could have had the dealer install a brand new top and saved over $8,000.


P.S. I notified Amazon that the price appears to be a typo.

amcdonal86 07-28-2017 11:35 AM


Originally Posted by chasr (Post 1729740)
I followed the steps provided in the tech bulletin posted in this forum and DIY for an extensive repair has worked just fine. I expect longevity from the repair, so far so good, and we are top up-down 2-3 times a week. I plan to replace the top when it is showing signs of wear. Other than the window separation issue it is in great shape.

How far gone was your window, though? Mine has started pulling back, but the canvas is not actually detached from the window yet. I can't see intentionally removing the canvas from the window in order to make the repair.

chasr 07-28-2017 12:23 PM

Or a down a new F-Type SVR. $12.99 was the price.


Originally Posted by Stuart S (Post 1729852)
I opened the link and almost fell out of my chair!


Wang-Data 50ml Dispenser AB Gun 1:1 /1:2 Impression Mixing Dispensing Gun
Be the first to review this item


https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.jag...ee105f913a.jpg


Price: $9,999.99 & FREE Shipping

Hopefully, that price is a typo. If not, you could have had the dealer install a brand new top and saved over $8,000.


chasr 07-28-2017 12:27 PM

the entire lower portion had separated. you can see pics here:https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...4/#post1680892

Stuart S 07-28-2017 05:14 PM


Originally Posted by chasr (Post 1729887)
... $12.99 was the price.

That's more reasonable.

I won't need a mixing dispensing gun because I'll be using the 3M product recommended by WhiteXKR, which is a single stage adhesive that can be applied with a conventional caulk gun.

amcdonal86 07-28-2017 06:21 PM


Originally Posted by chasr (Post 1729889)
the entire lower portion had separated. you can see pics here:https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...4/#post1680892

In my case, the upper edge is separating. I wonder how successful the same repair would be on the top edge!


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