Hood fabric choices - noticeable difference?

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Hood fabric choices - noticeable difference?

Postby TorqueHorse » Thu 30.09.2021, 21:16

Hi folks,
Looking to replace the convertible top hood fabric on my '91 FED and I've found a range of price points for the fabric type most often offered on sites, the Stayfast Canvas fabric. But on a couple sites, I've also seen Sonnendeck Canvas (aka Twillfast) offered. Looks like the main difference is a bit of sound deadening/weight and the "dobby" backing pattern visible on the interior/underside of the hood?

Any opinions on the more moderately priced Stayfast, or is it worth the extra scratch for the Sonnendeck?

Thanks!
-Matt N
'91 FED M100 -rolling resto

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Re: Hood fabric choices - noticeable difference?

Postby FunElan » Thu 30.09.2021, 23:29

I'm very curious about this too, as my roof is tattered. Thinking blue roof over frost silver paint
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