On Thu, 14 May 1998, Nikki MW1 wrote:
> Oh great wisdom of the list,
> I am looking for the hardware to attach the hardtop. Plus all the bolts
> needed to attach both the hard and soft tops. If anyone has them
> available please let me know.
In a pinch, I'm pretty sure you could use regular UNF bolts (5/16"
perhaps, but I'm not sure). Not as attractive, but certainly cheaper than
the chromed, acorn-head bolts, which should be available from all the
usual suppliers (TRF, Rimmer, etc.)
> Also I am wondering about the snaps that
> are on the body. How do you replace them.
1/8" drill bit will rid you of the old rivet. And the new snaps, again
available from all the usual places, often come with (especially if you
ask) new rivets. These can be installed with almost any "pop-rivet" gun.
For originality, stay with the original plastic snaps. For somewhat
greater durability, you can get the older style metal ones used on the
earlier Spitfires (basically pre-Mk.3). Those metal ones are probably more
widely available from upholstery suppliers, etc., as well as from Triumph
vendors.
> And who has the best quality of the vendors.
Best quality WHAT? Snaps, or other parts? It's a debate I'd rather not
enter. :-)
--Andy
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