Topic: 65 Convertible Top Header Details

[Ivygreen65]

I'm getting the top frame on my convertible ready to have the top installed.  Unfortunately, when I got my car, it had a bare top frame with no top, no weatherstrip, no anything other than the frame.  I've looked at the shop manual and the Osborn manuals regarding what goes on the front windshield header and I think I've got a pretty good grasp on how the weatherstrip retainer attaches, but does anyone have any pictures they could share that shows the front weatherstrip retainer installed.  Also, I believe the retainer is installed with clear zinc philips pan head screws (according to the assembly manual), but I would like confirmation.

If anyone has detailed top installation pictures that shows this area in detail, I would be very appreciative.  Any other detailing tips that would help me make sure I've got all my ducks in a row before top installation are always welcome.

[bryancobb]

Hi,

There's a guy from Ausralia on the VMF Forum that goes by "Dalorzof," I think.
He put together a book that he intends to have published, that is the MOST DETAILED and ACCURATE documentation package ANYWHERE on 65 - 73 Mustang convertible top frames!

It has high res color pictures os everything, CAD drawings of every bolt, pin, etc.  I call it the "Bible" of the Mustang Convertible.  It gives step by step hoto instructions on the frame adjustment and top installation process

He is in the "tweeking" stage of getting the book ready for publication right now.  It is a PDF file.  He is seking feedback from users/readers.  I am reluctant to distribute it, because heput countless hours in collecting, compiling and editing his information. 

He has implied to me that it is not for me to distribute, but he is very gracious if you ask for it yourself.  I'm pretty sure he would gladly email it to you if you ask, and in return he will expect your feedback.  HE needs to be the one to do it.  Not me.

TRUST ME...You WANT this book!

I'll post a page to show you what it's like.

[66RavenGTCoupeAgain]

Hi,

There's a guy from Ausralia on the VMF Forum that goes by "Dalorzof," I think.
He put together a book that he intends to have published, that is the MOST DETAILED and ACCURATE documentation package ANYWHERE on 65 - 73 Mustang convertible top frames!

Hey Bryan,
I went over to the VMF site as suggested but it seems that Dalorzof has unfortunately passed away with cancer in around 2016/7. Is there any other way of getting a copy of his work?

[bryancobb]

I just now saw this.  Please provide your email and if the document isn't too large, I will send it.

Bryan Cobb

[66RavenGTCoupeAgain]

Thanks Bryan,
I've sent you a PM.