Glossary of Convertible Top Terms

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To aid in communication between our clients, we have put together a detailed list of terms of  convertible top and related mechanism nomenclature.

 

  • 1. No. 1 Bow, Header Bow or Windshield Bow

  • 2. No. 2 Bow

  • 3. No. 3 Bow

  • 4. No. 4 Bow

  • 5. Side rail

  • 6. Wire On Or feature Strip

  • 7. D.L.O. ( Daylight Opening)

  • 8. Back Light Or Rear Curtain

  • 9. Lower Valance

  • 10. Front Header

  • 11. A Pillar

  • 12. B Pillar

  • 13. sail panel

  • 14. Side Window Frame

  • 15. Quarter Window

  • 16. Rear Snap Flap Or Retainer Flap

  • 17. Front Stay Pad

  • 18. Rear Stay Pad

  • 19. No. 5 Bow

  • 20. B Pillar

  • 21. Deck Section

  • 22. 4- Bow Seam

  • 23. Quarter Seam

  • 24. Quarter Panel

 

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