12-12-2006, 10:12 AM
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top hack, one touch (like windows)
does this link work?
It just freezes on my PC. These guys are selling these DIY hacks to make the soft top lower with one touch. beats the heck out of spending $300 on a Smartop relay.
http://learic.com/boxster/onetouch.zip
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12-12-2006, 10:17 AM
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dead link for me
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12-12-2006, 10:51 AM
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ok heres how you do it. just type http://learic.com/boxster/ into your internet explorer address bar. when the file list appears, click on "onetouch.zip" its a 40+meg file.
If you dont mind, please send your first born to beacon st sp ca.
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12-12-2006, 11:01 AM
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It looks like a video, but i dont have sound to hear whats going on. Can anyone tell me if this person in the video is giving part numbers so i can go get this onetouch hack done?
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12-12-2006, 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by CJ_Boxster
It looks like a video, but i dont have sound to hear whats going on. Can anyone tell me if this person in the video is giving part numbers so i can go get this onetouch hack done?
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They are showing the proto-type for their upcoming plug and play harness. Very cool though.
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12-12-2006, 12:41 PM
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this has been on the rennlist for awhile. many are waiting for them to get it done to buy.
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12-21-2006, 09:57 PM
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one touch
I think one touch is a mistake. Unless, there is a safety shut off switch. What happens when the drive cables break??? the frame will break!!!
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12-22-2006, 03:45 AM
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It should not pose a problem. The user is able to stop the motion at any time. Also, the OneTouchTop will automatically time out if the top does not completely open or close. 
Regards,
Ken
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12-21-2006, 05:59 AM
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Looks like a great product. I personally don't think if you have the pin 18 relay hack done that this should be put on your car. I can just see someone cruising down the highway at 70mph when their passenger bumps the soft top button and doesn't know how to stop it which could easily cause a bad accident. I'm going to seriously consider picking one of these up though. Any chance someone could put up a video of this thing in action from outside of the car?
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12-21-2006, 06:45 AM
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Just curious, other than nose-picking, what esle would one be doing with the freed-up finger for the 15 seconds needed to open/close the top?
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12-21-2006, 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by z12358
Just curious, other than nose-picking, what esle would one be doing with the freed-up finger for the 15 seconds needed to open/close the top?
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LOL....
I read on another forum that some folks with plastic rear windows plan on setting the top in motion, then jumping out to perform the infamous top-chop.
ddb
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12-21-2006, 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Porschekid
Looks like a great product. I personally don't think if you have the pin 18 relay hack done that this should be put on your car. I can just see someone cruising down the highway at 70mph when their passenger bumps the soft top button and doesn't know how to stop it which could easily cause a bad accident.
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It's not terribly likely that it would be actuated on the highway, because you have to have the parking brake pulled up a click or two in order to operate the top. This allows you to start driving while the top is lowering; however the light on the dash is a reminder than the brake is engaged slightly.
I'll try to take a video soon of the unit working.
It is in fact very handy for those that have a plastic window. The motion is slow enough that you can hit the button, get out, chop the top, and get back in before the motion is complete.
Regards,
Ken
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12-21-2006, 10:28 AM
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myth: all plastic windows need to be "karate chopped".
The only time I ever have to perform the chop is when the temperature drops below 60. So basically I rarely ever have to do the chop.
During the warmer months the top needs no chopping and my window is crystal clear. If you give the top a chance the plastic develops 'memory' and will correctly bend at the right spot each time. During the cooler months I just make sure to blast the heat for 10 minutes then I pull over to lower the top. Wards off cold stretching the canvas too.
I find it quiet annoying to have to sit there with my hand extended on the button while the tops goes down so slooooowly while I stare at the red light waiting for it to go out. My friend's quick action S2000 top lowers in such speed it's embarrasing to me. If it were up to me I would have made the top 100% manual, less weight and no expensive repairs.
With the one touch you can hit the button, then fasten seat belt, adjust mirrors, plug in your pone, put on your bluetooth, etc.
I agree not a cruicial convenience but many have paid $300 for those smart top relays that do essentially the same thing as this $100 unit.
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12-21-2006, 10:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Perfectlap
myth: all plastic windows need to be "karate chopped".
The only time I ever have to perform the chop is when the temperature drops below 60. So basically I rarely ever have to do the chop.
During the warmer months the top needs no chopping and my window is crystal clear. If you give the top a chance the plastic develops 'memory' and will correctly bend at the right spot each time. During the cooler months I just make sure to blast the heat for 10 minutes then I pull over to lower the top. Wards off cold stretching the canvas too.
I find it quiet annoying to have to sit there with my hand extended on the button while the tops goes down so slooooowly while I stare at the red light waiting for it to go out. My friend's quick action S2000 top lowers in such speed it's embarrasing to me. If it were up to me I would have made the top 100% manual, less weight and no expensive repairs.
With the one touch you can hit the button, then fasten seat belt, adjust mirrors, plug in your pone, put on your bluetooth, etc.
I agree not a cruicial convenience but many have paid $300 for those smart top relays that do essentially the same thing as this $100 unit.
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Since I'm rarely in a hurry to get anywhere in my Box, I actually find it quite meditative and zen-like to do nothing for the 15 seconds it takes to open the roof. Makes me think about and savor the twisties I'm about to take ahead.
Z.
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12-21-2006, 11:18 AM
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I just posted a video showing the OneTouchTop in operation. It's just a quick video I just went outside and filmed, which shows the basic operation of the unit.
Visit THIS LINK and you'll find the files related to the OneTouchTop. There is a picture of the unit, a basic install video, the installation manual, and the demo video I just created.
Note: The videos are zipped only to prevent streaming, reducing the load on the server. 
Regards,
Ken
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12-26-2006, 04:47 AM
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Quote:
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Originally Posted by Perfectlap
myth: all plastic windows need to be "karate chopped".
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I need your window. Mine will bunch up right in the middle if I don't chop it. Happens regardless of temperature. 
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