Convertible Tack Strip Advice

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Original tack strips - some rust that can be removed, but main concern is the resin-impregnated cardboard in the channel. Have to pull out all the rusty staples and not sure if it would be smart to reuse it for the new top.

So:
- Reuse it as is - material still able to hold the staples just fine?
- Clean up the channels and somehow install new tack material? If I could find it that size?
- By the repro ones?
- Other suggestions?

Thanks

 

[Jim k]

Buy new tack strip. Why take a chance on staples holding. Should be easy to find.

 

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Looks like Year One has the fillers......I thought I had to buy the whole steel channel with the tack strip crimped in

 

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Anybody ever replace the old tack strip with a new plastic strip? Easy or a pain to get back in the stock channel? Thanks