The use of a thicker weatherstrip is certainly an excellent way to seal the front of a soft top. For those interested in applying a shim to the latch, here is the plan: .
Thanks pjf,
This was the fix for my leaking hard top (cockpit cover part). I made a couple of the shims you described from 1/4" plastic and installed them. No more air leaks at the front coners. Thanks again, -Ed
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Sheermadness Offroaders I have 7 of these things and that pretty much keeps me busy always looking for more!!