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Sonnenland vs. Twillfast vs. Stayfast: Which Convertible Top Fabric Works Best?

September 29, 2025 By Gary Dekirmendjian

The Hog Ring - Sonnenland vs. Twillfast vs. Stayfast- Which Convertible Top Fabric Works Best

Choosing the right convertible top fabric isn’t just about color or texture — it directly impacts durability, weather resistance, sound insulation, and how well the top functions over time. … [Read more...] about Sonnenland vs. Twillfast vs. Stayfast: Which Convertible Top Fabric Works Best?

OEM+ Expert Tips: What to Know Before Replacing a Convertible Soft Top

August 31, 2025 By Gary Dekirmendjian

The Hog Ring - OEM+ Expert Tips- What to Know Before Replacing a Convertible Soft Top

Whether you’re restoring a vintage convertible or upgrading a modern roadster, selecting the right replacement soft top is key to achieving a clean, professional result. From material quality to proper fitment, here’s what our team at OEM+ Auto Tops believes you should keep in mind when guiding your clients — or placing an order yourself. … [Read more...] about OEM+ Expert Tips: What to Know Before Replacing a Convertible Soft Top

This Family-Run Manufacturer is Raising the Bar for Convertible Tops

July 18, 2025 By Johnny Dekirmendjian

The Hog Ring - This Family-Run Manufacturer is Raising the Bar for Convertible Tops

In today’s aftermarket, where mass production and offshore outsourcing are the norm, it’s rare to find a company doing things differently — let alone better. But OEM+ Auto Tops, based in North Hollywood, California, has built its reputation on precisely that: restoring craftsmanship, care and consistency to convertible top manufacturing. … [Read more...] about This Family-Run Manufacturer is Raising the Bar for Convertible Tops

How OEM+ Auto Tops is Redefining Convertible Top Manufacturing with In-House Mold Production

June 30, 2025 By Gary Dekirmendjian

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In the world of aftermarket convertible tops, OEM+ Auto Tops is making serious waves — thanks to a game-changing approach that few manufacturers can match: complete in-house mold production. … [Read more...] about How OEM+ Auto Tops is Redefining Convertible Top Manufacturing with In-House Mold Production

Flush-Mount Window Bonding: How OEM+ Auto Tops Sets a New Standard

May 23, 2025 By Gary Dekirmendjian

The Hog Ring - Flush-Mount Window Bonding by OEM+

Tired of window separation, leaks, and poor alignment on aftermarket convertible tops? OEM+ Auto Tops has engineered a solution that not only matches OEM convertible tops—but exceeds them in every way. … [Read more...] about Flush-Mount Window Bonding: How OEM+ Auto Tops Sets a New Standard

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