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Old 02-23-2015, 03:19 PM   #1
heymanwatchthis
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Automatic top chop?

I have a plastic window on my top, and I am tired of getting out of the car to 'chop' it. Am considering the glass window upgrade but would rather not lose engine access with 3 bow top frame.

I wonder if there is a way to make the window automatically fold properly when putting the top down. Wouldn't some strategically placed elastic cords pull the window to form the proper crease?

My thought is to somehow anchor some elastic cords (bungees perhaps) on either side of the window (on top fabric) where it folds. The other end of the bungee would be attached within the well that holds the top, forward of the window, pulling down and outboard in a manner that facilitates the fold. Looks like there is plenty of room for small bungees when the top is down, and when down the bungee tension would be reduced. Only need enough bungee tension to initiate the plastic window fold.

Does this make sense? Has anyone tried some way to eliminate the boxster chop?

Thanks,

Gary
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