Cabrio roof seam separating

Auldgit · Sep 19th, 2018, 21:22

Hi all, the rear roof (canvas) seam on the wife's Golf cabrio is separating. It isn't stitched, only folded and glued, with a backing tape, also glued. I'm at a loss to know what glue to use to mend it- I suspect I'll only get one clear shot at it so need to get it right. It must be a contact/impact glue as I can only just get my hand underneath it to press from the underside, so need an instant fix. Must be a very strong bond as there's a lot of tension at that point.

Any suggestions?? I can only think of Evo Stik but it's potentially v.messy and not sure if it will work on the fabric....

Cheers AG

ITSv40 · Sep 19th, 2018, 21:40

I think you may be better posting on a VW forum. As you say it needs to be right first time and the VW boys would know if it is possible and what glue to use.

C70 hoods are stitched and the rear window is bonded. If the window comes apart from the roof a new roof is the only answer.

Auldgit · Sep 19th, 2018, 22:27

Thanks- yes you're right- trouble is I've not found one that's half as good as this one..... bit of a long shot but worth a try. Cheers! AG

Bob Meadows · Sep 19th, 2018, 22:45

AG try speaking to this company:~ https://www.woolies-trim.co.uk/category/304/adhesive

I have dealt with Woolies for all sorts of classic car materials- you should find what is required .

https://www.segalmotortrimmings.net/ Segal is another company that will supply the correct product- Mcr based.

Trust it helps
Bob

Auldgit · Sep 19th, 2018, 22:58

Hi Bob, that's v.useful info. I'll do as you suggest. Cheers! AG

Sep 19th, 2018, 21:22	#1
Auldgit Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 15:13 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chester	Cabrio roof seam separating Hi all, the rear roof (canvas) seam on the wife's Golf cabrio is separating. It isn't stitched, only folded and glued, with a backing tape, also glued. I'm at a loss to know what glue to use to mend it- I suspect I'll only get one clear shot at it so need to get it right. It must be a contact/impact glue as I can only just get my hand underneath it to press from the underside, so need an instant fix. Must be a very strong bond as there's a lot of tension at that point. Any suggestions?? I can only think of Evo Stik but it's potentially v.messy and not sure if it will work on the fabric.... Cheers AG

Sep 19th, 2018, 21:40	#2
ITSv40 VOC Member Last Online: Today 22:24 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Northampton	I think you may be better posting on a VW forum. As you say it needs to be right first time and the VW boys would know if it is possible and what glue to use. C70 hoods are stitched and the rear window is bonded. If the window comes apart from the roof a new roof is the only answer. __________________ 2001 V40 2.0lt Sport lux - Daily Driver. 174k miles. 2003 C70 2.4 GT Convertible - Garage Queen. 65k miles. http://www.neptuno6benagil.com

Sep 19th, 2018, 22:27	#3
Auldgit Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 15:13 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chester	Thanks- yes you're right- trouble is I've not found one that's half as good as this one..... bit of a long shot but worth a try. Cheers! AG

Sep 19th, 2018, 22:45	#4
Bob Meadows Premier Member Last Online: Today 19:45 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: STANDISH LANCASHIRE	AG try speaking to this company:~ https://www.woolies-trim.co.uk/category/304/adhesive I have dealt with Woolies for all sorts of classic car materials- you should find what is required . https://www.segalmotortrimmings.net/ Segal is another company that will supply the correct product- Mcr based. Trust it helps Bob

Sep 19th, 2018, 22:58	#5
Auldgit Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 15:13 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chester	Hi Bob, that's v.useful info. I'll do as you suggest. Cheers! AG

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