Does any one have good picture(s) or link of a convertible top. I looking for the proper mounting of a top (power and manual). Also what is the differents between a manual top vs power. Is it just cylinder(s) vs springs. I am working on a 1969 Firebird Convertible

Thank You in advance

Frame is different between power and manual.

Fisher Body manual on my site shows details on adjustment.
http://thefirstgensite.com/library/69fisherbody/13%201969%20FIB-Folding%20Top.pdf

Illustrations here:
http://thefirstgensite.com/library/partscounter/illustrated/conv/conv1.html

Thank You for the quick response and GREAT info. I will review, is there some markings that I can look at to tell the difference, I am not to sure what type of top that I have.

Once again "Thanks"

there a difference in bracing/frame on the two tops (didnt open Vikkis attachment) , heres a picture (provided a few yrs ago by Jim2002, see the 'extra' brace...pn the one to the left..
if you add power to a non power top frame, the frame will bend , brake...was done to my car...I had to weld frame back, took out the power motor.

now mine is 'manual' ,but with empty cylinders, no springs.

There are stampings on the long struts, on the inside. I'll have to look at both cars or find the old threads here on the topic.

https://firstgenfirebird.org/forums/ubbth...true#Post171473

Thank you for the information, I now know that I have a non- power top. Does any one have any springs for sale, my top is missing them.

Once again "Thank You".

Frank

You're welcome. I had to do the same research on purchasing my '68.