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Jan 19, 2008 | 09:43 AM

PatriotT/A

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My Car is Jacked

I was driving down the highway last night and all of a sudden, I had a clear view of the sky above me. My t-top had flown off like the top of a jet when the pilot ejects. I need a replacement asap and am willing to drive if you're in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. If you're not, I'll pay shipping.

Need some help...

Jan 19, 2008 | 09:47 AM

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That sucks man.... My buddys camaro did the same thing about a week ago... I think he bought an extra one... Ill call and ask him... Do you have subframe connectors???

Jan 19, 2008 | 09:53 AM

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no man, I don't. Thanks for checking.

Jan 19, 2008 | 09:53 AM

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That sucks man.... My buddys camaro did the same thing about a week ago... I think he bought an extra one... Ill call and ask him... Do you have subframe connectors???

What does having subframe connectors have to do with a t-top not being properly installed? This is quite common on f-bodies. Basically, the securing pins on either side weren't properly aimed into the holes, and were just pushing against the plastic corners. Get up to hwy speeds and woosh! Gone. Always give your t-tops a nice tug upwards when re-installing them, to check if they are locked down properly.

Jan 19, 2008 | 10:54 AM

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ive got a pair for sale...pm me if intersted

Jan 19, 2008 | 12:08 PM

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which side?

i have a pair aswell but they are the dot matrix ones, i will sell them cheap

pm me if interested

robbie

Jan 19, 2008 | 03:34 PM

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what are dot matrix ones?

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Jan 19, 2008 | 05:21 PM

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what are dot matrix ones?

the glass is covered in dots, instead of being clear.

Jan 20, 2008 | 02:49 PM

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"Goose, I can't reach the ejection handle! You're going to have to punch us out!"

That sucks dude, hope you find another one.

Jan 22, 2008 | 09:41 PM

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One of my intoxicated buddies did that in his Z28 while i was driving it, only he tried to take his off and didn't notice we were going 80...you can prolly get one at a local junk yard, i think he paid like $150 to replace his.