Convertible top problem.
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From: Lake View New York
Convertible top problem.
I just too the hardtop off my new to me 1996 convertible. Its real tough to get the back of the convertible top to lock down, I bought the C4 with the hardtop on and drove it home that way. It does have a new convertible top. Should I adjust the locator pins out a little or is there something else I'm missing? Thanks.
Burning Brakes
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From: Myrtle Beach South Carolina
A new top is going to be a bit tight. But , and this is just experience from my 95 vert, the rear latches are a bit snug. You don't want the rear hoop weatherstripping to be smooshed, so you might check how compressed the weatherstripping is and adjust the pins out a bit if needed. Don't go too loose because you wouldn't want the top to be floppy. Good luck
Edit:
My wife actually can't get the pins to latch on my car, she can't apply enough pressure to get them latch!
Edit:
My wife actually can't get the pins to latch on my car, she can't apply enough pressure to get them latch!
Last edited by sluggballz; Jun 15, 2018 at 09:49 PM.
Pro
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From: Pine Barrens New Jersey
I personally would never do this. The metal in the latches is super easy to F up. If you choose to do this make super sure you push down and seat the top before closing the latch. Do not use the latch to close the top.
I would (and have) adjust the rear pins to the tension I like.
I would (and have) adjust the rear pins to the tension I like.
Drifting
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From: on Barnegat Bay Joisey
Take it to a professional and have it fitted and hardware adjusted. Since its new and installed by who knows, you really don't know if its done right. It runs about a grand to replace so why take a chance?
Racer
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From: MUSKOGEE COUNTY OKLAHOMA
You are quite right. Push down till it seats then latch.
Last edited by GRIS; Jun 17, 2018 at 09:21 AM.
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I let it sit in the sun all day yesterday with the top up and latched. I will see if it latches a little better today. If not I will take it to a shop that installs convertible tops on Corvettes. Thanks guys for your advice.