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Wedge Rivets for TR7 header rail?

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I'm starting to work on the top replacement for my TR7 and was wondering if anyone knew the rivet size I'd need for attaching the top to the header rail?
 
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I used 1/8 x 1/8 aluminum rivets for mine. I think I needed to ream out the holes just a tad to make them fit tho.
 
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That sounds like too shallow a grip to me, I would suggest 1/8 by 1/4. The fabric thickness should be considered, some tops are heavier but 1/4 should work well.
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I finished up last night and ended up using 1/8" rivets that were 5mm long and they seem to be holding pretty well. The only big surprise was the corner rivets which actually had too much play for 1/8 so I had to put in 3/16" rivets. Those corner rivets were a real PITA! Otherwise it was pretty straightforward.
 
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