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Old 07-22-2009, 09:49 AM   #1
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Convertible top installation...DIY?

Am I crazy in thinking about installing a new convertible top myself. Are there any detailed instructions out there.
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Old 07-22-2009, 09:55 AM   #2
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its not that bad really.

theres a video from the factory that they sent out to dealerships/techs about how to do it. my dad and i got a hold of it when we did this and we then sent to a guy that was gonna make copies and sell them, actually i think you can buy copies on ebay. its really just a matter of lining it up right and gluing everything. i havent had any leaks from my ebay top in 5 years.
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Old 07-22-2009, 10:40 AM   #3
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+1. You can buy the factory CD on eBay and it was instructions on how to replace the top.
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Old 08-08-2009, 02:02 PM   #4
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its not that bad really.

theres a video from the factory that they sent out to dealerships/techs about how to do it. my dad and i got a hold of it when we did this and we then sent to a guy that was gonna make copies and sell them, actually i think you can buy copies on ebay. its really just a matter of lining it up right and gluing everything. i havent had any leaks from my ebay top in 5 years.
Curious what part of NC you from?
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Old 08-13-2009, 12:26 AM   #5
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Also with every aftermarket top there should come instructions how to do the job. It's not hard.
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Old 09-14-2009, 12:23 AM   #6
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This is the DIY I used when I did mine:
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