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Old Dec 21, 2001 | 08:21 PM
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T-top adjustment

Does somebody have a how to or a tech article on how to adjust the t-tops. I would like to have a detail paper explaining me how to make the adjustment. TIA

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Old Dec 26, 2001 | 11:38 AM
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I second the request... I once heard someone mentioning how to adjust how far the handles "lock down" the ttops, thus reducing rattle...
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Old Dec 26, 2001 | 12:58 PM
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From: Doghouse ······································ Car: 1989 Formula 350 Vert Engine: 350 L98 Transmission: 700R4 Axle/Gears: B&W 3.27
Car: 87 Formula T-Top, 87 Formula HT
Engine: 5.1L TPI, 5.0L TPI
Transmission: 700R4, M5
Axle/Gears: Sag 3.73, B&W 3.45
Not sure about a tech article. but to do it here is how:

remove T-tops

Remove the A-pillar & B pillar plastic moldings ( in front & back of the door window)

You can usually do this without completely removing the trim
then adjsut the "cams" for a tighter fit.

Pretty easy once you get into it.

John
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Old Dec 26, 2001 | 10:21 PM
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This is from the 83 factory service manual.


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Old Dec 26, 2001 | 11:09 PM
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Wow, thanks for all that info... that's my project for tomorra' yeea... hopefully less rattles... i'll keep ya'll posted!
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