parade boot installation for 64 Wildcat

Discussion in 'The ragtop shop' started by 64 wildcat conv, May 8, 2012.

  1. 64 wildcat conv

    64 wildcat conv Silver Level contributor

    Guys, I am installing a new parade boot in my 64 Wildcat and am looking for hints for a successful install. It seems simple enough. Slide the front edge into the groove, center with the snaps, and your off, but sometimes there are little tricks that save a lot of trouble. Should I use some type of lubricant where the front edge slides into the retainer on the back of the seat? If so, what works best? Bees wax? (which I use on the rear window zipper), dish soap? Silicon spray? other?
     
  2. cpr3333

    cpr3333 Silver Level contributor

    When I did mine about 12 years ago, I didn't think about it until it got stuck. Then I soaked it in Armor All beecause it was handy and didn't seem like it would hurt. It worked, but there may be better things to use.
     
  3. 64 wildcat conv

    64 wildcat conv Silver Level contributor

    Thanks Chris, I didn't think of Armor All but it makes snese to me since that is likely what I'll use for a protectant.
     
  4. cpr3333

    cpr3333 Silver Level contributor

    I know it's slippery because my father almost killed me after I got carried away detailing his car when I was in high school. I used it on the pedals without really wiping it off. :spank:

    Luckily, he noticed it before he drove off and not when his foot slipped off the brake pedal when he needed it.
     

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