I don't know about the series I, but on the series IV, there are three metal strips across the back of the car (one behind each of the 3 folding parts in the back). The large metal strip in the middle is designed to hold the rear of the hood in place. A common mistake is that a previous owner also used the side metal strips to hold the hood in place. If this is the case, you would never be able to get the hood far enough down to close the metal covers.
I have some info about convertible top installation at my website - which may or may not help... www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Flats/3725/Alpine.html.
Brad
Robert Wiseman wrote:
>
> I have been trying to get my hood to store. My 61 has 3 folding parts
> in the back but I cant even come close to getting the hood all the way
> down to close the lids. Any one have any tricks that will help me do
> that.
>
> Merry Christmas to all. and Happy New Year.
>
> Rob