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Old 08-07-2008, 04:11 PM
   Top rod falling off
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The small rod near the from of the convertible top, visible on the inside when it's closed- keeps popping off, so the side window doesn't seal. Anyone else had this problem, and any fixes??
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Old 08-07-2008, 08:44 PM
  
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If you are talking about the ball and socket joint, just spin the socket out one full turn, rejoin and all should be well.

If you are not talking about that, please post a pic of what you_are_ talking about.
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Yep, that's the one. Fell off again this morning, so it's a regular occurrence when the top goes up or down. Do you mean tighten (shorten) the rod by spinning the socket, or lengthening it? Do I want that rod shorter or longer??
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Yep, that's the one. Fell off again this morning, so it's a regular occurrence when the top goes up or down. Do you mean tighten (shorten) the rod by spinning the socket, or lengthening it? Do I want that rod shorter or longer??
If it is like mine was, you need to lengthen it. What you need to do particularly is make sure that is is the same length as the one that is _not_ popping off. You _should_ need to lenghten.
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Thanks for the help! And don't tell my wife the rod is too short...
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Thanks for the help! And don't tell my wife the rod is too short...

She should already know
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