Convertible Top Problem.

[schoir]

Originally Posted by Boxster_luver

My Boxster does the exact same thing except mine is on the left hand side. I too stop folding the top up about 6-12 inches from being closed so I can fit it back in the groove. Happens every single time. J2da told me that it's just wear and tear, so I guess the only way to really fix it is to replace the top. I just ordered a new top so i'll let you know if it keeps doing it after I swap tops.

It's not necessary to replace the entire top to fix this problem. However, if you do replace the top and use the old shoulder plates and the tension cables from the old top, make sure that the overall length of the cables has not been exceeded.
Take a look at the link in the post below for the correct measurement of the cables when you replace the top. They can stretch out over time, but it's possible to re-size them if you don't want to replace with new ones.

Regards, Maurice.

[FTD]

Mine did this while it was still under warranty. The vague answer I have is a velcro wrap had to be stitched back in - it pulls away over time - or something.

Edit: Mike addresses this in his write up: "1. Torn or separated convertible top holding strap"

the top is now doing the overlapping thing again. I haven't yet taken a look to trouble shoot.

If I don't make sure it is tracking correctly before completely closing the top, I am concerned that I am stressing and causing harm to the top and its parts. If you haven't gotten this corrected yet, I do encourage you to do what you can to control it.

I am very appreciative / grateful for Mike Focke's web site and this forum. I've never had a car require so much attention and maintenance before.

[schoir]

Originally Posted by FTD

Mine did this while it was still under warranty. The vague answer I have is a velcro wrap had to be stitched back in - it pulls away over time - or something.

Edit: Mike addresses this in his write up: "1. Torn or separated convertible top holding strap"

the top is now doing the overlapping thing again. I haven't yet taken a look to trouble shoot.

If I don't make sure it is tracking correctly before completely closing the top, I am concerned that I am stressing and causing harm to the top and its parts. If you haven't gotten this corrected yet, I do encourage you to do what you can to control it.

I am very appreciative / grateful for Mike Focke's web site and this forum. I've never had a car require so much attention and maintenance before.

If your car is no longer under warranty, check those velcro straps as it is an easy DIY. If they come apart or tear, the cable will no longer be guided into the proper channel when the top closes. In that case, you can sew in a new velcro strap or patch the old one. There are good photos and measurements in that write-up on Mike Focke's website for the velcro straps.

Regards, Maurice.