Convertible top hard to latch down after installing new top

by Emil vallecillo
(Lagrange ky. USA)

I bought a new vinyl top , installed it adjusted it and glued it in place but it’s so tight that I’m having a problem getting it to latch down , I tried latching the top first and the n the back first but either way it’s hard to latch down the top looks good and no wrinkles but it fits super tight . What can I do to relax the material just a bit where it would make it easier to latch down

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