Chrysler New Yorkers & Windsor, 1946-48
Convertible Top and Convertible Top Parts

Chrysler New Yorker & Windsor Convertible Top Key Features:
  • Quality: Made to original specs, 100% fit guarantee.
  • Original Configuration: Two piece top, main top section and zippered plastic window section; joined upon installation. Molding above rear window with chrome tips included.
  • Original Materials: Haartz Pinpoint Vinyl in black and classic white; Haartz Stayfast Canvas in black.(with black or tan backing) and light neutral.
  • Windows: We offer the top with a zippered plastic rear window and also with zippered blank curtain for those who have their own glass rear window assembly to installing to the curtain.
  • All seams are doubly electronically welded and sewn for added reinforcement. Convertible top fabrics are mildew & mold resistant, and UV treated for color fastness. Plastic windows are DOT rated heavy 40-gauge thick vinyl.
  • Tacking Strips: The header and rear top bow channels are lined with tacking strips. As the cross-section dimensions in these cars vary we suggest measuring for your requirements.
  • Shop with confidence: 6 year manufacturer warranty.
  • Hydraulic Components: Hydraulic cylinders, motor pumps and hose sets all available and in stock.

Preview our Convertible Top Installation Guide


 

Convertible Tops and Packages

Convertible Tops and Packages

A.)

1946-1948 Chrysler New Yorker, Windsor, Desoto and Dodge Custom Coupe

Convertible Top with Horseshoe Zippered Plastic Rear Window

Made in Haartz Stayfast Canvas
For: 1946-48 Chrysler New Yorkers & Windsor Convertible Top
Color
View Color
$1113.00
B.)

1946-1948 Chrysler New Yorker, Windsor, Desoto and Dodge Custom Coupe

Convertible Top with Horseshoe Zippered Blank Rear Window
for those with their own glass window unit

Made in Haartz Stayfast Canvas

For: 1946-48 Chrysler New Yorkers & Windsor Convertible Top
Color
View Color
$1098.00
C.)

1946-1948 Chrysler New Yorker, Windsor, Desoto and Dodge Custom Coupe

Convertible Top with Horseshoe Zippered Plastic Rear Window

Made in Haartz Pinpoint Vinyl
For: 1946-48 Chrysler New Yorkers & Windsor Convertible Top
Color
View Color
$690.00
D.) ADD A GLASS TO ANY BLANK CURTAIN
No need for a frame, this glass is built-in!
Will fold with top without zipping out.

Available in two sizes 6" x 25" OR 8" x 25"
Choose from Straight or Horseshoe Zipper
 

SEE EXAMPLES OF BUILT IN REAR WINDOWS
For: 1946-48 Chrysler New Yorkers & Windsor Convertible Top
SIZE
ZIPPER
$389.00
Chrysler New Yorkers & Windsor convertible tops and parts in this category fit model years: 1946, 1947 and 1948


Installation Supplies

Installation Supplies

New Edition!!!
Convertible Top Guys' "How To Remove and Install Classic Two-Part Tops."

This 40-page, extensively illustrated how-to manual walks you through removing and installing any two-part convertible top. The manual applies to almost all American convertibles made before the year 2004, and some foreign cars, too, like Celicas and Saabs. This 8 1/2 x 11 book is designed as both a tutorial for first-time installers and as a step-by-step manual for these convertible tops. Generally, all that is needed and not contained is the "bow height" which is the setting of the rear top frame bow for your convertible. This is available from any top distributor ot can be measured with the old top on the car (as illustrated.)

What skills are required ? (1) The ability to drive staples into bow frame tacking strips (2) The ability to orient fabric sections to the frame and apply with contact cement. (3) A systematic and careful personality ! (There is never any sewing required.)

Note: Very early cars (forties) had wood bows and installers will have to adjust processes for stapling to these bows instead of tacking strips in steel bows as described in manual.

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$30.95
Fiberboard Tack Strip, Measures: 1/4" Thick x 5/8" Wide. Expect 2 x 26" sections.
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$9.49
Fiberboard Tack Strip, Measures: 1/4" Thick x 13/16" Wide x 52" Long, Expect 2 x 26" sections.
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$10.95
Fiberboard Tack Strip, Measures: 1/4" Thick x 3/4" Wide x 52" Long, expect 2 x 26" sections.
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$9.95
Fiberboard Tack Strip: 1/4" Thick x 7/16" Wide. Long, Expect 2 x 26" sections.
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$8.95
Front and Rear Top Frame Bow Tack Strips
(Tacking strips for most top frames. Some may vary, especially pre-60s cars.)

Dimensions: 5/8" X 3/16" and 1/2" X 1/4" (in 6 foot lengths.)
Note: These usually apply. In certain convertible top frames (especially pre-sixties) the cross sections of the header and rear top bows vary. You can measure the top bow channel cross sections and let us know if yours vary from the usual plastic ones. In that case include your tack strip selection in checkout message.
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$23.95
Standard Black Top Pad Set, includes Quarter Pads,
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$109.00
Top Pads with Quarters,Black or Tan Stayfast Canvas
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Color
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$279.00
Vinyl Tacking strip, measures 5/8" WIDE X 3/16" THICK X 6 Foot long section
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$12.95
Vinyl Tacking strip, measures 1/4" THICK  X 1/2" WIDE X 6 Foot long section
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$12.95
Vinyl Tacking Strips: Measures 5/8" X 3/16" Sold by the foot.
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$2.25
Vinyl Tacking Strips: Measures 1/2" X 1/4" Sold by the foot.
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$2.25
The Arrow T50ACD electric staple gun drives wire staples with force. It will securely drive 1/4" and 3/8" staples into modern convertible top tack strips, eliminating the need for an air gun for convertible top installation. This stapler comes with the a supply of 1/4" and 3/8" staples.

This stapler also has a brad driving capability, so you can use this stapler again and again for a variety of jobs.

The Arrow T50ACD packs a well-balanced powerful, durable design. Comes complete with 10-foot, heavy-duty cord, a supply of T50 series staples, and a one-year manufacturer's warranty.

The Arrow T50ACD stapler has a spiral driven mechanism for consistent powerful driving power. Additional features include safety trigger lock, comfortable non-slip cushion grip, fastener reload, all-steel working parts, and 14-amp motor.
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$59.95
Plastic pry tool, great for prying fasteners and seals, pushing seals into retainers, loosening fabric etc
$12.95
ARROW RIVET TOOL KIT RL100 rivet tool is built to last Durable all-steel construction with a - comfortable hi-vis vinyl grip Spring loaded handle makes for easy loading Includes two interchangeable nose pieces & - 25 ea. 1/8" & 3/16" medium aluminum rivets Includes custom molded case for easy storage and 50 of our two most popular rivets 25 each of 1/8 medium rivet and 25 each of 3/16 medium rivets.
$22.95
Staples and Glue Kit: 500 each of 1/4" & 3/8" Stainless Steel Staples (22 gauge). Plus an 8oz Can of Trimmer Contact Cement with Brush.

The staples in this package are narrow crown
stainless steel staples and will fit
popular air guns. If you wish to use an electric
staple gun then you will need to order our
heavy duty electric gun and its (different) staples.

Please see the "tools and accessories" link
on our home page for electric gun packages.

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$24.95
Arrow T-50 Stainless Staples, 1/4", 300 Count

 

$4.95
Arrow T-50 Stainless-Steel Staples 3/8", 300 Count

 

$4.95
Arrow T-50 Stainless-Steel Staples, 3/8", 1000 Count

 

$13.95
Arrow T-50 Stainless-Steel Staples, 1/4", 1000 Count
$13.95
Trimmer Contact Cement: 4-Oz. Brush Top Can. Strong, Waterproof, Flexible Bond for Vinyl-coated and Vinyl-laminated Fabrics.
$14.95
Trimmer Contact Cement: 8-Oz. Brush Top Can. Strong, Waterproof, Flexible Bond for Vinyl-coated and Vinyl-laminated Fabrics.
$20.95
Plastic pry tool set, 7-piece kit

Great for prying fasteners and seals, pushing seals into retainers, loosening fabric etc.

$34.95


Hydraulics

Hydraulics

"O" Ring Motor Pump Service Kit For Any American Makes

Our O-Ring kit contains the following items:(1) Drive Pin, (1) 1/8" Chrome Ball, (2) 1/4" Chrome Ball, (2) Pump Port O-Ring, (2) Reservoir O-Ring, (1) Reservoir bolt O-Ring, (1) Reservoir plug, (1)Reservoir Plug O-Ring (metal plug only).

$24.95
Convertible Hydraulic Hose Set, All 90 degree fittings,for Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth and most Fords made in and before 1960
For use with Brake or Automatic Transmission Fluid. 1/2-20 Thread, 500 PSI
$139.00
Convertible Top Cylinder,PAIR 1946-1948 Lincoln, all except Continental; 1956-1957 Lincoln;1946-52 Buick,1946-53 Cadillac, 1946-50 Chevrolet,1949-54 Chrysler,1949-54 Dodge,1946-52 Olds,1949-54 Plymouth,1946-50 Pontiac
 

All convertible top cylinders are not the same. Our top cylinders are made from solid aluminum castings which are stronger than die-cast and our two-piece rod allows us to use a heavier, stronger steel. You won't find a better made convertible top cylinder on the market. All cylinders are made and assembled here in the U.S.A. and come with a 5 year warranty.

$309.95
Chrome universal 6 volt toggle switch with wiring. Replaces original switch and wiring to connect directly with 6 Volt Motor Pump with no additional relays required. All wires are tagged for easy installation. Includes crimp connectors to attach wiring to motor and nylon tie straps to hide wiring.
$85.95
Hydraulic System Guide: A well illustrated 10 page, 8 1/2 x 11 guide to the operation, diagnosis, and bleeding of the motor pump and to the motor/pump and cylinder removal and reassembly. Diagnosis includes electrical testing procedures.
$9.95
Set of 4 New Pointed Pump Grommets
$7.95
Top Cylinder Mounting Bolt, One.
With Pin and Bushings
1 5/8" Long, 3/8" Diameter.
$11.95
Top Cylinder Mounting Bolt, One
With Pin and Bushings.
1 1/8" Long, 3/8" in Diameter.
$11.95
Top Cylinder White Nylon Bushing, Each
$2.95
Motor pump reservoir plug, black rubber
$2.39


Boots

Boots

Convertible Top Boot, Attaches as Original - In Original Sierra Vinyl

Fits 1946-48 Chrysler, Desoto and Dodge

View Color
$379.95
Convertible Top Boot Bag
$49.95


Cleaning & Protectant

Cleaning & Protectant

A PACKAGE SPECIAL:
A Combination Pack of RAGGTOPP Brand Canvas Cleaner & Protectant.
  • Plus:
  • Raggtopp Convertible Top Plastic Window Cleaner and Protectant Kit.
  • The Natural Horsehair Convertible Top Cleaning Brush
$79.95
A Combination Pack of RAGGTOPP Brand Canvas Cleaner & Protectant

About RAGGTOPP products
$39.95
A PACKAGE SPECIAL:
A Combination Pack of the RAGGTOPP Brand Vinyl Cleaner and Protectant.
  • Plus:
  • Raggtopp Convertible Top Plastic Window Cleaner and Protectant Kit.
  • The Natural Horsehair Convertible Top Cleaning Brush
$79.95
A Combination Pack of the RAGGTOPP Brand Vinyl Cleaner and Protectant Together

About RAGGTOPP products
$38.95
Raggtopp Convertible Top Plastic Window Cleaner and Protectant Kit

Contains:

  • Bottle Window Cleaner
  • Bottle Window Protectant
  • Sponge, Applicator Pad
  • Microfiber Towel

About RAGGTOPP products
$32.95
Natural Horsehair Convertible Top Cleaning Brush

About Natural Horsehair Brush
$14.95


Important Information

Original Factory Color(s): Black, Tan and Light Neutral

These tops are made for the 1946-48 town and country club convertibles.

The original topping was canvas. We offer a replacement in either Haartz stayfast canvas, or Haartz pinpoint vinyl. Available vinyl colors are white with a black inner lining or black with a black inner lining. Canvas colors are black or tan, both with tan inner linings.

We will be happy to special order other fabrics for you.

This is a classic two part top. This means that the rear window section is stapled to the bow above the back and the main top is stapled over it at the same bow. You should order the main top and the rear window section separately. This is because we supply either a plastic windowed rear section or a solid fabric rear section. Both are zippered with a horseshoe zipper.

Special pads for this top are available which include the rear quarter pads.

CONVERTIBLE TOP FABRICS
Almost all manufacturers use Haartz fabrics. They may specify "heaviest weight" or "original replacement" in ways that seem reassuring. But they do not really tell the whole story. Please bear in mind that two things dominate, by far, the quality issue: (a) the manufacturing quality control in the factory that makes the top and (b) the care and thoroughness of the installation. There is a trade-off in weight: heavier is better for resisting tear through, but lighter is better for flexibility and abrasion from within that may arise from movement. Almost all our tops are a flexible medium density (36 oz.) fabric. Heavier is not better in most cases. Where it is, because of the top design, we will say so and the top will be made of the heavier vinyl.
Warranties outlined here are only applicable for products installed by a professional trim shop or professional upholstery shop. For Convertible Tops, and related products, the manufacturer will void the warranty for any product that is not professionally installed; manufacturer defects are covered by the warranty in such cases. The manufacturer is not responsible for damage due to improper installation.


Parts in this category (Chrysler New Yorkers & Windsor) fit cars for years: 1946, 1947 and 1948.