I undid the latches and brought it back so i could get a pic.
damn - its trimmed so close - there no extra white vinyl to "release".
So, when you say i should try installing the top slightly loose - how would i do that in this situation?
PS - generally, applying heat or steam, will actually "relax" and soften/loosen up fabric...at least while its warm/wet.
I wonder if i could unscrew/release the white vinyl by unscrewing the aluminum strip....reinforcing/shaping the front edge....then, before re-attaching, softening the fabric with a steamer to relax it?