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Re: Convertible Top

To: "HUTCHINS, JOE" <JHUTCHIN@nsc.msmail.miami.edu>,
Subject: Re: Convertible Top
From: Vadim Akselrod <vadim@sems.com>
Date: Mon, 24 Jun 96 11:39:19 -0700
>Well, it's time to put a convertible top on my '73 B.  I would appreciate 
>any input from the list as to what top, preferably in a medium price range, 
>would be best for fit, ease of installation, durability, zippered rear 
>window or not etc.  Thanks in advance for any information and tips on 
>installation.
>
>Joe Hutchins
>'67BGT/'73B

I'll let others comment on what the best top manufacturer is, but I do 
have an installation tip.  When drilling out the old rivets, many times 
the far end will fall off into the header rail.  Then when driving 
around, the metal pieces bounce around, making casino-like clincking 
noises.  They won't come out through the holes (holes are too small).

Solution: before putting on the new top, drill a larger hole somewhere 
towards the side of the header rail, in the part that will have the top 
glued to it.  Then empty out all the debris from the header rail before 
rivering and gluing on the new top.  Much quieter.

YYMV.

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