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Re: robbins top 70 spit

To: "Peter S." <alfapete@pacbell.net>
Subject: Re: robbins top 70 spit
From: "Victor B. Michael" <vmichael@enteract.com>
Date: Wed, 25 Aug 1999 16:19:08 -0500
Cc: KHOCO@aol.com, triumphs@autox.team.net, spitfires@autox.team.net
References: <2eec837a.24f59c57@aol.com> <37C452F0.E9A0A7DF@enteract.com> <022001beef3e$3fbfd560$0200a8c0@peter>
Uhhmm, I'm a little embarrassed to answer -

"The orange stuff in a tube" (more like a light rust color)
It's the stuff we all know - I just can't remember what the brand is.

I'm sure someone on the list will have the answer for that question or
recommend another.

Vic


"Peter S." wrote:
> 
> What adhesive should be used?
> Peter S
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Victor B. Michael <vmichael@enteract.com>
> To: <KHOCO@aol.com>
> Cc: <triumphs@autox.team.net>; <spitfires@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 1999 1:32 PM
> Subject: Re: robbins top 70 spit
> 
> >
> > Ken,
> >
> > Have a look at the following article on the VTR web site.
> > http://www.vtr.org/maintain/tr4-top.html
> >
> > Mind you, the disclaimer on this article is that it will apply to other
> > models besides the TR4.
> >
> >
> >
> > I used it for my Spit. I would a few of the following tips based on my
> > experience:
> > (KEEP IN MIND - MY SPIT IS A 1977 and these might not apply to the 1970)
> >
> > - the temperature was around 80degF and I did NOT put the top in the
> > sun.
> >   I did keep the top warm as I fitted it to the frame, though. The fit
> > is better for it.
> > - I used chalk to mark the front edge of the vinyl with the top up, but
> > not latched down.
> >   This allows the space equal to the length of the bars that protrude
> > into the top of the windshield jam
> >   to act as the play, which is just enough for the top to be tight when
> > it is in fact latched.
> > - I prefered to use the metal snaps versus the plastic, which in my case
> > broke too often.
> > - Don't forget to apply adhesive the retaining bar in the back and to
> > the front of the frame to prevent leaks.
> > - Also don't forget the 3 rubber cushions/seals for the rear where the
> > rivets are. They keep the rivets from scratching the paint.
> >
> > Vic
> >
> > KHOCO@aol.com wrote:
> > >
> > > Listers
> > >          I just got my new top. This is my first ragtop. Theres no
> > > instructions with the top. Hints, Tips, and instructions greatfully
> accepted.
> > >
> > > TIA
> > >
> > > Ken Copeland
> > > 70 GT6+ KC78784
> > > 70 Spit FDU84919
> > > 70  GT6+ KC81551
> >

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