72 K5 Top Re-assembly

[thatcherkozal]

I bought 2 sets of gas pedel studs from GMCPaul's truck parts. They're suposed to be the same size thread as what is used for the attachments bolts for our hatch. And then you can connect your struts to them. Still waiting for them to come in the mail, but will let ya'll know as soon as possible.

[thatcherkozal]

Also, what does the piece look like that the hatch actually locks into? (The one that bolts into the main body of the top)

[3757chevy]

Originally Posted by thatcherkozal

I bought 2 sets of gas pedel studs from GMCPaul's truck parts. They're suposed to be the same size thread as what is used for the attachments bolts for our hatch. And then you can connect your struts to them. Still waiting for them to come in the mail, but will let ya'll know as soon as possible.

Those work great. I did this to my 72 K5 a few years ago. I got struts through NAPA. NAPA part #819-5564.

[thatcherkozal]

Awesome, and another question... Do you guys have any problems with the rods slipping out of the center mechanism?

[thatcherkozal]

Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Those work great. I did this to my 72 K5 a few years ago. I got struts through NAPA. NAPA part #819-5564.

Can you take a couple picture of how you have them mounted? Like which sets of holes you used?

[3757chevy]

Originally Posted by thatcherkozal

Can you take a couple picture of how you have them mounted? Like which sets of holes you used?

Sorry no picture , but I put the studs in the upper holes on the gate and the lower on the cap.