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DesertSprite

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How much of a headache is this going to be? Is it better to just take it to a shop and have them install it? Will I need to replace all the hardware (header bar, snaps, etc) when I do the top?

If someone could give a brief explanation of what this entails it would be greatly appreciated.

Mahalos,
Joel

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It is no real problem if ya got the tools. If ya don't have the tools to install the hardware stop here and pay someone(who has the tools) to do it.
 
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Yup...don't have the tools. Looked in the Moss catalogue and they seem to be a bit steep just to do one top. Thanks for putting it bluntly.

I've already had a reccommendation for one shop in town to do the work...so I think I'll check them out first.

Joel
 
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Tools?
 
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Tools? Pop rivet gun? What am I missing?

BTW, I like to make them about 1/4" short when I attach the to the header rail so that they stay snug.
 
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I was wondering what I was missing - installing a top is one of the easiest jobs on an MG
 
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Heck I don't know! I don't have any tools to install those snaps and things. Knowing my luck I'd put a hole in the wrong place or something.

GB1, are you saying all I need is a pop-rivet gun? Is installing a top really that easy? I really wouldn't like to lose the use of the Sprite for however long it would take a shop to do the job. But...tops are spendy, want to get it right the first time.

So all I need is a pop-rivet gun? No need for that little snap installer tool?

Joel
 
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Tops come with all the snaps already installed - at least all the ones I've ever bought!
 
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Some budget tops don't come with the snaps. The tool is cheap, get one.
 
tony barnhill

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Better yet, spend that money on a better top!
 
tony barnhill

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Just buy a top that's got it all installed already.
 
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Got it - & you've an answer.
 
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I agree, get a decent top with the lift a dot's already installed... I misunderstood and thought you needed a regular snap tool - available at wal-mart for under $10.
 
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DesertSprite

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Tony, didn't receive a PM from you.

Kenny - I misunderstood as well. I'll take your and Tony's advice on buying a top with them already installed.

Joel
 
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Oh, and thanks for the compliment on the Alfa... Looks alot better in pictures, but it's paid for - hehehehehehe
 
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Joel - how about now?
 
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