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Old Sep 18, 2001 | 11:07 AM
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Hey guys,
I wanted to know how the top itself is held together. Are there any hidden screws holding hardware on? The reason is because i am getting this really annoying rattle from it on the passenger side. When i push up on it, the rattling stops. Thanks for the help.
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Old Sep 18, 2001 | 11:15 AM
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You probably need to tighten the torx bolts on the alignment plate. When you take the top off, there are two bolts... one on each side of the receiving hole. If they are loose, the alignment plate can come loose and start rattling. I've had to tighten mine a couple of times. Just make sure you have it in the right spot before tightening, otherwise you'll be taking the top off a few times before you get it right.
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Old Sep 18, 2001 | 12:25 PM
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You probably need to tighten the torx bolts on the alignment plate. When you take the top off, there are two bolts... one on each side of the receiving hole. If they are loose, the alignment plate can come loose and start rattling. I've had to tighten mine a couple of times. Just make sure you have it in the right spot before tightening, otherwise you'll be taking the top off a few times before you get it right.
Thanks Scorp. But i think i have tried that already and no cigar. I am looking at the top right now, and there are two little circle thingys on the underside, on each side, near the rear of the top. Anyone know whats inside those? Thanks.
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