Rear Window

[bonsaiwino]

Hello everyone, The plastic window on my '79 Spider is somewhat fogged, although the top is in excellent condition. I've gotten it as clean as it can get with a good cleaner,. So, now it seems I'm left with a problem/decision. My local convertible top shops are telling me I should replace the entire top. Like I said, the rest of the top looks great. My question is -- is there a way to replace only the window? Thanks!

[spidernut]

To properly replace the window, you'd have to remove the top and reinstall it. It would be less expensive to replace the top entirely and it would last longer.

[focodave]

You may want to try the product I discovered in this post: http://www.fiatspider.com/f08/viewtopic ... &sk=t&sd=a
I was amazed at the results.

[bonsaiwino]

OK...I just ordered the product. I'll keep you posted.

[DieselSpider]

I just wiped mine down with 100% alcohol and applied DuPont Teflon Car Polish and its lasted about a year out in the Florida Sunshine however the top is well past time for replacement.

[bonsaiwino]

I purchased a bottle of Acrylic Werks for $25. To my knowledge, it is only available from the inventor/manufacturer. After carefully reading the application directions, I watched the you tube instructional video. Then I carefully followed the application process on both sides of the plastic window. Bottom line -- the plastic window on my Spider looks better than it did before I started but is still not completely clear. When I realized that I now was left with 95% `of my purchase, I called the owner of the Acrylic Werks Company. He explained that the product could be used on a wide variety of surfaces, including clear coat, plastic & rubber trim, & headlamp covers. Please note: I was told that if Acrylic Werks is used on your car's paint, it first removes the wax as it provides a new protective surface. The inventor went on to say that he has used it on his own vehicle & has never had to detail it since.

I'd be curious to hear if other owners have used the product & would like to report on the results.

Thanks, guys.