- Install the rivets (5) at the header using the 6 inch webbing through poly sheeting (Fig 1
).
NOTE:
The webbing must be showing on the top of the poly sheet for proper installation.
- Install rivets (4) at the #4 bow using the 4 inch webbing through poly sheeting (Fig 2
).
NOTE:
The webbing must be showing on the top of the poly sheet for proper installation.
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- Rotate the #3 bow forward aligning the outboard edge of the 6 inch webbing to outer edge of the 3 bow.
NOTE:
At the same time as the above step, align the rear edge of the 6 inch webbing to the rear edge of the tack strip on the #3 bow.
- Place a double row of 3/8 staples on both ends with a single row between them.
- Latch the header and the #4 bow.
- Rotate the #2 bow forward until it rest on stops.
NOTE:
The following step will create tension on the outboard edge of the webbing.
- Pull rearward on the cloth tab on 6 inch webbing.
- Wrap the cloth tab around the rear edge of the #3 bow.
NOTE:
You will need to punch a hole in tab for alignment of hole in #3 bow.
- Attach with rivet.
- Rotate #3 bow rearward until it bottoms out on stops. Lock into position with tape or cord to the 4 bow.
NOTE:
The #3 bow must stay stationary for proper installation.
- Align the inboard edge of through 4 inch webbing to the inboard edge of the 6 inch webbing.
- Clamp the 4 inch webbing with wide mouth vise grips, pull tension and staple a double row on both ends with a single row between them.
- Trim the excess 4 inch webbing at the #3 bow with a hot knife and remove tape or cord.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to cut into the 6 inch webbing.
- Latch the convertible top and verify proper operation.