lol. Yeah it’s similar for sure, getting some help is a good idea too

I used wood stir sticks but an actual tucking tool would have been better for sure. Thanks for watching and you kind words. Much appreciated

I like the challenge and how else do we learn unless we try new things

If I had a few more weeks I would be done in time to make the trans am nationals. I am sooooo close

Thanks buddy. Seat upholstery is coming soon.

I love this car as well. Going to miss this one

That glue is amazing, I did the deluxe door panels with it as well and it held To the tight contours.

It wasn’t as bad as I thought it was going it be. I tried watching several videos and didn’t learn much so i decided to jump in the deep end so to speak and glad I did. Of course experience is everything I am sure the next one would go much quicker. And I can do a better video too.

Much appreciated!! I think I would do one again.

Patience is definitely the key. I have like 5 hours wrapped up in the top install. The glue is a bit forgiving but slow and steady wins this race

Thank you! It’s good to try new challenges and even better when it goes well. I learned a lot on this one.

Thanks. This was my first attempt at a vinyl top and very pleased with the results too.

Thanks buddy.

Thanks!!! So very close to being done with this car.

Thanks. So far so good

I feel it came out good for it being the first time I ever did one. I think I would rather do a convertible top then one of these again

@@VinylVillageGarage I hear ya. I think the stretching and straightening of material is a skill that takes experience to hone, but you managed to get great results. Twenty five years ago I had a local upholstery shop redo mine and they somehow managed to screw up the seam alignment, so while the front looked good, the seams were shifted to one side at the back of the car. A little extra care would have been nice when laying out and setting the first strip of glue!

Do it with confidence and a smile and it will typically work out. Well that was the plan. This really was my first attempt at a vinyl top. Not sure I would do much differently on the next one.

@@VinylVillageGarage looks like a plan well executed to me, worked through any issue that popped up very well also , great job on a fantastic looking car

I have always ditched the vinyl tops in the past too but I really like this one with it.

Thanks. It was nice having some help with this one for sure

This was the first one I ever did it was a little tricky to Stretch the sail panel Area other then that not bad. Probably the biggest thing is getting it centered on the roof before you start gluing

Slow and steady and patience is key. Good luck!

Glad I got the experience putting one on, Most of the time they got removed and painted.

I am hoping to make it but it’s cutting it close.

I can’t complain, Came out great and love the looks of the top as well

What Mountain Dew………😂

@@VinylVillageGarage Hey John I have another good tip to make your restorations easier 😀... I saw you trying to cut the vinyl in this video with kitchen scissors ✂️ like I have done for years. Until I found the best pair or scissors ever and will never go back! Next time you are in home depot buy a pair of Wiss scissors with the red and grey grips. My model is the W10T. I have cut upholstery, fabric, plastic, shrink tube,, etc with ease. And it was under $20... Just buy them and thank me later... especially since you are about to do the interior 😏 👍

@@Kyle_Nelson will do thanks!!

Sink or swim, this time I was able to stay afloat and very happy with the results.

I agree. I normally remove vinyl tops and paint roofs. This was a different adventure for sure.

Wow thanks! Having fun playing cars and sharing the story.

I think it will help Hold it down too.

Thanks, this one has me stressed out a bit beforehand. It nice to have the thrill of the unknown again.

Thanks 👍 I like when I have visitors to play cars.

Thanks! Can’t wait to see this thing outside even more now.

Dang it! That would have been priceless! Next time mr brick.

so looking forward to the next build.@@VinylVillageGarage

@@coryhage8516 I think the next one should definitely be a fun one. Will be on a trailer from Tennessee as soon as I make the call

Right on!

Do you ever bring your Pontiacs to the Nationals at Norwalk ?

@@SeaTravelr123 I was thinking about this year but it didn’t work out now next year I am going to see if I can organize 2 or 3 of them to be there

@@VinylVillageGarage hoping to have one done at least, Bern going 10years with no show car. 😏

I know the feeling I. have had my high school car torn apart for over 15 years, hopefully I will get it done soon as well.

Thank you much appreciated

I am happy with the results and next one i am sure will go quicker and do a gooder video too 😎

Thank you. Glad I tried it and happy with the results.

I saw several “things” to make the job easier but they cost money and goes against the plan, plus after visiting with a few people that installed tops they where necessary for a f-body car so I decided to get it a go. And pleasantly surprised with the results

Thanks brother. It does look sharp

Thanks. Much appreciated

I am very happy with the results, I might consider doing another one someday

Thank you. I can’t complain

@VinylVillageGarage careful when putting on the window channel crome. I've had the trim cut the tops from time to time

@@woodrowdelozier1 good to know. Thanks

@@VinylVillageGarage you bet

Thanks. Very happy with this cars turn out

I thought the original top I removed had a pearl tint to it. Wish that they still made the parchment

Thanks. I did install all the trim fit well but it was the original not repop stuff, not sure how well that stuff fits.

Yeah ! I was thinking what's a matter with this picture ! It's been many year's since I , owend my bird. But , I realized when , I saw you folding and tucking near the base of rear glass that trim , if my memory serves me , correctly goes from the side glass too side glass and the way it's adhered is like protruding rivets. That is what I , wanted to see how you , would overcome ! All , in all I think your doing your friend a great service with the great pumpkin 🎃 ! L.O.L. Keep up the great work , and content...Love them birds especially 1968 Pontiac Firebird. LL KOOL RAY 😎 Fantastic job Jon @ VVG BRAVO ! I would look into upholstery and custom auto body shop's where people that know people ! In the auto industry such as car club's Hell's Angels and men , and women who've been around the block if you , know what I , meen ! Best of luck LL KOOL RAY 😎 FRISCO FOOL ! (Like Texas Metal on t.v.) Where , there's no project that's to big ! To , accomplish or get done ! There's always a Will , and a way ! All , thing's can be done for a price ! (Network)

Lol, well that’s how we get good. Trying new things.

I purchased the top from AMES performance but I recall KEE being printed on the back I think.

Yes I did, I had made an error in one of the measurements it was 3” not 4” I wrote it down wrong and I don’t want to give bad info. Unfortunately I have no way to edit that video so I pulled it. I hope to redo it the next time I have a vinyl top car.

@@VinylVillageGarage I see, thank you

Nope surprisingly, I have never let it dry up all the way that might be a different story

Didn’t use the heat gun at all in the top surprisingly, just kept pulling

Hi Jon.. looking Great.. it’s really coming long

@@VinylVillageGarage I’ve got one I’m contemplating. It’s gonna be easy compared to yours. I love the look when they’re done. Hate fixing the damage they cause lol

Thank you John for such a great video! Nice to see your son helping out. My '70 GTO has a vinyl top, the original one still in good shape but will need to be replaced. Really appreciate your hard work. That color combination looks amazing!

Lol. Nope love that car. 😎