mgworek

Posted photos.

Outside is pealing apart and it's getting worse. When I bought the car last year, I assume they glued it, it looked fine. Then right after there was a small part of that was visible and it has grown.

Today, I just noticed the plastic trim around the inside window is broke on both sides. I posted a picture, it's the same on both sides.

I am more worried about the outside pealing apart but need to get them both fixed.

ChenZheng

I am very sorry to say, but based on my experience with this you are going to need a NEW roof. I had to purchase an original roof almost 6 months ago because the tear got so bad that when it rained water would flow into the tear, down behind the rear interior quarter panel, pooled under the rear seat and then overflowed down behind the carpet. The foam backing is so thick behind the carpets, it was a pain to dry.

City Rat

I would agree sadly. However before you go down the new roof road I have two last ditch, possibly less expensive, options for you. 1- repair. Ask around, including at boat yards to see if they know of a shop that repairs convertible or canvas tops. If so the top will have to come off the car and be taken apart for any good repair to have a chance of working; 2- salvage yard, check online or have your repair shop check the online salvage yards nationwide for a clK cab top in good condition. Note: before you head down this road you need to compare the parts number for the clk55 top and see if is the same as the clk 500, 430, 320 tops as there are likely to.be more of those available in salvage yards just based on sales volume. Good luck.

GatorMB

Repairs are possible if the canvas is good, The seam in the first photo is repairable.
City Rat had a good suggestion about boat canvas repair guys/gals etc...
The only way to get a new headliner is with a new top, according to the dealer.
I think an upholstery guy/gal etc... can fabricate one as well.
Its all about cost, life of canvas.
Check for extended wear around the rear glass and front pillars.

Cheers, Gator

sklim

just noticed this weekend that mine is separating at the seam like the op's. Is it possible to use the 3M spray adhesive that is used to glue indoor/outdoor carpet to bass boat decking?

sklim

Hey mgworek - not sure if you were able to get the seams repaired, but since I started looking into this on this forum as well as checking with a local convertible top shop - the recommended fix is canvas tent seam glue (McNett Seam Grip) or Rhino Glue. I was able to pick up the Seam Grip at Dick's Sporting Goods for under $8 - will apply this weekend

GatorMB

I didn't think the 3-m spray would hold up on canvas, I have used it on the fine cloth around the speaker covers and lower door panel areas with success.

I was thinking of any canvas repair adhesive that requires some serious heat(gun maybe) or chemical melt bond.

My top was repaired once but the process is unknown, and undetectable. The economy has forced many of the boat guys into retirement.

Mcnet seam grip - Is it a 3-m or DuPont ? XXX-mart is the only sports store around unless you need sneakers or golf clubs. Piiing. LOL

Gator

sklim

Gator - your probably correct on the 3M spray - was thinking out loud. As for the McNett - they have several different companies under them - Gear Aid is the maker of the seam grip. I used this last week to fix the separating seams and so far the area fixed is holding up great (only time will be the true test). I've seen it available online via amazon and here is the link to the product web site:

http://www.mcnett.com/gearaid/seam-grip#10510


Not sure what part of Fla you reside in but the website shows 3 outdoor outfitters in Fla that carry the product - 2 in Gainsville and 1 in Jax

gun4hire

Even if you are able to correct the condition with the canvas, that plastic trim piece is not replaceable (notably because it isn't available). My convertible top cover is fine, but that rear window surround is broken on mine too.

I've seen complete tops for around $500 on ebay.

Joseph Mullins

i don't think this is correct--i've seen other threads with link to the plastic surround: https://www.mbpartscenter.com/oem-pa...ame-2087770107

Not sure if it's a part that's stocked, just didn't want misinformation on this board.

Serndipity

The surround replacement is available. See details in post #19 at https://mbworld.org/forums/clk-class...placeable.html

gun4hire