Convertible top installation? Options

[perkyshadow]

Hey guys!

My rear window exploded a couple of weeks ago in my ragtop (finally got caught on a screw holding the rear seat in). I bought a new top that has the rear defroster glass included. I haven't even begun to take anything apart yet, and the poor little guy is just sitting under a barn/shed for shelter from the rain! I'm a little nervous about undertaking a new project that might kick my tail, but it's not like I have a ton of money to give to a body or interior shop. I searched around the forums, but I can't find any kind of "walkthrough" on it. As far as previous jobs, I've done brakes, rotors, c/v axles, leather interior, timing belts, drive belts, engine seals, wiring, etc. So I don't know if I'm skilled enough to figure it out if it's extremely complicated! Any advice you could give me, or any links you could point me to would be awesome! I'm hoping there's a couple of us who have actually done this bad boy before! Thanks so much guys!

[D-Man]

Last one i did took about 6 hours including beer and smoke (and cussing) breaks...

Gorilla glue is your friend!! I'm just sayin.

There is NO WAY for me to say that there is a less tedious way of doing it, Just inch by inch; And C-Clamps when working by yourself.
...Oh and dont break a motor sprocket. I've done that. It sucked....