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Folding Top Bow Link Replacement (Folding Top Number 1 and Number 2 Bow)



Folding Top Bow Link Replacement (Folding Top Number 1 and Number 2 Bow)

After installing a number 1 bow link (12) to the number 2 bow (1), adjust the number 1 bow link length using the following procedure:




1. Adjust the forward hole of the number 1 bow link (12) 148-150 mm (5.86-5.94 in) from the forward most edge of the number 2 bow (1).
2. Attach the front end of the number 2 bow link (6) to the number 1 bow link (12).
3. Close and latch the folding top.
4. Rotate the ball stud clip in order to align the ball stud clip with the ball stud.
5. Manually cycle the folding top. Observe the folding top operation.
If the operation action is inconsistent or binding occurs, readjust as needed.
6. Back the locknut away from the ball stud clip. Apply Loctite(R)-242, blue.
Reposition the locknut.