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View Cart1971-76 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible Top and Convertible Top Parts
Weatherstripping | Cleaning & Protectant | Accessories | Important Information | New: Custom Fit Car Covers
Original Configuration:The original Cadillac Eldorado convertible top was pinpoint vinyl. The eldorado convertible top frame is one of the "scissor tops." this was a popular gm convertible and is the same top frame and top as on several other gm convertibles. There was a slight change in the top cables, tops and boots in 1972 (from the 1971 scissor tops.) We will provide the proper top or part: be certain to identify the year of your car in your checkout message box.
Hold down cables: cables thread through the hems on the inside of the top. They provide attachment and tension between the top and the folding frame. There are two types of hold down cables now on the market. The "universal" cables are popular because they are cheap. They have a plain attachment lug in place of the original gm plate. A decent restoration can be done with the universal cables. But the original gm plate grips the frame better and seats more flush to the frame because of the design of the gm attachment plate. We recommend the original cables for all except budget installations.
Do it yourselfers: :this is a classic two part top. The rear window section is joined under the main top with staples at the rear top bow. Instructions for doing this type of installation are in the guide to installing classic two part tops (offered in 'accessories' below.) We package the original shop manual (portion on tops) with the complete top restoration packages: this is a very detailed 35 page top installation manual written specifically for installing these scissor tops. As this top frame is more complex than most, restoration should be undertaken only by very industrious owners and not without first reading and then using this original shop manual.
Main tops and curtains: the "curtain" is the rear window section with its associated trim fabric. The "main top" is most of the top; it extends from the windshield to the rear window and includes the rear corner (quarter) sections. For those doing a partial restoration, we offer the main top and the curtain separately. Please read our link on this page to 'convertible top installation' for more details on this.
About boots: you may click on scans of our boot vinyls (see 'check out boot fabrics' below.) All boot vinyls are crush grain vinyls with a slight flexibility, that make them ideal boot material. You should select a color that comes closest to your interior. Black is available but not scanned. Please note that scanned fabrics are an approximation of the real swatch and that boots are custom made and therefore not returnable (except, of course, in the rare case of a warranty claim.)
Other restoration packages: We have listed top restoration packages. If you want a quotation on a package of items that you do not see grouped we will provide a quotation. Please do not phone for custom quotations. To obtain an eldorado top restoration package quotation, please fax or email: fax: 401-789-5650 email: support@mtmfg.com
Hydraulics:
We now stock hydraulic cylinders, motor-pumps, and hoses for your convertible tops. All are made to OEM specifications. Each can be ordered separately; however, when ordering hydraulic cylinders we recommend replacing both. The chances are that both hydraulic cylinders were manufactured at the same time: if one is on its way out the other may follow. If the top is raised and one hydraulic cylinder is working harder than the other the result over time can lead to a slightly bent convertible top frame. The replacement of both hydraulic cylinders will ensure that the top raises and lowers symmetrically.
Systems for this car take Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) and have a 5 year warranty when used with this fluid. Brake fluid should not be used as it voids the warranty. We also offer an installation manual when ordered.
The 12 volt motor-pumps include a mounting bracket with rubber grommets to reduce vibration.
We also offer a rebuilding service for motor-pumps. Not all are repairable, but it is less expensive to have one rebuilt than to buy a new one. The motor-pump would need to be sent to us for evaluation. Hoses come with all new fittings and are made specifically to fit your car.
Covercraft Custom Fit Car Covers
Since 1965 Covercraft has pioneered the market for custom fit vehicle car covers and today are the largest manufacturer of custom-patterned vehicle covers in the world. They have over 67,000 patterns, and are continually growing. Still family owned, Covercraft has always maintained the highest standards, utilized the finest materials and remained on the cutting of manufacturing technology.
Parts in this category (Cadillac Eldorado) fit cars for years: 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975 and 1976.
We a now pleased to offer hydraulic cylinders, hydraulic motor pumps, and hydraulic hose sets. Also, checkout our newly added roof rail weatherstripping seals, front header weatherstripping seals, door weatherstripping seals, trunk weatherstripping seals. Look for extra savings on weatherstripping seals kits.
