Anyone bought an "ebay" top? Install a DIY?

[stateofidleness]

Ahh cool. Dumb question (just to confirm)... i'm not sure how the headliner is actually installed. Is it something that can go on later once I have the top installed and functioning again? I'm just nervous about being able to do this in a weekend by myself since it's my daily.

[Wret]

Originally Posted by stateofidleness

Ahh cool. Dumb question (just to confirm)... i'm not sure how the headliner is actually installed. Is it something that can go on later once I have the top installed and functioning again? I'm just nervous about being able to do this in a weekend by myself since it's my daily.

The headliner is easily removed and reinstalled. I believe it slides into chanels in the bows, if I remember correctly. A couple hooks and snaps in the corners.

You should be able to do the whole thing in a day, though I think my first roof replacement took the whole weekend.

[stateofidleness]

ah ok. well that's reassuring! are there any "special" tools I'll find myself needing at the last minute, or replacement parts i'll need once I get the old top off?

[Wret]

Originally Posted by stateofidleness

ah ok. well that's reassuring! are there any "special" tools I'll find myself needing at the last minute, or replacement parts i'll need once I get the old top off?

Nothing really special. A very bunt screwdriver helps with tucking. You don't want to use anything with sharp edges or corners. I think I recall using some double sided carpet tape to hold the front edge while stretching it, at least I did on the other car.