Novak Conversions Jeep Wrangler TJ engine mounts

Soft top bow assembly

Brahms

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New to the forum. I purchased a 2003 Wrangler Sport and the previous owner never installed the hardtop. They disassembled it to fit inside the hardtop and I’m trying to reassemble it. I purchased new bow straps, knuckles, and header hardware, but don’t know what attaches the front bow tube to the header. There is a hole that goes through both sides, but do I use screws, rivets, a nut or bolt? I posted a pic with what I’m talking about, Thanks for the help.

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Step back a bit with the pic. Mine does not have a rod connected to the header?
Welcome to the best forum to get answers. If we don’t have the answer at least we’ll tell you a lie or two. 🤫🤣
 
Alright I’m a bonehead. Had to go out and look at mine to refresh my memory. Looks like mine is just pressed in. Couldn’t find any screws as pictured above.🤦
 
Novak Conversions Jeep Wrangler TJ engine mounts