Ron Davis asks about putting a roof on his roadster.
The most critical item is the header to match the windscreen. Dry fit it to
make sure nothing has warped or bent before you go any further, and that the
holddowns all operate. You might do the same with the backpiece, although
it's flexible enough to shape when you install the fabric. You say you have
the top bows but didn't mention the slide fittings that run them up and down
on the inside just aft of the doors. If you have them, you're ready to go!
A critical point in fitting the top is around the side curtains, so install
them when you start pulling everything into place. You should have two or
three flaps that come down around the top of them, one external to keep out
the rain, one internal to keep out the draft, and an extra one fitting in the
side curtain rail that helps the other two do the job.
J. C. Whitney claims they (actually one of their suppliers) have the patterns
to make the top, cost is $180-220. Maybe someone else in the group has
experience with them on other car tops as to quality.
Of course, the best shot is if you have a local upholstery shop that is
patient and understanding and not out to get rich on one job.
"Ole" Olson
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