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[180pilot]

What work does the quote include?

Sorry for delay on answer, getting old,  That quote included a repair or new front lift panel, not sure they can match the white laminate. Replacing headliner and new insulation in roof and the liner.  $ 3100

[kmcintyre]

In my opinion, unless you want to try and change the lift panels yourself with the roof and vinyl on, is have it done while replacing the vinyl.  That's what I did.  It surely adds cost but it's incremental and you get it done right and you're done with it.  I was extremely happy with ATC who did my Eagle for me.  I scheduled it months in advance as I was driving from Idaho.  I brought it in late afternoon one day and before I left they already had the roof off.  The next day I went back (just before closing) and it was done.  Awesome.

[180pilot]

In my opinion, unless you want to try and change the lift panels yourself with the roof and vinyl on, is have it done while replacing the vinyl.  That's what I did.  It surely adds cost but it's incremental and you get it done right and you're done with it.  I was extremely happy with ATC who did my Eagle for me.  I scheduled it months in advance as I was driving from Idaho.  I brought it in late afternoon one day and before I left they already had the roof off.  The next day I went back (just before closing) and it was done.  Awesome.

 

Was that just the panels or whole liner?  Did they have liner in stock?  I believe they have them sewn up by Capitol Tarpaulin in Sacremento.

[kmcintyre]

180pilot: not sure if you were asking me the question but, yes I had the whole liner and both panels replaced.  They also fixed a few other things while the roof was off (wiring near front panel, straightened an area where one of the clamps was, etc.).  They had the vinyl in stock when I showed up and I think when I scheduled it, they said they had it already (or would get it done).

 

One thing to consider and I wish I had thought of this before.  You might be able to get the "taller" version of the vinyl and lift panels if you need/want the extra 6" of height?  I'm not sure what the price difference is or if it's even possible.