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CONVERTIBLE TOP TECH -- TT-103 - (pg 1 of 30)

TT-103 is the full course for installation of a new convertible top, complete with pictures and tips to make the job reasonably easy. There are notes on form, fit and function, and even a few hints on how to make your side curtains fit a little better. Prerequisite for this course is TT-101, Lift-the-Dot fastener tech. Once you've mastered the technique of installing LTD fasteners, this job is well within the abilities of the average person. And while you can do the job with carpet tacks or a hand stapler, an electric staple gun makes the job go much quicker.


New top installed
SERIAL PICTURE TOUR OF INSTALLATION
Just follow the green arrows, or pick a picture.


New top
materials
Materials
hardware
Temporary
clamp
Positioning
wrap mat'l
Srarting
wrap
Clearing
end post
Closing
wrap
Clearing
Wing Bolt
Folded
mat'l edge
Covering
rail end
Finishing
rail end
Center
Latch
Header
finished
Inserting
rear rail
Rear edge
w/ rail
Centering
at rear
Centering
at front
Front
corner
Finishing
strip
Trim Cap
in place
Locating
fasteners
Top bow
screws
Front
quarter
Side
view
Crowned
and cool
Rear
quarter
Curtain
outside
Curtain
inside

Additional notes after the fact, and contributions from others.
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