I use a white grease pencil or soap to mark the spot for installation of the
snaps. Works well for a tonneau and for installing carpeting.
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: "James M Koken" <james.m.koken@gte.net>
To: "Chris Gray" <grayc@rpi.edu>; "Datsun Roadster List"
<datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2002 12:52 PM
Subject: Re: Soft Top Installation (Twisties and Posties???)
> Chris
> I use an exacto knive to cut the slits/holes for the clips. I usually do
it
> with the top partially installed (snaps to top bow) so I can see where
each
> twistie clip goes. Then push the clip against the fabric and leave a
small
> indentation. Then cut the holes/slits where the indentions where left.
> needle nose pliers will secure the snap to the fabric. Do one lift a dot
at
> a time and check from the right to the left side to make sure everythings
> even. Finally do the top bow. Again this requires fitting and refitting
> before you make the final cut and screw on the retainer plate. I probably
> have instructions from a crown top if you need it.
> Mike koken
> Colo. Springs
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Chris Gray" <grayc@rpi.edu>
> To: "Datsun Roadster List" <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2002 8:33 AM
> Subject: Soft Top Installation (Twisties and Posties???)
>
>
> > I just got my soft top and it *looks* great! BUT, I dont know if there
is
> a
> > specific way to put on all the little metal clips. Is there a specific
> way?
> > The top did not come with directions...
> >
> > Thanks, Chris
> > www.rpi.edu/~grayc
> >
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