Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Body, interior, paint, chrome, and cosmetic items => Topic started by: johnk on October 31, 2017, 01:07:18

Title: locating soft top compartment mat
Post by: johnk on October 31, 2017, 01:07:18

Anyone know where I can source a new vinyl mat for my soft top compartment? I've been looking and haven't had any luck yet.

Thanks
John K

Title: Re: locating soft top compartment mat
Post by: Tyler S on October 31, 2017, 04:48:51

Here you go John
http://www.authenticclassics.com/Convertible-Top-Case-Bottom-Liner-for-230SL-250SL-p/auth-003245.htm

Title: Re: locating soft top compartment mat
Post by: johnk on November 02, 2017, 16:09:36

thanks Tyler!
Just ordered it.

John

Title: Re: locating soft top compartment mat
Post by: BlackJack on June 26, 2018, 13:36:26

JohnK, I am in the process of replacing my liner and saw that there are 2 variations offered by Authenticclassics:

1. vinyl covered hardboard
2. vinyl with fibre backing

Not sure which is closest original. Which one did you get and would you mind sharing your experience with the installation?

Title: Re: locating soft top compartment mat
Post by: Tyler S on June 26, 2018, 13:49:31

Blackjack, The liner in the link above (fibre backing) has a near identical pebble finish as the original liner. The second offering (hardboard) is a less expensive alternative but is a generic vinyl and has a smooth texture.

Title: Re: locating soft top compartment mat
Post by: BlackJack on June 26, 2018, 14:06:54

Tyler S.
My concern with the fibre backing is that due to the extra thickness the soft top might not compress sufficiently in the compartment to close the lid without a problem, but that might be insignificant. Which one do you have and if with fibre backing what kind of adhesive did you use?

Title: Re: locating soft top compartment mat
Post by: mrfatboy on June 26, 2018, 14:14:24

For reference here is a picture of my original liner.

Title: Re: locating soft top compartment mat
Post by: 66andBlue on June 26, 2018, 16:56:54

John,
the pebbled vinyl used on Porsche Targa tops is very similar to the original. Check with upholstery shops in your area they might have it (that's how I got my replacement) or call worlduph.com and ask for a sample. I believe they call it "Levant Grain Topping".
This vinyl could be reasonable match also and it is self-adhesive: https://vvividshop.com/products/2017-vvivid-fine-grain-leather