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Old 07-21-2016, 05:40 PM
 
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This one is on a Mazda Miata and is a long cut about 6 " .

What is best for this? Black canvass
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Old 07-22-2016, 07:07 AM
 
Location: San Antonio, TX USA
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Duct tape makes a okay cheap fix. They also make vinyl/leather repair kits. Although, noting is going to work better then replacing the top.
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Old 07-22-2016, 07:07 AM
 
Location: WA
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Most convertible tops are made of some sort of polymer (plastic). In the case of my S2000 it is actually a form of PVC. Typically a cut is repaired by stitching to close and hold the material and then a patch on the interior. There are special ballistic (nylon) materials and adhesives used by some but I have actually patched some using vinyl material from the fabric store and RTV as an adhesive.
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Old 07-22-2016, 07:17 AM
 
Location: Grosse Ile Michigan
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Just replace it. A patch will leak, not last, and look terrible. A replacement top is not that expensive and fairly easy to do, plus if you have a plastic rear window it will be nice to be able to see out of it again for a little while.
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Old 07-22-2016, 02:14 PM
 
Location: WA
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Just replace it. A patch will leak, not last, and look terrible. A replacement top is not that expensive and fairly easy to do, plus if you have a plastic rear window it will be nice to be able to see out of it again for a little while.
Yeah, new is nice but there is a big price difference between a $300+ replacement and a good $10 repair. BTW, a plastic window can be kept clear with proper use of plastic polish and cleaner.
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Old 07-22-2016, 03:31 PM
 
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https://www.google.ca/search?site=&s...i3.OzPAFOaelbY

The Miata forum website will also help you.
Also if cheap is where you want to go then duct tape and garbage bags,lol=
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