I've heard this recommended method before, but I have actually had better
luck snapping the front (on the dash) first because it's then easier to pull
the rear snaps over the posts. I'm sure this is abundantly clear.
-----Original Message-----
From: ArthurK101@aol.com <ArthurK101@aol.com>
To: Bill_Eley@AIMFUNDS.COM <Bill_Eley@AIMFUNDS.COM>
Cc: triumphs@autox.team.net <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, November 25, 1998 9:32 AM
Subject: Re: New tonneau cover
>
>In a message dated 98-11-24 16:06:12 EST, you write:
>
>> ordered a new tonneau cover for my 62 TR4 from Moss this week which was
to
>> arrive today. Imagine my excitement - I'll go home, snap it on, and
drive
>> the car to work tomorrow! Not quite. The snaps and studs have to be
>> installed in the tonneau first. No instructions. No tools. I would
really
>> appreciate any advice on the installation and fitting of a new tonneau
(and
>> the inherent pitfalls) from anyone who's been there. Thanks.
>>
>> Bill Eley
>> 62 TR4
>>
>>
>>
>
>Bill, whether you do it yourself or take it to a "top shop" (and I
recommend
>the latter) be sure that the "lift the dot" fasteners are attached so that
you
>can pull them horizontally along the back of the cover. There should be
>sixteen of them. 8 on each side of the car should have the "dot" facing
>forward (or outward as you round the back of the tonneau). If you don't do
>this you will regret it later.
>
>Fit these first, snap the cover into place at the rear, zip it closed,
stretch
>the cover acrros the seats and then install the front snaps (on the dash).
>Once the front ones are in place then do the door snaps.
>
>If I'm not clear please let me know and I'll try to explain it better.
>Cheers.
>
>Art Kelly '64 TR4 CT33118L (original owner/factory pickup/daily driver)
>VTR TR4 vehicle consultant
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