Topic: WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top
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You can put the hard top on with the soft top still in the car,however I don't know about a 72,but on my 75 it take time and patience to put it on.(need small fingers)
Rick
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Lifetime MemberCOPPERAS COVE, TX - USA
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Vette(s): 1972 corvette stingray convertible
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You can put the top on with the other down tight fit to get to the nuts, My 72 has the third bolt in the center. Mine is the original top and hardware, if you have problems let me know I can take pictures.
Thanks to all. I'll post some pictures A. when I figure out how and B. when I've got something to show other than a stripped down hardtop
Can the center bolt on the hardtop be removed for a post '69 that didn't come with the third hole because it wasn't a hardtop car? I've been thinking of shopping for a hardtop too for my '72.
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Frederick, MD - USA
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Yes it can. The hardtop I bought for my '69 was a three bolt top and my car is only two bolt. I simply drilled out the rivets that hold the bolt bracket in and it came right off.
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Bladenboro, NC - USA
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Vette(s): 1972 conv., sunfire yellow, blk interior, blk vinyl and convertible top. Off frame restoration with American Speed 383 stroker engine producing 500hp plus a 200hp NOS system. MSD ignition. Hooker super competition headers with chambered exhaust.
[QUOTE=fp_vetter72]You can put the top on with the other down tight fit to get to the nuts, My 72 has the third bolt in the center. Mine is the original top and hardware, if you have problems let me know I can take pictures.[/QUOTE]
Now you guys have me confused. My 72 has the original vinyl hardtop and does not have the center bolt. Just wondering why some would have it and some not. Joel? 
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I have a hard top That I never use .that is for sale it is black vinal top and black inside also , after I restored it as part of my c3 project.it has sat in storage ever since .if you look under parts for sale you should see it listed .
from gsfowle48@cox.net
Found a decent one on ebay in Indianapolis. Reasonably priced at $550. Wrong color but the car is being painted anyway.
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