Date:         Tue, 6 Apr 2010 20:42:31 -0600
Reply-To:     Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Pop-Top Lift Assist
Comments: To: Geo <ahwahneevw@gmail.com>
In-Reply-To:  <t2h32db11c91004061816t97721627td00b453904bbd162@mail.gmail.com>
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Yes, those are just bolts that screw into stationary nuts. Be sure to follow
the directions when it comes to the order that you undo the forward 2 bolts
as just removing them completely puts too much stress on the bracket and
rear bolt and can bend it. Measure 3 times and drill once for the holes in
the
sides of the fiber glass top where the upper shock end bracket attaches.
Pop tops can/most do twist slightly so the same X" (I think it's 17+" or so)
on one side can end up being at a different location on the fiber glass on
the other side. There is some room for error on those pop top drilled holes
as the outer flat washers are quite large and can cover up a hole that's too
big. I put clear silicone sealer in that joint to keep out water and act as
a sort of glue.
The regular strength/pressure unit is plenty strong for my uses ... I don't
have anything on top so it almost raises itself and is just stiff enough
coming down to allow you to tuck the canvas in without holding up
the top with the top of your head.
bob

On Tue, Apr 6, 2010 at 7:16 PM, Geo <ahwahneevw@gmail.com> wrote:

> Thanks to all who replied.  I like how his uses the existing roof
> brackets as mounting points for the sheet metal connection.
>
> I have never undone those rear brackets (left the pop-top on when I
> redid the canvas) are those bolts into captive nuts?  i.e. can it be
> undone/done without removing anything from the inside?
>
> Also -- if you have this and are not carrying anything on top of the
> top... do you find the 'standard' strength shock adequate?
>
> This isn't quite a 'save my marriage' accessory but it will make me
> very popular.
>
> Geo
>