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      10-28-2013, 07:09 AM   #4
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Originally Posted by Mtxzptlk View Post
How much time did it take from removing OEM roof to finishing installation of carbon one?
I didn't do mine all in one shot.
I pulled the OE roof ahead of time & drove topless for a while.

The most time consuming part will be cutting through the OE sealant.
and that depends largely what method you use.
I didn't try using piano wire, I used an oscillating cut tool for most of it.
With the oscillating tool the trick is to NOT try and cut the sealant.
Just make a plunge cut, then move it sideways and it basically melts through the sealant.

The corners are the hardest part to deal with. I used a long thin kitchen knife to cut the corners from the inside (fronts) and from under the hatch at the back.

I would allow a full day & just take your time with it.

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