1977 Porsche 911 turbo: Targa top fabric upholstery/vinyl replacement [4K] Ep99

Today I will be recovering the targa top on my 1977 911. This had been done one time before and now it needs all the webbing, foam and rivets replaced. I will tear it down to the frame, prep the frame for paint, paint the frame and then build up the top again. I bought a kit that included factory type top vinyl and also a stitched headliner. I find this to be pretty challenging as if you get this wrong, you could introduce leaks or noise while driving. I sure looks great now that it is replaced and can work on getting this car on the road.
0:00 intro
0:09 Planning to recover the top
0:52 Remove vinyl top, foam and webbing
3:26 Inspect parts and tools needed
4:36 Prepare frame and paint
5:29 Repair cracked panel with fiberglass
6:13 Wire brush all panels to remove crumbling adhesive
6:32 Repair a broken latch
7:40 Wire wheel, acid dip and powdercoat hardware
8:34 Lining up the brackets to the frame
10:30 Cut, glue and rivet webbing onto panels
12:17 Trim and install scrim backed foam
13:28 Install outer vinyl onto scrim backed foam
14:31 Install butyl seal and upper window weatherstrip
14:50 Glue in headliner to panels
15:23 Inspect work and final fit to car
16:01 In summary, not too easy of a job
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[@MrJearley6]

Once again, thank you for this video. This is your subscriber on the West Coast Los Angeles. With your help I was able to do my top and I didn’t have to spend $1600-$2000. I bought all my parts from Pelican Parts that’s near me in Harbor city California. Well, thank you so much. Can’t wait for the next project that you do.

[@afternoongarage]

Hey thats great to hear! I didn't find it that hard, and 2-3K is way to much to spend on someone wrapping fabric over a frame. I have another 911 I am working on and the first video will happen soon. I still have a drive video for the red 911 coming. Thanks for subscribing and watching my videos!

[@creatorsfreedom6734]

14:13 Whoopsy , nice too see another vid from After Noon Garage

[@MrJearley6]

DDDAAAMMMNNN !! So thank you so much for this video damn thank you so much for this video I have to replace my top and I’m going to do it myself and you have helped me out so much thank you so much sir thank you this is your subscriber on the West Coast Los Angeles and can I wait for your next video thank you🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@afternoongarage]

There are a couple of top replacement videos that were made over a decade ago and one is in a few different languages. There is also a couple good write-ups on the Pelican forum with some photos. This wasn't really too hard. I got the replacement top and headliner from an eBay seller and it was pretty reasonable. Just got the car outside and no leaks! The channels that these German cars have to direct water away from the center of the car work great. Glad I could help out and thank you for subscribing!

[@bwj1158]

@Jerry Earley This is a two part step by step done by an upholstery shop. Between the AG and these two you should be able to get it done.
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[@3PDL4LIF]

Excellent video. Appreciate your effort in making these videos and documenting the process.

[@katiesbuttonart7860]

Ssoooooooooooooooooo cool video. Very helpful. KP

[@afternoongarage]

You know you want to do upholstery with me.... I know it.

[@DavidBlogg-jw1fq]

Hey thanks for the video, what type of glue did you use on the front and rear edge of the top? you brushed it on in the video

[@afternoongarage]

Thank you for this question. This is very important to use the correct adhesive or it will come apart. I am surprised I didn't show this, I typically always am touting this product. It is called "DAP Landau top adhesive" and it comes in a light blue can. I have tried all the 3M stuff (77, 80, and 90) and nothing works like the DAP product. You will need air, and a glue sprayer to use this unless you plan on brushing everything. I also see that they now have introduced a spray can of this stuff. It is $20-$30 so not cheap considering you can get a gallon for $50. Good luck and thank you so much for commenting and watching!