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Regardless of what type of hardware you currently have on your vehicle, it is extremely important that you only use the hardware found
in this Convertible Top kit. This Convertible Top cannot be used with your existing hardware.
This is the first step you must take in the installation process and it is also the most
important one. Improper windshield adjustment results in poor fitting of both the top and
the doors, as well as misalignment of snaps.
Step One
Measure and record the distance from the top inside edge of the windshield to the top
outer edge of the vehicle body (see Figure 1). Take the measurement from approximately
six inches inside the vehicle's doors. Check to make sure that both sides measure equally.
To install this top properly, this measurement must be 81".
Figure 1
Measurement
Detail
Inside edge of
windshield
Windshield adjustment should be
made at the windshield brackets
Step Two
Adjust your windshield by loosening the Windshield Clamps and adjusting the brackets. You may then lean the
windshield forward or back as necessary. Use a shim to fix the windshield in place if it remains loose after you
tighten the screws.
Important Note: Before continuing, please check the following items.
Model: Toyota Land Cruiser, FJ40, 1964 - 1984
Top Kit, Soft Doors Included
Note: Use of this product on some vehicles may not allow the use of factory side mirrors.
Note: Use of this product on some vehicles may require the removal of the entry light bulbs.
Note: On vehicles built after 1975 that have never had a soft top, a metal tailgate panel will need to be
ordered. Order Part Number 51042-01. (Removing the hard top also removes the tailgate).
Model: Toyota Land Cruiser, FJ40, 1964 - 1984
Top Kit Only, Soft Doors Not Included
Note: On vehicles built after 1975 that have never had a soft top, a metal tailgate panel will need to be
ordered. Order Part Number 51042-01. (Removing the hard top also removes the tailgate).
Note: The Horizontal Assemblies mount to the existing brackets in the upper corners of the vehicle wind-
shield. If the brackets are missing, order Part Number 13.85.
Installing your Convertible Top
Windshield Adjustment
Front
81"
Rear point of
measurement
on body
6"
Tape Measure
Part Number 51443
Part Number 51440
81"
6"
Rev. C 0301
51440, 51443
Rear point of
measurement
on body
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