T-top bushings on 1970

[D S.]

[Michael F.]

Re: T-top bushings on 1970

pry them out and pop new ones in is the way i remember from back in the day

[Joe L.]

Re: T-top bushings on 1970

pry them out and pop new ones in is the way i remember from back in the day

Michael and Scott------


Yes, that's how it's done. The nylon bushings simply pry out. New ones snap right in. The bushings are the same for both coupes and convertibles.

The bushings, GM #3977779, are discontinued but I believe they are available in reproduction.

[D S.]

Re: T-top bushings on 1970

Thanks Michael and Joe.

[Alan S.]

Re: T-top bushings on 1970

Hi Scott,
The AIM indicates that the 'paddles', as that part of the latch is referred to, should be set so that a 13-16 lb load is required to release them.
I've never tried to measure the effort required for the locks on my 71, but I'd describe it as enough pressure being needed so that I can feel the rubber bumper in the adjustable 'peg' is being compressed as I close the latch. The 'paddle' pops into place.
I'm sure there is a device to measure the load but I don't know what it is.
Regards,
Alan

[Terry M.]

Re: T-top bushings on 1970

This or any other hand-held scale will work, if you are so inclined.:

http://www.basspro.com/Bass-Pro-Shop...product/13327/

I can see Team Leaders using one for PV in the near future now that the issue has been raised.