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Old May 16, 2018 | 10:07 PM
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Hey, y'all. I have an '89 K5 with one previous owner. Garage kept, weekend driven. I was going to take the top off, but it is stuck tighter than a prom night virgin. I laid on my back and tried to move it near the tailgate with my legs over the guide pins, I tried to stand and lift it with my back, and nothing. I used a spatula to make sure there was give between the seals and the top and had full clearance. Any suggestions? I don't want to break the fiberglass by putting too much strain, but I would love to go for a topless ride with my family. Thanks.
 
Old May 17, 2018 | 12:30 PM
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It's been a while since I've taken one off, but I seem to remember that there were two bolts that went in from the bottom. Did you remove those?
 
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Originally Posted by Tom A
It's been a while since I've taken one off, but I seem to remember that there were two bolts that went in from the bottom. Did you remove those?
Where in the bottom? I used to have a '78 and after taking all the bolts out of the bed frame and where it butts up to the cab roof, it was good to go.
 
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I think they're all the way in back, hidden behind the interior panel, or something like that. My Blazer hasn't had a top on it for years, so I don't remember exactly. Sorry.
 
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I think they're all the way in back, hidden behind the interior panel, or something like that. My Blazer hasn't had a top on it for years, so I don't remember exactly. Sorry.
I finally found 'em. Thanks!
 
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You're welcome. Glad you got it.
 
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