lowering convertible top questions

66Dvert said

ahh the "didn't stretch the top enough scenario" or they put a 24.5 rear bow height top on the 26" bow height frame and couldn't stretch it enough to hide the slit.

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that slit on the bottom is supposed to be in the well area and hidden. if it's not in there and has been screw to the trim closer to the front of the car this happens.
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Ah, ok. Slit should be deeper in the well.
But mine IS the factory top because it is date stamped on the inside. With month, day, 1964 and manufacturer name.
This car is better built compared to my 1968 and 69 cudas. Hard to believe they'd intentionally do this at the factory. But thanks for the possible explanation.

Any idea where the 24.5 or 26" bow height is measured from?