The discussion about whether or not to unzip the rear window when putting the
top down (I used to zip mine up as suggested by the manual but will try it with
the window zipped out) reminded me of a rear window problem I had during a long
interstate trip. Several times on a trip during which I wished I had AC in my
TR6, the unzipped rear window, was sucked out of the opening and ended up
flopping around on the rear boot lid. This usually occurred when there was
unusual air turbulence such as passing an 18 wheeler. This was no big deal
since what usually worked was to put something on the back ledge to keep the
window from flapping around. However it is a real PIA to get the window back
into the car while driving if you are alone. My solution, which I'm sure has
occurred to many of you, was to put two boot type snaps on the top edge at each
corner of the window and put corresponding male snaps on the gas tank board.
If you make this installation I suggest that you find a spot for the male snap
on the gas tank board first since you need a location with a metal brace behind
it to secure the snap to the gas tank board. You can then locate a
corresponding spot on the nylon fabric securing the zipper to the clear plastic
window for the female snap. It worked for me but your mileage may vary.
Mike Lunsford, 1970 TR6
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