Removing brace/fixing bar from Jimny front canvas roof

[Small Pick]

Fixing bar on Jimny front canvas roof seems to be stitched in and would need flexing to remove.

I need to paint it as its rusty on the edges and would prefer to remove it. It is a 2000 x reg model.

Has any one got a plan or done this before?

[zook123]

Does it not have the poppers?

Mine looks to be poppered on, my frame is a bit rusty, went to unpop one, found it difficult so I forgot about it!!

[Small Pick]

Thanks, removed it now but as you say rusty frame on mine as well!

Broke the two side poppers but canvas is fine and very good condition.

Looking for a replacement frame now in better condition to paint up.