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Old 06-22-2011, 10:58 AM
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After looking over the '60 I just bought I can see that it was a powertop car with two fours (based on the tach); I also talked to the PO who confirmed it was powertop equipped as well. Of course the powertop assembly is long gone.

However I spoke to a friend this morning who happened to have c1 power top pieces and he sold them to me- so know I have a few relays switches etc.

I expect the price to be high for the right pieces, but I have plenty of time to find and source out what I need. Who are the power top gurus and where would one start in their aquisition of the parts?

I also know that these tops are complex and that making them fully operational will require knowledge and skill- Right now I wish to acquire the parts and the knowledge.

Also looking for any parts for a conversion to a '62 powerglide set-up.

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Old 06-22-2011, 11:42 AM
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I have a complete power top system taken off my '59.
http://www.carols62.com/59/stuff_for_sale.htm
Although not shown on the above link, I also have the soft top frame and associated brackets.

Email me if you are interested.

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Old 06-22-2011, 11:44 PM
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Here's an article I wrote on C1 Power Top function and restoration that you may find helpful:

http://www.lbfun.com/warehouse/tech_...ower%20top.pdf
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Hi John,

I am researching power top to rebuild mine and would like to have your article, could I get it somehow.

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look up "corvette power top service" on youtube. john schell in indiana has the knowledge and most likely the parts, if you need any.
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Originally Posted by stairikerdan
Hi John,

I am researching power top to rebuild mine and would like to have your article, could I get it somehow.

Thanks

Dan
You are addressing a member who has passed, in a post from 12 years ago.
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