Definitely a great install video! I appreciate the attention to detail and the explanations as you are making progress! The Stalker Vert is still my favorite Fox Convertible!
I’m so pumped you’re doing this. I just got my little brother a 93 vert as his first car and it needs a top and a rear window. We’re going to redo the top ourselves
Thanks for posting this video. Honestly, this is one of the jobs that I avoid because it can be so tedious. You did a great job and posted the info that will help a lot of regular guys get it done themselves. Nothing is worse than paying someone else to do a job just to be disappointed with the results.
I usually watch a few videos before I subscribe. I've watched a few so far. Def subbed Man. In 98 when i turned 16 I was gonna buy a 85 Ttop GT. My Cousin overheard me telling my Dad I was gonna buy it. Well when I got off the school bus and was ready to go buy it my cousin pulled up in it! 😠 I never forgave him for that. I'm get another one just like it one day. Silver and Black. Building a LS swapped c10 Squarebody rt now.
great video but i was just wondering about the 2 pockets on the top do the rails go inside them because i noticed they are small or just folded and held by the 3 tiny screws?
I am working on my 1986 LX convertible trying to get the windows adjusted for proper fit after having the top replaced at a local shop. That said, I am having a heck of a time. One issue is that I can't seem to get the quarter windows to roll up far enough to seal at the rail at the top of the window. Do you think the frame could be adjusted too high? The shop said that they did not mess with it. I have the diagnosis and service procedure book for convertibles and it references a dimension of 16 7/8" from the rail to the belt line at the rear of the door opening. Could you measure your car and let me know what it turns out to be? I am at my wits end!
I know EXACTLY why this took you longer than in previous installs... not ONE mention or evidence of Miller Lite made it to this video... Point being, beer makes things better... Nice install, looks pretty darn good!
did you not staple the rear of the top to the last bow, and slide those aluminum listings through to screw to the center bows? I had to remove my headliner to do all of that. I no i left those listings out of mine one time and the center of the top swole up like a balloon at about 70mph ahahaha can't say that it really matters really, cuz it looks great man. Not an easy job to do if you've never done one before. Beautiful Fox!!!!
14:00 the 20 yr old you (and i) were smaller that the 40+ of today ... so it was roomier but today in 2023 it like some hot dog filling in a hot dog case back there
I’m getting ready to install a white top with glass window on a red 88 GT for the first time and I’ve been searching for some insight and hopefully your video helps me. Do you have any pointers?
I wish you had done it years ago, seven years ago I had to do this on my triple Desert Tan 88 down here in Australia, no info anywhere back then on doing it
My vinyl top is getting too tight and is difficult to latch the roof unless it is very warm. Is there a way to loosen it or is there a vinyl treatment that helps it stretch a bit? I don't have the time to completey resto my '87 I have had since new
You mentioned something that I've somewhat have been pondering. I own a 89 vert. When I bought it the top was shot. You mentioned you swapped the top with the frame. I currently know where I can acquire an 86 vert for dirt cheap. Here's my question, can i take the top and frame assembly off the 86 and put it on my 89. Is it a direct bolt on or will there be issues
Can you put a 93 frame (with top attached) onto an 89 car? I just got a top already on the frame for my sons car but realized it’s a 93 and my sons car is a 89. Will it work? 😰😬
Man that Stalker vert is so damn nice! Could you tell me what wheels and dimensions you’re running? I have an 87 vert and I would love to run that wheel setup
I have a 1987 convertible and I need to replace the mechanical frame or parts. Im not seeing that for sell on the internet. Anyone know who sells the frame or frame parts?
Man I watch u all the time, and I’m learning so much, I actually have a 91 LX with a 331 stroker and I bought it with built motor and there’s a vibration the car has when it’s being driven, it’s believed to be the harmonic balancer but I need help, can u please do a video on 331, 347, strokers please?
Normally on a built motor they would replace balancer. You should be able to look at the harmonic balancer while the car is idling, does it look wobbly? If the car has a vibration while driven, it could be a number of things. Does it happen while driven in neutral?
Have you ever had an issue where you’re opening the top and the rear glass gets pinched and shatters? Happen to me when I was testing the top on a newly purchased 93 vert
Mine done that after the top had settled in. I done it in February outside and once spring came around I guess it started to loosen up in some areas that put the frame in a bind. Scared the shit out of me too! I've heard of towels being in the well where the glass lays and bust it. Gotta double check that trunk before you drop it for sure.
Do you have or know where ii could find a mustang just the body for a decent affordable price I want to own my first 1988 87 89 foxbody hatchback mustang GT
@@TheInfamousProject Well kind of lame if you are doing a video and not covering everything. Some of us are not an expert so we learn from people like you. You are asking for subscribers so at least make it worth wild to subscribe.
Now you make this video after I already did my top and although I’m proud how it came out I was looking at little snippets and pics here and there 😒 I still enjoyed this vid though 🫡 lol
Thanks!
Wow thank you sir! Beer fridge will be full this weekend
Your channel is an asset to all of us. Thanks for all the great content.
Definitely a great install video! I appreciate the attention to detail and the explanations as you are making progress! The Stalker Vert is still my favorite Fox Convertible!
I’m so pumped you’re doing this. I just got my little brother a 93 vert as his first car and it needs a top and a rear window. We’re going to redo the top ourselves
What happened?
Ood I hope that doesn't happen to me since my first car Is gonna be a foxbody
Thanks for posting this video. Honestly, this is one of the jobs that I avoid because it can be so tedious. You did a great job and posted the info that will help a lot of regular guys get it done themselves. Nothing is worse than paying someone else to do a job just to be disappointed with the results.
I’ve been debating on replacing my top on my own. With this video, I’m gonna do it myself!
I usually watch a few videos before I subscribe. I've watched a few so far. Def subbed Man. In 98 when i turned 16 I was gonna buy a 85 Ttop GT. My Cousin overheard me telling my Dad I was gonna buy it. Well when I got off the school bus and was ready to go buy it my cousin pulled up in it! 😠 I never forgave him for that. I'm get another one just like it one day. Silver and Black.
Building a LS swapped c10 Squarebody rt now.
Thank you thank you thank you. The foxbody community needed this.
Thank you for this video. It provides a good understanding of what's involved and just maybe the inspiration to replace the top on my 88.
That black on black with the new top and stock black seats look great!
Hey man, thank you so much for this video, can’t wait to watch it and there are not a whole lot of detailed videos like this. Thank you again.
You're welcome!
U are a life saver not even TH-cam originally had a video like this the only video that was around was on a DVD thank u❤
I am not a convertible guy, but damn I love this car!
Great video. I did one probably 15yrs ago now my daughter has the car and its in need of a new top. Now i have a video to reference
Could’ve used this a few months ago fighting it the whole way!!! Thanks man!!!!!
Great video! I’m going to change my vert top this winter, I’m sure I’ll watch this video a few times for reference.
Good job putting your new top on 💯 Now I’m pumped up to change my top on my 2001 cobra
great video but i was just wondering about the 2 pockets on the top do the rails go inside them because i noticed they are small or just folded and held by the 3 tiny screws?
Nice you have a lot of space now inside your garage i think this is the first time seeing you working inside
Excellent video. I need to do my '88 GT.
Always wanted a good video on this.
I am working on my 1986 LX convertible trying to get the windows adjusted for proper fit after having the top replaced at a local shop. That said, I am having a heck of a time. One issue is that I can't seem to get the quarter windows to roll up far enough to seal at the rail at the top of the window. Do you think the frame could be adjusted too high? The shop said that they did not mess with it. I have the diagnosis and service procedure book for convertibles and it references a dimension of 16 7/8" from the rail to the belt line at the rear of the door opening. Could you measure your car and let me know what it turns out to be? I am at my wits end!
I know EXACTLY why this took you longer than in previous installs... not ONE mention or evidence of Miller Lite made it to this video... Point being, beer makes things better... Nice install, looks pretty darn good!
Great point 🤣
did you not staple the rear of the top to the last bow, and slide those aluminum listings through to screw to the center bows? I had to remove my headliner to do all of that. I no i left those listings out of mine one time and the center of the top swole up like a balloon at about 70mph ahahaha can't say that it really matters really, cuz it looks great man. Not an easy job to do if you've never done one before. Beautiful Fox!!!!
Yes i did.. was just hard to get it all in the video
I gotcha, I was thinking to myself......he had to of done that or it wouldn't have looked so good ahahaha. Great video and again one beautiful Fox.
14:00 the 20 yr old you (and i) were smaller that the 40+ of today ... so it was roomier but today in 2023 it like some hot dog filling in a hot dog case back there
I’m getting ready to install a white top with glass window on a red 88 GT for the first time and I’ve been searching for some insight and hopefully your video helps me. Do you have any pointers?
Great video very well explained, I’ll do my 89 gt top now .. thanks again for making this video ..
Hi having a problem with those corner bows how did you stretch and did you add material? Video was sped up couldn't really see
I have an 89..vert thank you for info it's hard to find info on vert top installation 5.0 5 speed
it looked way ez trust me it is NOT ..did 1 on my 91 never again have a shop do it its not a fun job or ez job
Hmmm...this is explained so well, I almost feel capable to try it myself...yikes. Not sure yet lol Thank you for the video!
1992 feature car first to have a vert headliner!
Yep back in the day when I had one it had a headliner just like my 93 does
First top I ever installed was on my 92 feature.
I wish you had done it years ago, seven years ago I had to do this on my triple Desert Tan 88 down here in Australia, no info anywhere back then on doing it
Canvas tops are the way to go, Ichanged a few sn95 cars I had and it was a pain, especially in a Michigan winter shrinkage
Ears in the cap. Sweet.
My vinyl top is getting too tight and is difficult to latch the roof unless it is very warm. Is there a way to loosen it or is there a vinyl treatment that helps it stretch a bit? I don't have the time to completey resto my '87 I have had since new
Hope this one helps to change mine for my mustang 84
You mentioned something that I've somewhat have been pondering. I own a 89 vert. When I bought it the top was shot. You mentioned you swapped the top with the frame. I currently know where I can acquire an 86 vert for dirt cheap. Here's my question, can i take the top and frame assembly off the 86 and put it on my 89. Is it a direct bolt on or will there be issues
What size bolts are holding the rear glass in
I seen u used two way tape and spray glue can tell which ones you used ? Thanks
I just completed the top on my 91 lx. It’s not bad, just tedious. My opinion is just take your time.
Can you put a 93 frame (with top attached) onto an 89 car? I just got a top already on the frame for my sons car but realized it’s a 93 and my sons car is a 89. Will it work? 😰😬
Hey TIP, what's the name of the song at 36 mins? It's a hit. I wanna midnight ride in my old fox and bumb it. Shazam couldn't figure it out.
Man that Stalker vert is so damn nice! Could you tell me what wheels and dimensions you’re running? I have an 87 vert and I would love to run that wheel setup
Did u change the 1987 convertable top frame? I have a 89 and i want to put the 93 top i wondering if its compatible?
That's interesting I didn't know my 92s top went l6 inches lower then older cars I thought theirs was just messed up.
I have a 1987 convertible and I need to replace the mechanical frame or parts. Im not seeing that for sell on the internet. Anyone know who sells the frame or frame parts?
I love those Borbet Type A😮
I need those black and white door panels out of that crusty vert
Man…. Can I bring my 90 vert to you to have the new top put on? Looks fantastic.
Lol.. depends how much you'll pay
Haha I hear that. Thanks for the great videos Chris. You put out the best content!
I've got an 89 mustang I have to do this too 😵💫 the top is so dry rotted I have tarps over it parked under a shed for now.
Man I watch u all the time, and I’m learning so much, I actually have a 91 LX with a 331 stroker and I bought it with built motor and there’s a vibration the car has when it’s being driven, it’s believed to be the harmonic balancer but I need help, can u please do a video on 331, 347, strokers please?
Normally on a built motor they would replace balancer. You should be able to look at the harmonic balancer while the car is idling, does it look wobbly? If the car has a vibration while driven, it could be a number of things. Does it happen while driven in neutral?
Yea the balancer does look wobbly, I’ll have to get it checked out, it may solve my problem
If it's the original stock rubber type, definitely upgrade it. @@stanglife365
Have you ever had an issue where you’re opening the top and the rear glass gets pinched and shatters? Happen to me when I was testing the top on a newly purchased 93 vert
No sir... Something must have got caught
Happened to me once, thought I got shot when it popped and a piece nailed me in the neck LOL 🤣
Mine done that after the top had settled in. I done it in February outside and once spring came around I guess it started to loosen up in some areas that put the frame in a bind. Scared the shit out of me too! I've heard of towels being in the well where the glass lays and bust it. Gotta double check that trunk before you drop it for sure.
Do you have or know where ii could find a mustang just the body for a decent affordable price I want to own my first 1988 87 89 foxbody hatchback mustang GT
face book and be willing to travel a state or 2 away.. the going price just for a body now is like 2k ...
Can I get a coupe or a hatch back for 3k?
Where did u get those rims ?
Secret
I would love to own a 86 mustang GT as well with TTops
2 part time jobs and 6k you can drive by next summer !
Mustang convertible tops are so easy to do.
Are those all your cars?
Yessir
Hi bud, love watching ur videos, very informative,,, how can I message you directly??
Website
Damn,that place is a like a Mustangs Aladins cave,lol
Remind me to never attempt this
LMAO 🤣
My top good. i just need to change the window out
Do I see foxidized getting a top in the future? 😂
Only want a manual top miata
If its hard you svoid it
DUDE! IT WAS A GREAT INSTALL VIDEO, BUT YOU DID NOT COVER GOT TWO THINGS........THE INSIDE BOWS, AND THE ROOF LINING.......
Lol.. well if you can figure those out then you probably shouldn't be changing the top hahah
@@TheInfamousProject Well kind of lame if you are doing a video and not covering everything. Some of us are not an expert so we learn from people like you. You are asking for subscribers so at least make it worth wild to subscribe.
You talk to much please get to it
You talk too much
Cool.. find another channel with less information
I put that top on mine and haven't been too happy with it, it stays dirty looking from lint and dust.
Now you make this video after I already did my top and although I’m proud how it came out I was looking at little snippets and pics here and there 😒 I still enjoyed this vid though 🫡 lol