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"Cotan" vinyl

Started by Tom Hall 7485, July 26, 2011, 02:08:08 PM

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Tom Hall 7485

July 26, 2011, 02:08:08 PM
Not to be confused with "cotton," there is something called "cotan" with regard to vinyl interiors and vinyl tops.  What does "cotan" mean? (apparently a long "o" sound to say it)
Tom Hall, CLC Member 7485, Lifetime member since the mid-1990s.

Mike Josephic CLC #3877

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July 26, 2011, 03:56:07 PM
"Cotan" was a trade name for a white convertible top material that made it's
debu on the '56 T-Bird.  It was reputed to be non-fading and non-shrinking.

However, neither of those claims proved to be true and many needed replacement
after a few short years.

Mike
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custom built by Santa Fe in Evansville, IN
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Tom Hall 7485

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July 27, 2011, 10:35:38 AM
Okay, thank you.

Do you think it's limited to convertible top material? 
Tom Hall, CLC Member 7485, Lifetime member since the mid-1990s.

Mike Josephic CLC #3877

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July 27, 2011, 04:48:46 PM
Hi Tom:

Based on the type of material it is, I believe so.  It probably would not be
suitable for seats or interior, for example. 

Mike
1955 Cadillac Eldorado
1973 Cadillac Eldorado
1995 Cadillac Seville
2004 Escalade
1997 GMC Suburban 4X4, 454 engine, 3/4 ton
custom built by Santa Fe in Evansville, IN
2011 Buick Lucerne CX
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CLCMRC Museum Benefactor #38
Past: VP International Affiliates, Museum Board Director, President / Director Pittsburgh Region
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