Glass window and service mode?

[Timco]

I put the top about 3 inches from the windshield. Then I use a bungee to pull the glass area up higher. The two snaps pop off of course.

Then the clamshell sits in a service position by popping the clips off and putting a screwdriver in the holes when they line up. Keeps it up high.

Use a paint stir stick under that bungee so it doesn't grab the seal under the back window.

That's the best I've been able to do.

[NewArt]

Originally Posted by Timco

I put the top about 3 inches from the windshield. Then I use a bungee to pull the glass area up higher. The two snaps pop off of course.

Then the clamshell sits in a service position by popping the clips off and putting a screwdriver in the holes when they line up. Keeps it up high.

Use a paint stir stick under that bungee so it doesn't grab the seal under the back window.

That's the best I've been able to do.

So, does your window move up, out of the way, as opposed to the images in the link posted by Boxtaboy?

[tommy583]

I use a bungee cord from the front of the top to the back. I think I get at least a few more inches than the pic in the other thread shows. I would take a pic for you but my car is all buttoned up for the winter.

[Timco]

Originally Posted by NewArt

So, does your window move up, out of the way, as opposed to the images in the link posted by Boxtaboy?

No. The window kind of sits as pictured but with the clam shell in service position using those holes you do get better access. The bungee from windshield to the bottom edge under the window does pull it up farther it looks like.

[njbray]

I went and split my window the other day - it was cold and I did the chop but it split on one edge (when I say cold, around 60! hey I did have to put on a sweater!).
Anywhooo, I am now looking at a glass window top replacement soon.
I have been thinking about access and figure I only go in from the top to check steering fluid and air cleaner. All the other stuff, oil filter/change, spark plugs, drive belt, etc. is got at from below or behind seats! So I can't think of a reason not to go glass window!