Convertible Top Blew Open

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Jun 16, 2009 | 02:39 PM

Flatbroke

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From: Flat Rock Al

Convertible Top Blew Open

OK, my bad. I forgot to latch the top on my wife’s 2003 convertible. The front section of the top blew open and back before I got out very far down the road; maybe 40 or 45 mph. I think it rotated up about 45 to 55 degrees.

I stopped and inspected it. I closed it back and latched it. I drove it home and retracted the top and re-deployed it and everything appears normal. Did I damage anything?

Thanks for any help!

Jun 16, 2009 | 03:11 PM

poolboy

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I bet that was fun - hopefully you didn't damage anything. I guess you now belong to the FRC - flying roof club.

Jun 16, 2009 | 03:21 PM

chaase

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From: East Meadow NY

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I doubt anything is broken. Inspect the top from the outside to make sure nothing bent. You may want to spray the areas where it meets the roof and windows with a hose to make sure it is still sealing correctly.

Jun 16, 2009 | 03:27 PM

WKMCD

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From: Haymarket VA

Only your pride.

I check my latches EVERYTIME I get in the car.

Jun 16, 2009 | 08:02 PM

2L8ULUZ

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From: Lynnwood Washington

I headed out of town in mine a few weeks ago and as soon as I got up to freeway speeds I heard this somewhat loud buzzing/humming sound. Sounded like it was coming from my stereo speakers so I turned the stereo off and still heard it. Finally pulled down on top and the noise stopped so I pulled over to investigate.
I had only latched the drivers side latch. DOH!!!