I'd get the window unzipped as per manual (if top's open for more than 24 hours) and mount it to the provided studs of the t-bar. The tonneau cover can stay in the house over winter time as it's fitted to the boot with a flap, this isn't possible with fitted hardtop

 

If you was just taking it for a drive then no need to un-zip the rear window but if you are going to have the hardtop for a while then I would suggest that you unzip it :broon:

I am happy that I purchased a soft top with glass screen, no more pesky unclear plastic screen

 

As Herbie says I would (and have) unzip the window when the HT is fitted.

 

Thanks for all you advice. I'll have a go at sorting the soft top tomorrow then...

Thanks again

Cheers

;-)

 

I'd just like to add the fixing points (no. 3)
http://www.mgfcar.de/epc/4001.htm

You'll see the counterpart on the window when you unclip the press studs (2 small lugs)

 

Isn't current advice to *always* unzip the window if you drop the roof when it is cold?

 

That's correct. Below 8 centigrade, the plastic gets brittle and cracks easily. If in doubt, it's always best to unzip before you fold the roof down

A replacement rear window is incredibly expensive!

 

We're going to get the hardtop off tomorrow weather permitting and have a look at unzipping the rear window etc.. It will also be good practise to have a go at. There's meant to be a cold snap next week so we need to get it done for then

Thanks for all the advice (as always!)

Herbie.. not sure what you meant when you said "I'd just like to add the fixing points" ? Do you mean to pay special attention to these fixing points or to actually make sure they are there??? (sorry if I'm being an idiot).. cheers

JT

 

We're going to get the hardtop off tomorrow weather permitting and have a look at unzipping the rear window etc.. It will also be good practise to have a go at. There's meant to be a cold snap next week so we need to get it done for then

Thanks for all the advice (as always!)

Herbie.. not sure what you meant when you said "I'd just like to add the fixing points" ? Do you mean to pay special attention to these fixing points or to actually make sure they are there??? (sorry if I'm being an idiot).. cheers

JT

The wondow has 3 press studs which clip onto the T-bar to keep the window straight and crease free.

 

Yep, like Craigie said. Not sure if it's just the 2 outer studs or also the 3rd one in the middle (don't remember the last time, think it's just for the tonneau cover)

 

soo...I guess from the above that it means: when you have a glass window, you don't have to "unzip" it?? :boxedin:

this question bothered me for a while, but couldn't find a answer anywhere.

 

Nope - the glass is smaller than the plastic windows and fits neatly onto the parcel shelf when the glass screened hoods are folded

and most glass ones are one piece hoods so they don't actually have a zip to undo.

 

I've just been out trying to put the soft top down properly (i.e. unzipping the rear window etc) and it won't lie flat because of the roll bar things that are on.. see piccies below....






I'm assuming that those roll bar things weren't standard with the car? If so, any suggestions about the best way to fold the soft top (i've also just discovered that due to the rear window being creased it has got a slight crack in it eeeek!!! although that is the subject for another thread).

Any ideas for the best way to store the soft top in order to stop the rear window getting creased?

 

The idea of unzipping the window is to keep the plastic as flat as possible!
Looking at those horrendous creases in your window, I'm surprised you've only got one hole!

Use a hairdryer to heat the window plastic and get those creases out, Then keep the window as flat as you can.

David

 

What does the cover looks like that your talking about, the cover for when the roof is down, as I didn't get one with my car and I'd love to know what they look like so maybe I could find one

 

Is that right what I read above? You don't need to unzip the window when putting the top down with a glass window?
And can anyone tell me what the cover looks like that your talking about, the cover for when the roof is down, as I didn't get one with my car and I want one

The glass rear window doesn't need unzipping, in fact some don't even have a zip.

The cover looks like this

 

.... and following bobbybrowns post, can someone tell me whether a glass rear window would work with those silver hoops that are on mine.

I'm assuming those silver hoops are an extra?? If so, are they purely asthetic or are they there to act as a kind of roll-cage??

So many questions and yet so little time sober to type them... :bb:

 

Thats brilliant, that should make putting the top down a 2 second job instead of 5 minutes!!
Putting the top up when trying to zip the window in is a right pain! Takes forever and usually ends in a bad back.

Yep, I definately don't have one of those covers, I'm guessing they cost a fortune?

 

Johnny, rip the hoops off ... useless IMO
Mind you, I am known for being a purist (don't have a windstop / roll hoops, hate that stuff :lol: )

 

Might have to rip 'em off mate. Especially if they are stopping the rear window lying flat....

I don't understand why they are on there in the first place if their only function is asthetic and, in the meantime, they are making the rear window get creased everytime the top is down??

The glass rear window looks a lot smaller than the plastic one. Does anyone know whether that would fit behind the roll hoops?

Cheers

JT ;-)

 

The hoops are usually the first thing people notice about my car! And they do help divert attention from the not-so-nice nylon-look seats!!!

Is it correct that if you have the hoops fitted the original tonneau cover won't fit? Can't seem to fit mine and as its in the boot still looking brand new don't think the previous owner could either.

 

JT - them roll hoops may be factory fitted however I doubt it due to the x-power logo on them. They look like the mk1 roll hoops that was an optional extra for the TF from MGR.

I have the mk2 MG roll hoops and also have a glass screen soft top
The glass window folds down easily and sits no way near the the hoops

 

JT - them roll hoops may be factory fitted however I doubt it due to the x-power logo on them. They look like the mk1 roll hoops that was an optional extra for the TF from MGR.

I have the mk2 MG roll hoops and also have a glass screen soft top
The glass window folds down easily and sits no way near the the hoops

MGFM, thanks for the heads up.

When it comes to getting a glass rear window fitted can it be retro fitted or is it a case of a complete soft top?

Also, what kind of cost are we talking??

I think we'll probably just silicone the rear window and see how she gets on with it but it would be nice to have all the options.

Thanks mate

John ;-)

 

Heres a pic of my very inexpensive (and cosmetic) hoops with the red B&G cover that never got used.

I've never unziped the window (last 5 years) when the hard top is on and have never had a problem. Never bought a hood nanny eihter but have thought about one - just never got around to it - for those that don't know - its a foam roll that sits in the plastic window once folded.

 

Thanks for all the info...

Fast Jan, I'll bear that in mind. I might look at removing the hoops... need to speak to the boss and see what she thinks (its her car after all)...

;-)