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Removal of convertible top frame?

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I'm looking to buy a convertible top frame from a 01 parts car for my 94 vert, most of the interior is gutted so getting to the frame will be easy.
How do I safely remove the convertible top frame, and if possible can I keep the vinyl top intact so that I may install it on my car?
 
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It may be possible to do this. Typically the vert top has a lot of torx screws, staples, and rivets instead of just regular screws/bolts. Be sure and bring torx drivers and a drill for the rivets. You will need a rivet gun and a staple gun for the re-install. You will also need special and expensive stainless steel staples.

Your best chance is if you do the removal so that you know how it goes on. If you do the removal on your car and your parts car you should learn enough about how it goes together to do an install.
 
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ok you can do this but its a BITCH, removing the rear top brace bar is a total pain, also make sure that the seems meet up, you will most likly have to remove the windows (tracks and motors) - its not a small project - but can be done, not rocket science just a PITA
 
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