Convertible Top Difference Between 87-90 & 91-93

[Bob91vert]

My 91 needs a top frame assy.
I have a line on on 87 complete working frame and hydro's.

Will the 87 work? What the differences?

Thanks again!

 

[Bob91vert]

Well after some searching using different words and such I think I found what I needed. The earlier models stacked lower into the well. But will fit my 91 if I don't mind the higher stack. Correct?

The new top skin and such need to be ordered for the older frame as the one for sale has a beat up white top.
I had a 89 vert and did not think anything of it then.

 

[89oem]

There is also the exterior tack strip above the rear window on the earlier models, I swapped my 89 for a 93, was straight forward

This video is very helpful Mustang Convertible Top Frame Removal (Fox Body)

 

[Bob91vert]

Thanks! I can get this top assy with everything for 300 cash. And everything functions.

 

[89oem]

Do your current hydraulics work? If so for that money you could buy the proper frame. What s the issue with the current frame?

 

[Bob91vert]

Right now I have no idea. The guy I bought it from 3 weeks ago said the motor is bad. But something is making noise. I have just been fixing everything else and was putting the top off for last.
The top has one broken front drivers side rail. The aluminum cast part.
And a pin that hold another link of some sort is broke. I did find a pin in the car when cleaning it. But the plastic like bushing is also wasted.

This top assy just came up locally and 300 is not a issue. I would rather have the correct year. But I see them on ebay for 650 or more.

They seem scarce. I'm not in a hurry. Just thought maybe I should jump on this.

 

[stykthyn]

You have it backward. The latter frames sit lower in the well. Either frame will work in your car. The top boots may not be interchangeable though.

 

[Bob91vert]

Thanks. I saw that after I posted.

 

[89oem]

Just keep looking they're out there. I got mine from MPS in Atlanta, they're a big mustang recycler...

The hydraulics are the same

*I still use my 89 boot it fits fine.

You can test the motor and check the fluid in it etc before changing it out. theres a guy who sells rebuilts with warranty too for about $100, if you find you need it I can dig up his link

 

[stykthyn]

You can source just the rail. I've fixed several. Much easier than replacing the whole thing

 

[jmc01gt]

How much lower do the 91+ stacks sit in relation to the belt line of the car? I have checked pictures and on some it looks negligible while on others it seems like a good 6". I might be picking up an 89 Vert and this is a change I might want to make in the future (distant future) if the difference is dramatic.

 

[Bob91vert]

They don't sit much lower.
While they do sell the cast rail. They don't sell the pin kits with bushings.
Keep looking, I bought a complete perfect 93 top assy for 120 from a pic and pull. Included lines, cylinders and pump. Bolted it on, bled it, adjusted it and done.