You guys rock as always. This is the first convertible I have ever restored and the extra expense has been adding up. That $500 spent would pay for the new top, so for me I think I will yank out the hydraulics,store them, and be happy putting it up and down by hand. If the time comes to sell I may put the money into it then. Bottom line is the 2 year resto job is almost finished but the old money tree is looking a little thin. Thanks.