<VV> Re. Convertible Wells

[cwiland at zzz.com]

Geoff,
  The well is the first thing to be attached to the rear 
trim sticks, using tacks or stainless staples, which is my 
choice. Sears sells these staples. Use the old well as a 
pattern for how to attach the new one. The top goes on 
over the well on the trim sticks. I've been involved in 
the replacement of 6 tops now. It can be rewarding. Alot 
of the hard work is getting the weatherstrips replaced, 
the windows aligned, and everything working smoothly 
before actually attaching the top. My favorite top was 
made by Robbins and is lined with polyester instead of the 
more common canvas and is said to resist shrinking which 
will make things still look great years from now. Not 
available at our favorite vendors, but thru an auto 
upholstery shop or online.
  The shop manual covers all pretty well, take your time. 
The hardest part is firing in the first staple!

Craig W.
Owner of good things air cooled