Bugeye Top Installation

[mxp01]

Gentlemen:

when I purchased my 1960 BE it came without a top. I purchased a new top from Moss. I took it to the upholstery shop where they told me I need a strip in metal in the from and rear to provide a little rigidityto the top.

I haven't seen these available from Moss or VB. Can someone tell me what steps to take? Can these things be made? If so, anyone know the dimesions?

Mike Pennell

 

[bugimike]

Boy, are you in luck!!! I just happen to have mine out and handy right now, so let me photograph them, add some dimensions and add to the post! :thumbsup:

#1 (which goes across the back)
is: 32 1/4" long, 3/4" wide, 3/16" thick
It does have somewhat of a compound bend in it!
#2 (which goes across the front, into the groove at the top of the windscreen)
is: 34 7/8" long, 9/16" wide, 1/16" thick
It seems to be essentially a straight piece with a bit of a bow to match the
windscreen

Hope that helps!!

 

[mxp01]

Mike:

Thanks a ton. I'll get these to he upholstery shop first thing Monday morning.

Mike Pennell