What to do if your convertible top push rod breaks?
If your convertible top push rod has broken, then you will need to replace it with a new one. Unfortunately, at the time of this writing, a new plastic ball cup end is only available by purchasing an entirely new rod (about $75). When you get the new rod, line it up to the old one, and make sure that the two are exactly the same length.
How does a convertible roof open and close?
A single motor connects to two cables and drives a leveraged gear mechanism that raises the rear of the roof, then raises the rear convertible lid, and then folds and tucks the top away. When your roof is not opening or closing correctly, then one or more of the components in the mechanism are probably worn out or damaged.
What causes a convertible top to get stuck?
This means that rather than using the traditional approach of cable and pullies, the car uses a set of pressurized cylinders to both open and close the top. Over time, the system can leak or fail, causing your convertible top to get stuck in either the up or down position. In this article I will explain the basics of the system.
Where is the latch on a Porsche Carrera convertible?
To open or close the latch, insert the 6mm hex key into the over-ride actuator and turn it counter-clockwise to close the latch (this is the same tool used to emergency open/close the entire top, located behind the rear seat panel) Turning it clockwise opens the latch.
How do you adjust a convertible latch on a car?
There is a screw that you have to remove that is located where the hook is. Remove that and turn the hook till you have it where you want it and put the screw back in. There is a screw that you have to remove that is located where the hook is. Remove that and turn the hook till you have it where you want it and put the screw back in.
If your convertible top push rod has broken, then you will need to replace it with a new one. Unfortunately, at the time of this writing, a new plastic ball cup end is only available by purchasing an entirely new rod (about $75). When you get the new rod, line it up to the old one, and make sure that the two are exactly the same length.
How is the convertible top raised and lowered?
The manual convertible is raised and lowered by hand (once unlatched) with the help of hydraulic gas cylinders. The top lowers and raises fully automatically by means of electrohydraulic servo units that control the primary soft-top movements. The top / windshield top rail locks are operated by an electric motor.
A single motor connects to two cables and drives a leveraged gear mechanism that raises the rear of the roof, then raises the rear convertible lid, and then folds and tucks the top away. When your roof is not opening or closing correctly, then one or more of the components in the mechanism are probably worn out or damaged.
What’s the best way to fix spalled concrete?
One great way deal with your spalled concrete is to actually have someone come in and sandblast the surface away, heck it’s already coming off anyway. If you can’t beat em, join em right! LOL! Sorry about that, but on a serious note. You can actually sand blast the surface of the concrete taking away as much as ¾ of an inch.
Can you use spalling to repair your driveway?
Then you have come to the right place, in this post I will share with you 3 different spalling concrete repair methods that you could use in order to turn your unsightly driveway into something you can be proud of.
Where are the push in plastic fasteners on a Honda?
Honda does use them in a few locations, a black plastic “bulkhead” between front door hinges and fender cavity on the HCHII, for one. No, it’s not that type, the ones that push in at the center.
What’s the best way to fix a broken plastic trim?
Next, the epoxy gets pressed into the split from the back side. This reduces the amount of finish work required on the visible side. The epoxy was spread onto the crack, pushing it into the split.he crack was then pushed together and taped again to ensure it would stay closed.
How did the Porsche Boxster convertible top get stuck?
In addition, the mechanism for lifting the rear metal cover has completely sheared off as well. The pivot ball pin (shown in inset) would normally be attached to end of the control lever (yellow arrow), but due to the top getting stuck, it has been broken off.