Hard top hardware

[elDizzle]

One of the bolts to crank down my hardtop is pretty stripped. Anyone know how to replace just that part? I can barely get it on or off now.

For comparison, here's what the other side looks like:




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[cory58]

Parts are available. Check RealOEM. You may have to replace the whole mechanism. To remove it, just rotate the castled nut counter-clockwise. I'm sure there was a BMW specific tool, but I just tapped it with a screwdriver to get it moving.

Cory

[jeffnhiscars]

You have to replace the entire lock down assembly. I believe I paid around $100@

[AbsorbantNut]

Take it out and file it back into shape. Maybe use a SAE wrench size a little smaller than the metric version after filing.

Just an alternative to buying a new one

[cory58]

I use a 7/16 box end 6-pt wrench on mine.