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Are all the T-Tops interchangable for each model year C3.
If not, whats the difference between the 68-77, and 78 to 82?
 
The main difference is the 68-77 has two clamp lock down front and rear. The latter has a bolt which inserts from rear of the top into the body by the door edge.
 
Can the 68 - 77 tops be retro-fitted?
 
I have no idea. My 80 is in the shop for a couple of days or will would go out and try to swap out top between my 75 and 80 and give you a better answer. Maybe someone else in the forums tried it.
 
I have the later model glass t tops on my 75 so they can be changed. You will have to change the rear retaining mounts I believe. I'm not sure what year the glass tops started but think it was later then 75. My glass tops have one latch on each top and the originals should have two.
 
I have seen people use 78-82 tops on older models, but I haven't seen it done the other way around.

In addition to the extra latches the older tops weight more and have different interior panels.

Glass tops are 1978+ i think.

-Gööney0
 

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