Comparison of 1962 and 1963
Chrysler convertible top frames



The frame in white is from a 63 Chrysler. The casting number on the pillar is 2482935.
The frame in black is from a 62 Chrysler.The casting number on the pillar is 1884585.
The 62 Chrysler pillar is broken at the pivot and is missing a piece of the casting.


On the 62 frame the distance from the center of the pivot hole to the bow link is about 2-7/8"
and the distance from the center of the pivot hole to the power link is about 8-3/8".


On the 63 frame the distance from the center of the pivot hole to the bow link is about 3-5/8".
The distance from the center of the pivot hole to the power link is about 7-3/8".


1962 power link


1963 power link, different shape than 1962


1962 power link dimension


1963 power link dimension


Side by side comparison.
White frame on left is 1963, black frame on right is 1962.