Oldsmobile Futuramic 98 and Dynamic 98, 1948-49
Convertible Top and Convertible Top Parts

Oldsmobile Futuramic 98 and Dynamic 98 Convertible Top Information:
  • Quality: Made to original specs, 100% fit guarantee.
  • Original Configuration: Two piece top, main top section and zippered plastic window section; joined upon installation. Window has a horseshoe zipper. Molding above rear window with chrome tips supplied. Extra fabric for header bow seal supplied.
  • Original Factory Material: Haartz Pinpoint Vinyl in black, classic white, and tan. Haartz Stayfast Canvas in black, tan, light neutral.
  • Window: Plastic window with "horseshoe" zipper or "blank curtain" (solid double thickness fabric) for owner glass window. The photo below shows a typical "blank curtain" installation:
                                                                             
  • Tack Strips: These are embedded in the header bow and rear top bow to receive staples. Be sure to select according to the channel cross section dimensions in your car.
  • All seams are doubly electronically welded and sewn for added reinforcement. Convertible top fabrics are mildew & mold resistant, and UV treated for color fastness. Plastic windows are DOT rated heavy 40-gauge thick vinyl.
  • Shop with confidence: 3 year manufacturer warranty.
  • Installation Manual: Manual is described at 'Installation Supplies.' A link to how similar tops install is below to help you decide on DIY Installation. To locate a nearby professional installer please enter "automobile upholstery shops near me" in your browser search bar.
  • Hydraulic Components: Hydraulic cylinders, motor pumps and hose sets all available and in stock.


How Two Part Tops are Installed



 

Convertible Tops and Packages

Convertible Tops and Packages

A.) Haartz Pinpoint Vinyl Convertible Top
with Choice of Zippered Plastic Window or Zippered Rear Blank Curtain

Note: Blank curtain is for those with glass window framework for installation to the curtain

Do It Yourselfers:
If you request our two part top manual (see below) we will include it with your order at no added charge..
You will need a staple gun and 1/4 and 3/8 inch stainless steel staples (available below)
You will need good quality contact cement (available below)
You may require replacement top pads and tacking strips.(see below.)
Rear Section:
Color:

As low as:
$601.00
B.) Haartz Stayfast Canvas Convertible Top
with Choice of Zippered Plastic Window or Zippered Rear Blank Curtain

Note: Blank curtain is for those with glass window framework for installation to the curtain

Do It Yourselfers:
If you request our two part top manual (see below) we will include it with your order at no added charge..
You will need a staple gun and 1/4 and 3/8 inch stainless steel staples (available below)
You will need good quality contact cement (available below)
You may require replacement top pads and tacking strips.(see below.)
Rear Section:
Color:

As low as:
$982.00
C.) ADD A GLASS TO ANY BLANK CURTAIN
No need for a frame, this glass is built-in!
Available in two sizes 6" x 21" OR 8" x 25"
Choose from Straight or Horseshoe Zipper
Will fold with top without zipping out.
For: 1948-49 Oldsmobile Futuramic 98 and Dynamic 98 Convertible Top
SIZE
ZIPPER
$419.00
Oldsmobile Futuramic 98 and Dynamic 98 convertible tops and parts in this category fit model years: 1948 and 1949


Installation Supplies

Installation Supplies

New Edition!!!
Convertible Top Guys' "How To Remove and Install Classic Two-Part Tops."

This 40-page, extensively illustrated how-to manual walks you through removing and installing any two-part convertible top. The manual applies to almost all American convertibles made before the year 2004, and some foreign cars, too, like Celicas and Saabs. This 8 1/2 x 11 book is designed as both a tutorial for first-time installers and as a step-by-step manual for these convertible tops. Generally, all that is needed and not contained is the "bow height" which is the setting of the rear top frame bow for your convertible. This is available from any top distributor ot can be measured with the old top on the car (as illustrated.)

What skills are required ? (1) The ability to drive staples into bow frame tacking strips (2) The ability to orient fabric sections to the frame and apply with contact cement. (3) A systematic and careful personality ! (There is never any sewing required.)

Note: Very early cars (forties) had wood bows and installers will have to adjust processes for stapling to these bows instead of tacking strips in steel bows as described in manual.

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$30.95
75" PADS WITH QUARTER SECTIONS. TAN (FOR USE WITH TAN UNDERSIDE TOPS)
$179.00
Front and Rear Top Frame Bow Tack Strips
(Tacking strips for most top frames. Some may vary, especially pre-60s cars.)

Dimensions: 5/8" X 3/16" and 1/2" X 1/4" (in 6 foot lengths.)
Note: These usually apply. In certain convertible top frames (especially pre-sixties) the cross sections of the header and rear top bows vary. You can measure the top bow channel cross sections and let us know if yours vary from the usual plastic ones. In that case include your tack strip selection in checkout message.
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$23.95
Standard Black Top Pad Set, includes Quarter Pads,
   Details...

$109.00
Top Pads with Quarters,Black or Tan Stayfast Canvas
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Color
View Color
$279.00
Plastic pry tool, great for prying fasteners and seals, pushing seals into retainers, loosening fabric etc
$12.95
The Arrow T50ACD electric staple gun drives wire staples with force. It will securely drive 1/4" and 3/8" staples into modern convertible top tack strips, eliminating the need for an air gun for convertible top installation. This stapler comes with the a supply of 1/4" and 3/8" staples.

This stapler also has a brad driving capability, so you can use this stapler again and again for a variety of jobs.

The Arrow T50ACD packs a well-balanced powerful, durable design. Comes complete with 10-foot, heavy-duty cord, a supply of T50 series staples, and a one-year manufacturer's warranty.

The Arrow T50ACD stapler has a spiral driven mechanism for consistent powerful driving power. Additional features include safety trigger lock, comfortable non-slip cushion grip, fastener reload, all-steel working parts, and 14-amp motor.
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$59.95
Top Pads, Including Rear Quarter Pads.
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$42.00
Fiberboard Tack Strip, Measures: 1/4" Thick x 13/16" Wide x 52" Long, Expect 2 x 26" sections.
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$10.95
Fiberboard Tack Strip, Measures: 1/4" Thick x 3/4" Wide x 52" Long, expect 2 x 26" sections.
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$9.95
Fiberboard Tack Strip, Measures: 1/4" Thick x 5/8" Wide. Expect 2 x 26" sections.
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$9.49
Fiberboard Tack Strip: 1/4" Thick x 7/16" Wide. Long, Expect 2 x 26" sections.
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$8.95
Fiberboard Tack Strip: 1/4" Thick x 9/16" Wide x 52" Long, expect 2 x 26" sections.
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$10.49
Staples and Glue Kit: 500 each of 1/4" & 3/8" Stainless Steel Staples (22 gauge). Plus an 8oz Can of Trimmer Contact Cement with Brush.

The staples in this package are narrow crown
stainless steel staples and will fit
popular air guns. If you wish to use an electric
staple gun then you will need to order our
heavy duty electric gun and its (different) staples.

Please see the "tools and accessories" link
on our home page for electric gun packages.

   Details...

$24.95
Arrow T-50 Stainless Staples, 1/4", 300 Count

 

$4.95
Arrow T-50 Stainless-Steel Staples 3/8", 300 Count

 

$4.95
Arrow T-50 Stainless-Steel Staples, 3/8", 1000 Count

 

$13.95
Arrow T-50 Stainless-Steel Staples, 1/4", 1000 Count
$13.95
Trimmer Contact Cement: 4-Oz. Brush Top Can. Strong, Waterproof, Flexible Bond for Vinyl-coated and Vinyl-laminated Fabrics.
$14.95
Trimmer Contact Cement: 8-Oz. Brush Top Can. Strong, Waterproof, Flexible Bond for Vinyl-coated and Vinyl-laminated Fabrics.
$20.95
Plastic pry tool set, 7-piece kit

Great for prying fasteners and seals, pushing seals into retainers, loosening fabric etc.

$34.95


Hydraulics

Hydraulics

"O" Ring Motor Pump Service Kit For Any American Makes

Our O-Ring kit contains the following items:(1) Drive Pin, (1) 1/8" Chrome Ball, (2) 1/4" Chrome Ball, (2) Pump Port O-Ring, (2) Reservoir O-Ring, (1) Reservoir bolt O-Ring, (1) Reservoir plug, (1)Reservoir Plug O-Ring (metal plug only).

$24.95
Convertible & Window Firewall Pump, 12 Volt
  • Fits: 1946-1948 Chrysler
  • 1946-1954 Buick, Cadillac, Oldsmobile
  • 1946-1950 Chevrolet, Pontiac
  • 1946-1951 Ford, Lincoln, Mercury
  • 1948-1954 Hudson, Packard
$1038.00
Convertible Hydraulic Cylinder Yoke 1", 1946-52 GM, 1953 CADILLAC
$25.00
Convertible Top Cylinder,PAIR 1946-1948 Lincoln, all except Continental; 1956-1957 Lincoln;1946-52 Buick,1946-53 Cadillac, 1946-50 Chevrolet,1949-54 Chrysler,1949-54 Dodge,1946-52 Olds,1949-54 Plymouth,1946-50 Pontiac
 

All convertible top cylinders are not the same. Our top cylinders are made from solid aluminum castings which are stronger than die-cast and our two-piece rod allows us to use a heavier, stronger steel. You won't find a better made convertible top cylinder on the market. All cylinders are made and assembled here in the U.S.A. and come with a 5 year warranty.

$309.95
Hydraulic System Guide: A well illustrated 10 page, 8 1/2 x 11 guide to the operation, diagnosis, and bleeding of the motor pump and to the motor/pump and cylinder removal and reassembly. Diagnosis includes electrical testing procedures.
$9.95
Set of 4 New Pointed Pump Grommets
$7.95
Top Cylinder Mounting Bolt, One.
With Pin and Bushings
1 5/8" Long, 3/8" Diameter.
$11.95
Top Cylinder Mounting Bolt, One
With Pin and Bushings.
1 1/8" Long, 3/8" in Diameter.
$11.95
Top Cylinder White Nylon Bushing, Each
$2.95
Motor pump reservoir plug, black rubber
$2.39


Boots

Boots

Convertible Top Boot Bag
$49.95


Cleaning & Protectant

Cleaning & Protectant

A PACKAGE SPECIAL:
A Combination Pack of RAGGTOPP Brand Canvas Cleaner & Protectant.
  • Plus:
  • Raggtopp Convertible Top Plastic Window Cleaner and Protectant Kit.
  • The Natural Horsehair Convertible Top Cleaning Brush
$79.95
A Combination Pack of RAGGTOPP Brand Canvas Cleaner & Protectant

About RAGGTOPP products
$39.95
A PACKAGE SPECIAL:
A Combination Pack of the RAGGTOPP Brand Vinyl Cleaner and Protectant.
  • Plus:
  • Raggtopp Convertible Top Plastic Window Cleaner and Protectant Kit.
  • The Natural Horsehair Convertible Top Cleaning Brush
$79.95
A Combination Pack of the RAGGTOPP Brand Vinyl Cleaner and Protectant Together

About RAGGTOPP products
$38.95
Raggtopp Convertible Top Plastic Window Cleaner and Protectant Kit

Contains:

  • Bottle Window Cleaner
  • Bottle Window Protectant
  • Sponge, Applicator Pad
  • Microfiber Towel

About RAGGTOPP products
$32.95
Natural Horsehair Convertible Top Cleaning Brush

About Natural Horsehair Brush
$14.95


Top Switch, Relays, Etc.

Top Switch, Relays, Etc.

Top Switch
Activates Raising/Lowering.
Heavy Duty: Rated for 50 amps.
Mount in any under dash hole.
$34.95


Important Information

Original Factory Color(s): Black, Tan and Light Neutral

Fabrics:
The original convertible top on these cars was canvas. Modern Haartz Stayfast canvas is treated against color fade and has a central core of butyl rubber.

Original Patterns:
These tops are based on original tops collected when these cars were new.

Rear Windows:
If you have access to a classical rear window frame and glass then you should choose the blank rear curtain. Your window can then be added to it. Alternatively, we can supply the top made with a plastic rear window.

Top Boots:
We have original boot patterns for the 1949 Cadillac which installs as original. This is usually ordered in an original GM vinyl, called madrid vinyl. It is generally chosen in a color to match or offset the interior fabric color.

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 1 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.

CONVERTIBLE TOP FABRICS
Almost all manufacturers use Haartz fabrics. They may specify "heaviest weight" or "original replacement" in ways that seem reassuring. But they do not really tell the whole story. Please bear in mind that two things dominate, by far, the quality issue: (a) the manufacturing quality control in the factory that makes the top and (b) the care and thoroughness of the installation. There is a trade-off in weight: heavier is better for resisting tear through, but lighter is better for flexibility and abrasion from within that may arise from movement. Almost all our tops are a flexible medium density (36 oz.) fabric. Heavier is not better in most cases. Where it is, because of the top design, we will say so and the top will be made of the heavier vinyl.
Warranties outlined here are only applicable for products installed by a professional trim shop or professional upholstery shop. For Convertible Tops, and related products, the manufacturer will void the warranty for any product that is not professionally installed; manufacturer defects are covered by the warranty in such cases. The manufacturer is not responsible for damage due to improper installation.


Parts in this category (Oldsmobile Futuramic 98 and Dynamic 98) fit cars for years: 1948 and 1949.