WTB: Velcro covers for when the hard top is on - LotusTalk

Twerthi · 07-09-2009, 10:49 AM

They're probably for the soft top as well, but I don't have a soft top so I don't know. One of my covers that hide the connection point to the hard top comes off constantly so I'm looking for a replacement. I only need the one, but will buy both. I *think* they're all black, but in case they're not, I need black. I've attached an image and circled in red it's approximate location.

Ripple · 07-09-2009, 11:06 AM

PM sent

Twerthi · 07-09-2009, 11:12 AM

Sorry for not specifying, but I need the passenger one. Possibly have one from Ripple, waiting for his reply.

Twerthi · 07-09-2009, 11:32 AM

I've two responses, thanks to those who responded.

jallingt · 07-09-2009, 11:52 AM

I believe there is a thread about the covers.
FWIW....
It seems the general decision is to not use them, because WHEN they fall off they tend to go out the window. It took my car less then 3k miles to loose one.

Twerthi · 07-09-2009, 11:55 AM

Really? Mine's always fallen straight down even with the windows open. The Driver's side one never comes off, it's only the passenger side. I've a feeling it's because of missing tines on the velcro part, but we'll see when I get the new one.

jallingt · 07-09-2009, 12:03 PM

Boy, I love these cars!
They each have a personality of their own.
I am guessing mine went out the window..... cuz I never found it on the inside!

jasper · 07-09-2009, 12:23 PM

first thing on mine that fell off and hit me in the head, never put them back on

if you're missing them, you're not missing much

habendanio · 07-09-2009, 02:34 PM

Might have to use doublesided tape under the velcro. Mine didn't hold to well until I adjusted them, then they were pretty good. Once they were set up good you could feel the velcro snap together.

Twerthi · 07-10-2009, 08:11 AM

I have one, thanks to all that responded.

Samurai · 07-10-2009, 09:57 AM

If you still have the cover, just replace the fasteners. They can be found at Radio Shack and Target. I have found that target is cheaper.

07-09-2009, 10:49 AM	#1 (permalink)
Twerthi Finally got one! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Lacey, WA Posts: 355	WTB: Velcro covers for when the hard top is on They're probably for the soft top as well, but I don't have a soft top so I don't know. One of my covers that hide the connection point to the hard top comes off constantly so I'm looking for a replacement. I only need the one, but will buy both. I think they're all black, but in case they're not, I need black. I've attached an image and circled in red it's approximate location. Attached Images __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise #635 - Magnetic Blue with blue leather, Touring Package, Hard Top, Starshield, dual oil coolers Mods - Stainless Steel brake lines, Stage II Exhaust, Odyssey 545, Lotus Sport T4 ECU, Sport Package (LSS suspension and wheels), Cup Car air box, Lotus Sport water catch tank.

07-09-2009, 11:06 AM	#2 (permalink)
Ripple (.V.) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 193	PM sent __________________ '05 Elise: AS w/Matte Black HT \| Touring Pack \| Starshield \| Larini SE \| Cup Car air box \| 6000k HIDs w/parking light LEDs \| CF mirror covers/door panels/side scoops \| JL Audio VR525/650-CXi

07-09-2009, 11:12 AM	#3 (permalink)
Twerthi Finally got one! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Lacey, WA Posts: 355	Sorry for not specifying, but I need the passenger one. Possibly have one from Ripple, waiting for his reply. __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise #635 - Magnetic Blue with blue leather, Touring Package, Hard Top, Starshield, dual oil coolers Mods - Stainless Steel brake lines, Stage II Exhaust, Odyssey 545, Lotus Sport T4 ECU, Sport Package (LSS suspension and wheels), Cup Car air box, Lotus Sport water catch tank.

07-09-2009, 11:32 AM	#4 (permalink)
Twerthi Finally got one! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Lacey, WA Posts: 355	I've two responses, thanks to those who responded. __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise #635 - Magnetic Blue with blue leather, Touring Package, Hard Top, Starshield, dual oil coolers Mods - Stainless Steel brake lines, Stage II Exhaust, Odyssey 545, Lotus Sport T4 ECU, Sport Package (LSS suspension and wheels), Cup Car air box, Lotus Sport water catch tank.

07-09-2009, 11:52 AM	#5 (permalink)
jallingt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 521	I believe there is a thread about the covers. FWIW.... It seems the general decision is to not use them, because WHEN they fall off they tend to go out the window. It took my car less then 3k miles to loose one. __________________ 2005 Bordeaux Met #21 (HT, Touring, Quicksilver ext, TRM F1 wheels, Stan Stud, HID lights, BWR S/C,Filled motor mounts, catch can, no camber shims, Tillett saddles) 2004 Audi S4 Sedan (Tip, GAIC Chip, AWE Cat-back, Team Dyanmics Pro 1.2 wheels, H-sport sway bars) 2002 F-350 (Powerstroke, 4x4, Banks power pack, 6th alternator) Couple nice bicycles, way too many snow skis.

07-09-2009, 11:55 AM	#6 (permalink)
Twerthi Finally got one! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Lacey, WA Posts: 355	Really? Mine's always fallen straight down even with the windows open. The Driver's side one never comes off, it's only the passenger side. I've a feeling it's because of missing tines on the velcro part, but we'll see when I get the new one. __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise #635 - Magnetic Blue with blue leather, Touring Package, Hard Top, Starshield, dual oil coolers Mods - Stainless Steel brake lines, Stage II Exhaust, Odyssey 545, Lotus Sport T4 ECU, Sport Package (LSS suspension and wheels), Cup Car air box, Lotus Sport water catch tank.

07-09-2009, 12:03 PM	#7 (permalink)
jallingt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 521	Boy, I love these cars! They each have a personality of their own. I am guessing mine went out the window..... cuz I never found it on the inside! __________________ 2005 Bordeaux Met #21 (HT, Touring, Quicksilver ext, TRM F1 wheels, Stan Stud, HID lights, BWR S/C,Filled motor mounts, catch can, no camber shims, Tillett saddles) 2004 Audi S4 Sedan (Tip, GAIC Chip, AWE Cat-back, Team Dyanmics Pro 1.2 wheels, H-sport sway bars) 2002 F-350 (Powerstroke, 4x4, Banks power pack, 6th alternator) Couple nice bicycles, way too many snow skis.

07-09-2009, 12:23 PM	#8 (permalink)
jasper thread killer Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 357	first thing on mine that fell off and hit me in the head, never put them back on if you're missing them, you're not missing much

07-09-2009, 02:34 PM	#9 (permalink)
habendanio Henry Join Date: May 2006 Location: Fairfield CA Posts: 728	Might have to use doublesided tape under the velcro. Mine didn't hold to well until I adjusted them, then they were pretty good. Once they were set up good you could feel the velcro snap together. __________________ Henry http://www.abendanio.com/ 2005 Elise, AR, Touring, Sport, HT (RIP 10-6-08) 2005 Elise,Touring & Sports,Bordeaux Red Pearl 1986 Pontiac Fiero Gt, 1986 Toyota Pickup

07-10-2009, 08:11 AM	#10 (permalink)
Twerthi Finally got one! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Lacey, WA Posts: 355	I have one, thanks to all that responded. __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise #635 - Magnetic Blue with blue leather, Touring Package, Hard Top, Starshield, dual oil coolers Mods - Stainless Steel brake lines, Stage II Exhaust, Odyssey 545, Lotus Sport T4 ECU, Sport Package (LSS suspension and wheels), Cup Car air box, Lotus Sport water catch tank.

07-10-2009, 09:57 AM	#11 (permalink)
Samurai Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Atlanta Posts: 302	If you still have the cover, just replace the fasteners. They can be found at Radio Shack and Target. I have found that target is cheaper.

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