C70 2004 Rear window in convertible top is "unglueing".

thekid43 · Post by **thekid43** » 01 May 2009, 11:29

I purchased my 2004 C70 almost 2 years ago. Yesterday I noticed that the rear window appeared 'pushed in' near the top right corner. Upon closer examination it appears that the factory glue has let go there. I called my local Volvo dealer and spoke with the service manager who told me to expect a $4000 bill as they will have to replace the complete top. And he specifically stated that the "certified Used warranty" will not cover this.
Has anyone else in the forum experienced problems with their windows falling out? Any ideas on how to repair this? Help!!!!

Post by **vegasjetskier** » 01 May 2009, 12:25

As a semi-permanent fix you could sew up the affected area by hand using some thick nylon thread. Should be available at an upholstery shop. It would be easier with a friend on the inside to push the needle back out so you don't have to keep moving from inside to outside.

I sewed a new window in a convertible top of an old car I had (not a Volvo) using a sewing machine. I had to remove the whole top. I don't know how difficult that would be on your car. The window lasted the life of the top.

jfswanny · Post by **jfswanny** » 11 Aug 2009, 18:59

what did you end up doing to solve the problem?

thekid43 · Post by **thekid43** » 26 Aug 2009, 10:24

I finally contacted a local "convertible specialist". He helped me understand my options which included having him install a new top for less than $2000 (same manufacturer as the volvo people use). We decided to try a glue that he had wanted to try, for $100. It is fixed, it is holding, and I'm pretty happy. The expert is not sure how long it will last, but that's OK. When it does give way, I'll get the new top installed by him.
don't ask me what glue he used. I asked, he replied "trade secret".

animalgifts · Post by **animalgifts** » 27 Sep 2009, 11:20

thekid43,

can you provide information on the "convertible specialist" you used? I'm in the Orlando area also and have the same problem. The dealer qouted me $6000 to replace the top with no option to fix it.

thekid43 · Post by **thekid43** » 27 Sep 2009, 16:08

The name of my Orlando Convertible repair man is Thomas "Tinker" Hewitt and you can reach him at 407-443-1471.
Hope all goes well.

animalgifts · Post by **animalgifts** » 27 Sep 2009, 18:10

thanks for the contact, I'll give him a call. I didn't mention before that I had sent a certified letter to corporate and they didn't do much. They offered $1500 and financing for the balance(~4500). They said the $1500 was being offered as a goodwill gesture. Thanks again

rayv · Post by **rayv** » 08 Oct 2011, 10:57

I just had the same back window ungluing issue with my 2004 c70. Thomas tinker Hewitt the 'convertible top specialist' in orlando went over my particular options And we ended up gluing it back. So far so good! Thomas knows his stuff...407-443-1471

rayv · Post by **rayv** » 08 Oct 2011, 10:58

I just had the same back window ungluing issue with my 2004 c70. Thomas tinker Hewitt the 'convertible top specialist' in orlando went over my particular options And we ended up gluing it back. So far so good! Thomas knows his stuff...407-443-1471

CommanderFil · Post by **CommanderFil** » 29 Sep 2016, 08:47

I repaired my own using some Maritime glue and a couple of pieces of wood and styrofoam blocks to support it from the inside. the glue really rocks I don't have the name with me now but if you contact me I would be happy to provide it for you. the glue cost $23 but was well worth it and the tube is plenty to finish the job the repair seems to be permanent and it has held up for 6 months so far if for any reason it should fall through again I would let the people on this site now but it seems to be holding up Rock Solid take care and good luck