Dunno if this is helpful, but I've got a
rough guide to DIY convertible top replacement that I put together when I did mine a couple of summers back.
The sun's starting to shine, so maybe this can inspire someone to take the plunge. Feel free to add a link in the forum DIY guide if you think it's worth it.
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I tidied my tools, stood back, admired my work, and the garage door fell off…