It will probably be the weekend before I get time to mess with the camera and upload pictures.

We built the rig because our SL is on a budget. Which has been grossly exceeded, as we have replaced quite a few parts after years of neglect by the aging PO.

in essence:-

lifting tackle consisting of two pulley blocks and 3/8" dia rope that used to be the mainsail sheet from our old Albacore 15 foot sailboat. Cost in local hardware store if you don't have the parts about $20.00. Consult any boy scout book at your local library if you don't know how to rig one.

one shackle attached to lower block. Cost $4.00 if you don't have one.

four nylon luggage straps from local bargain store. $2.99 each. These were OK but the buckles are fragile on them - next time I would just get some bulk nylon webbing.

loosen hard top - lift 2 inches and ensure it is 100% free, especially on the rear pin.

run one webbing strap cross ways at rear of window openings. Other strap run lengthways down centre line of hardtop.

tighten straps.

Helper (Wife) could raise top and tie off rope easily. I steadied it and prevented sway and paint scratching.

Drive vehicle out of the way. Lower & store top and enjoy summer.

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