Convertible

koolkatz220 · 03-10-2003, 06:26 PM

I have a convertible mustang and the top goes down fine but doesn't seem to sit down as far as it should. It also has trouble coming up on its own. I would greatly appreciate any solutions to the problems.

Ty'97Cobra · 03-10-2003, 08:50 PM

what year car do you have?

if it is an 88-93, you might put it 1/2 way down and pull out the top (vinyl) where it folds down. this will make the top lay down for the most part.

if it has trouble coming up, then it sounds like your top motor might need more fluid or it might need replacing...

i havent had a problem with the cobra. it works perfectly.

MissBlondie · 03-11-2003, 04:56 PM

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Originally posted by koolkatz220
I have a convertible mustang and the top goes down fine but doesn't seem to sit down as far as it should. It also has trouble coming up on its own. I would greatly appreciate any solutions to the problems.

I had some problems with my '94, where the top wouldn't come out all the way. You would have to tug on it to latch it closed. I ended up just replacing the entire thing because it was grinding. Then it got offtrack and was ripping on both sides where it would bend down. I know they can sand it so it will go up and down smoother, or you may need a new motor. If you can find an auto tops place, they generally will give you an estimate.

03-11-2003, 09:17 PM

Check www.alldata.com Techincal Service Bulletins there have been on going reported issues with the covertible top boot not seating properly....most model years to current.

Good Luck

http://www.alldata.com/recalls/index.html

Jenn

rbatson2 · 03-12-2003, 01:15 PM

I agree with Ty'97Cobra, it probably needs some fluid. It is also slower and tighter in cold weather.

03-10-2003, 06:26 PM	#1
koolkatz220 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 4	Convertible I have a convertible mustang and the top goes down fine but doesn't seem to sit down as far as it should. It also has trouble coming up on its own. I would greatly appreciate any solutions to the problems.

03-10-2003, 08:50 PM	#2
Ty'97Cobra Registered Member Join Date: Apr 1999 Location: NC Posts: 308	what year car do you have? if it is an 88-93, you might put it 1/2 way down and pull out the top (vinyl) where it folds down. this will make the top lay down for the most part. if it has trouble coming up, then it sounds like your top motor might need more fluid or it might need replacing... i havent had a problem with the cobra. it works perfectly. __________________ 2003 Cobra Convertible - Dark Shadow Gray #2459 of 5082 Visit my city http://diggstown.myminicity.com/

03-11-2003, 09:17 PM	#4
Janeofalltrades Guest Posts: n/a	TSB..... Check www.alldata.com Techincal Service Bulletins there have been on going reported issues with the covertible top boot not seating properly....most model years to current. Good Luck http://www.alldata.com/recalls/index.html Jenn

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03-12-2003, 01:15 PM	#5
rbatson2 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 74	I agree with Ty'97Cobra, it probably needs some fluid. It is also slower and tighter in cold weather.