Removing Old Top

[94Ragtop]

I am getting ready to install my new top. I ordered a charcoal gray canvas top. Here are som pics. on the removal.
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e331/resyt/DSCF0022.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e331/resyt/DSCF0021-1.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e331/resyt/DSCF0031.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e331/resyt/DSCF0035.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e331/resyt/DSCF0038-1.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e331/resyt/DSCF0037.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e331/resyt/DSCF0032.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e331/resyt/DSCF0041.jpg

[Dirty Rockstar]

Pics are useful, but maybe a step by step would help.

[Crazy K]

i would welcome a write-up!

[theghoul]

Wow,

That top has seen better days.

[94Ragtop]

Here is a start for removal from memory, I will see if I can find a scanner for the manual.
You will need:
At minimum a full day to remove and install the new top w/o interruptions (me any way)
Butyl Tape
3M 08046 Adhesive
3M 08008 Adhesive
Silicone Sealant
¼” Stainless staples
3/8” Stainless staples
½” Stainless staples
Remove the Headliner
Remove Side Trim 3 Nuts (reaching through the trunk area) and one screw under door handle trim on each side it is also attached with double side tape so be careful.
Remove Back Trim unscrew from under trunk
Unplug the rear defrost cables
Use a release agent to remove weather striping from the top front to access the screws that clamp on the top front.
Pry apart the front pieces and remove
Release the cables and pull through the top.
Unscrew the top from the bows and unscrew the straps to the back window.
Peel off the back at the staples.