Mercury, 1942-48
Convertible Top and Convertible Top Parts

Manufacture of the Mercury was suspended during the war years, from 1942. However tooling and designs date from that year, so we are listing these tops as 1942-1948. Actual production was from 1946 to 1948.

The original top fabric was canvas. Our Haartz Stayfast canvas is a modern convertible topping. Its butyl rubber center (core) provides very high durability..

Curtains: The curtain is the rear window section of the top. We can provide this top with a blank curtain or with a plastic (rear window) curtain. The blank curtain car is for those with access to a rear window frame and glass that can be mounted to the blank curtain. Our plastic window curtains have a horseshoe zipper.

Haartz pinpoint vinyl is significantly less expensive and for some the fabric of choice.

Please click on one of the blue links, above, to see fabric swatches. Jot down your color choice. You will have an ample checkout message box within which you can specify your color and also to leave any requests you wish to make.

Wood Top Bows: Our bows are accurate reproductions of the originals and many have been installed. The bows provide the tacking or stapling surface for top installation. The bows are actually improvements over the originals because modern adhesives and laminating methods allow us to avoid steam bending (which is inherently unstable) and to provide a more durable product. These wood bows are made using upholstery grade kiln dried poplar lumber.

Hydraulics:

We now stock hydraulic cylinders, motor-pumps, and hoses for your convertible tops. All are made to OEM specifications. Each can be ordered separately; however, when ordering hydraulic cylinders we recommend replacing both. The chances are that both hydraulic cylinders were manufactured at the same time: if one is on its way out the other may follow. If the top is raised and one hydraulic cylinder is working harder than the other the result over time can lead to a slightly bent convertible top frame. The replacement of both hydraulic cylinders will ensure that the top raises and lowers symmetrically.

Systems for this car take Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) and have a 5 year warranty when used with this fluid. Brake fluid should not be used as it voids the warranty. We also offer an installation manual when ordered.

The 12 volt motor-pumps include a mounting bracket with rubber grommets to reduce vibration.

We also offer a rebuilding service for motor-pumps. Not all are repairable, but it is less expensive to have one rebuilt than to buy a new one. The motor-pump would need to be sent to us for evaluation. Hoses come with all new fittings and are made specifically to fit your car.

Parts in this category (Mercury) fit cars for years: 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947 and 1948.

We a now pleased to offer hydraulic cylinders, hydraulic motor pumps, and hydraulic hose sets for many different convertibles, they will be listed on your cars page if available. Also, checkout our newly added roof rail weatherstripping seals, front header weatherstripping seals, door weatherstripping seals, trunk weatherstripping seals. Look for extra savings on weatherstripping seals kits.

We are continuing to grow our convertible related products: These include convertible top latches, tonneau covers, relays, switches, rear tacking rails (trimsticks), seat covers, car covers, and carpeting.

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