re: BAS International Convertible Tops
I replaced my top with the help of my bro-in-law. Without some help when physically removing the top from the frame and installing the new one it will be difficult as there are two straps that run front to back that the top has to go over. I recommend to take pictures as you start to disassemble especially when you drill out the rivets; note the direction of the strap that holds the top to the frame. Also, on the OEM there are two different size pop rivets that were used, on the rivets that came with my top they were all the same size with a plastic insert for the larger holes. Lastly, there are several small clips, 13+/-, on the bottom of the top that that have to be reused. I will look for any photos I may still have and update this post if I find them. Regarding attaching the front of the top to the frame, I would recommend laying the top on a blanket in the sunlight when you start to disassemble the top, it will be a bit hard to close the first few times until the top gets stretched out. I had to use both hands on the D handle to pull it down to latch the first few times. I posted some pics of the new stop in a thread after I was finished, you will be very pleased with the results. Good luck!