Okay I may be crazy to some, but I like to look of the vinyl tops on these cars and I want to add it to my 1972 Supreme. I am having a little trouble locating the 5 pieces of molding necessary to complete the job. I see that many companies make only the corner pieces? What's up with that?
Anyhow, my question is, has anyone attempted this? I can see in the "Body by Fisher" manual that the moldings are held on by plastic clips which attached to welded studs attached to the body. Is that correct? I also can see that the corner piece attaches a little differently. I can't tell if the studs are welded to the car or there are holes with attaching nuts on the inside. If you have done this, how did you go about identifying where the studs should be etc. Did you actually weld them on or did you drill holes and use something else? Anyone knowing options on this would be appreciated.

Chuck

 

i am far from an expert on the subject but i have seen where someone used pop rivets to install the plastic clips. i have all 5 trim pieces you are looking for. i think they are all in nice shape. the corner pieces may be a little dull but i can't remember. i will not be home till Monday so if interested PM me early next week.

 

The corner pieces are cast (pot metal) and the other pieces are stainless!!

 

To answer your question about the corner pieces, yes, they mount with nuts on the inside through holes. I agree with you about the appeal of the vinyl roof on that body style. The body lines lend themselves to it. I hope you find the pieces and can complete your project. And post pics please.

 

Those studs can be welded on using a dent puller stud welder with a molding rivet tip in few minutes. A body shop would probably do it for a small fee unless you have access to one. The less holes through the body the better in that area but they do also make screw-in rivet studs for that.
I would get the moldings then line up and mark where the holes and studs need to be and go for it.
I agree that vinyl tops do look really good on the Supremes.
BTW, the molding attachments and type are shown in the '71 Fisher Body manual.

 

I agree. The vinyl tops look great. Good luck on your project.

 

They do, don't they??

 

They make small screws that act as the factory studs, you can get them at body shop supply type places. Also agree on the tops I like 'em alot.

Here is a Link ,it shows a screw it is the top one.

 

Luv some vinyl.

 

AHHHHHHH! still can't find the passenger side trim piece for my 67 cutlass vinyl top...oh and a wheel center cap

 

I just wanted to say if you buy from Eric, you will be pleased. I just bought some Vista Cruiser brakes from him. They were very well packed and shipped when he said they were. He is a standup guy. He is a good Olds guy too. I also think the vinyl top looks good.

 

my buddy has got 16 part cars from 68 to 72 and also 73 and up. but i know he got vinal top moldings. if anybodyneeds anything let me know.

 

Do your partner have any interior trim for a 73 cutlass with triangle rear side windows?