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Looking for a top only replacement for my Fiberfab 53TD, needs to be for a two bow with grove windshield and looking for top only no side curtains and intaller in So California if anyone knows a good one. Thanks
Bob
Bob
Have a look at MgMagic they may have a top that meets your requirements. As for installation if you don’t want to tackle the installation of the Snaps you may be able to engage a marina. The top is essentially a Bimini like you would find on a small boatDavid B Dixon
Port Perry ON CA
SabineBob,
Snaps are an easy install.
You need one of these to punch the holes: https://www.amazon.com/Revolving-including-Screwdriver-Grinding-Saddle/dp/B06XRDBGY6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1506032075&sr=8-3&keywords=hole+punch+tool
There are others, the above is just an example.
And you need one of these to attach the female snaps: https://www.amazon.com/Fastener-Piece-Complete-Female-Snaps/dp/B01H5YA8BO/ref=sr_1_3?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1506032178&sr=1-3&keywords=snap+fastener+pliers Or this set that slips over any vise grip type pliers: https://www.amazon.com/CRL-Button-Socket-Fastening-Kit/dp/B000MQYP58/ref=sr_1_fkmr3_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1506032302&sr=1-1-fkmr3&keywords=snap+fastener+vise+grip+attachment
Again, there are others. Just search for snap fasteners.
I assume the male snaps are already on your car. With the roof on the support hoops and attached to the windshield frame, start from the middle at the rear and attached the female snaps to the roof. Alternate left/right as you go. That’ll keep everything properly aligned.
Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
As an alternative to using the rotary punch, as both tops and tonneau covers are now using a polyester type material I use a pencil style tip soldering iron to melt a hole in the material. By melting the hole I am able to minimize the potential of the material fraying and in fact have reinforced the hole with the melted material. As Paul points out it is not a difficult job
David B Dixon
Port Perry ON CA
SabineA 357 Magnum will also leave a nice reinforced melted hole…But for this application I’d take the advice from the smarter members of our club…I’m just here for the comic relief! That’s what Village Idiots do best!
And I’m proud to be yours…
“Good luck with the Project!”
Rick and The Penny Marie
Not a bad idea Rick. And sounds like more fun than the punch. But… a 357 will leave a hole that is far too large. The female snaps will pull through the top material. You’ll have to go to a much smaller caliber. 😉
Paul Mossberg
Former Owner of a 1981 Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW)
2005 Intermeccanica RoadsterIf you own a TDr and are not in the Registry, please go to https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-td-replica-registry/ and register (you need to copy and paste the link)
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