1989-1997 Mazda Miata Top Straps Installation Guide

Straps must be installed on models when retrofitting from plastic to glass window

1990 - 2005 Mazda Miata Top Straps Installation Instructions

New tension straps must be installed on models when retrofitting from plastic to glass window on the 1990-1997 models. We've have also seen situations where these straps have been necessary for 1999-2005 Miata's that originally came with a glass window. We recommend you install these straps for all 1990-2005 2 piece original factory style replacement tops or the 1 piece replacement tops.

NOTE: Straps are opposites of each other - left angle for driver and right angle for passenger.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Third bow strap rivet hole locations. Locate center of bow and measure out 19.25" for the first hole and 20.25" for the second hole.
2. Fourth bow strap rivet hole locations.Locate center of bow and measure out 19" for the first hold and 20" for the second hole.
3. Drill four holes using 5/32" steel drill bit on the third and fourth bow at indicated positions.
4. Use eight rivets to attach the straps to the third and fourth bow.
5. Attach the lower section of the straps to the third stud behind each door.

These tension straps are included with all 1990-2005 Miata convertible top replacements from Auto Tops Direct.