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GTGirl
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Posted: Aug 4, 2007, 5:07 AM
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For some time now, when I put my convertible top up, I have noticed on the driver's side, the inside liner edge kinda "bunches up", behind the metal frame just above the window. This is right where a hinge is located. I have to pull the edge of the liner out from behind the hinge. Now, for the last couple of weeks, the right side is doing it, too. My husband thinks it has to do with those elastic strips that are up in between the metal frame and the top liner "breaking down" and stretching. Any one else had this problem. Otherwise, the top is fine - it's just a hassle when the edge bunches up behind that hinge.
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Posts: 73 | From: Ladson, SC
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blondietall
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Posted: Aug 4, 2007, 6:05 AM
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mine does that to only on the drivers side.it really bugs me that i have to fix it all the time..so on my last post i may have to replace the whole rag top as iam having a problem with the rear window clips coming off for the 2nd time..
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Posts: 18 | From: charleston,sc
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GTGirl
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Posted: Aug 4, 2007, 7:14 AM
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Re: [blondietall] Inside top liner bunching up when closing top
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Yep, I know what you mean.
What part of Charleston do you live in? I live in Ladson but I work in Mt. Pleasant - sure is nice driving to work in the early morning with the top down - but kinda hot lately on the drive home on I-26.
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blondietall
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Posted: Aug 4, 2007, 12:56 PM
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I live in Goosecreek the crowfield area..have you been to the mountains in greenville/pickens area..now thats awesome when the top is down,seeing all the waterfalls and mountains on both sides and lakes.dont have to worry about sharks and gators there lolol vicki
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PTPenguin
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Posted: Aug 4, 2007, 4:42 PM
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I guess this is a common problem, mine just started doing that, just on the drivers side so far...
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mikemcl
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Posted: Aug 4, 2007, 5:24 PM
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Not happened to mine yet. Question, would it be wrong to buy one of those Street Cruiser series badges from Ebay and stick it to my touring turbo lite? I like the look of the badge...
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ThreeLAKE
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Posted: Aug 5, 2007, 6:54 PM
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My car is bunching up like that too! Only on the drivers side..... hmm I wonder what could be causing it.
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SmittysPT
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Posted: Aug 7, 2007, 1:02 PM
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I guess its a common problem. Mines doing it too...only on drivers side.
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silvereagle
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Posted: Aug 8, 2007, 6:00 AM
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What year vert are these problems happening on.I have an 06 and everything is normal.I know the 06 has a better top then the 05.
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ThreeLAKE
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Posted: Aug 8, 2007, 3:59 PM
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Mine is an 06 and doesn't do it all the time just randomly.......
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GTGirl
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Posted: Aug 9, 2007, 4:28 PM
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Mine's an early 05 - bought it new in April 04.
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PTPenguin
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Posted: Aug 9, 2007, 7:26 PM
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Mine is an 05. BTW, what is different about the top in the 05 and 06 that makes the 06 better?
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silvereagle
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Posted: Aug 9, 2007, 8:50 PM
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The 06 tops are better built, they are thicker and have more sound proofing.
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mikemcl
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Posted: Aug 12, 2007, 7:44 PM
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I looked at an 06 and dont see much of a diff , they are made by the same co. as the 05 "hartz"? and the dealer states they are the same. The 05 top is very high quality when it comes to sound proff and durability. Oh well.
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ThreeLAKE
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Posted: Aug 19, 2007, 3:10 PM
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Yah I looked to and they seem to be the same but the dealer told me the 06 and newer ones were different... but he didn't say better. My bunching is getting worse on my 06' I think I will take it in and show them. It's still only on the drivers side...... how odd
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ThreeLAKE
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Posted: Aug 27, 2007, 7:11 PM
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My husband thinks it has to do with those elastic strips that are up in between the metal frame and the top liner "breaking down" and stretching.
I think tour husband might be right! On mine u can see where the little rubber bands on the inside have all snapped! but only on the drivers side! That would explain why it only does in on the driver's side!
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robfrsd
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Mines doing it also. both sides now. early 05 vert...
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grammy189
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mine is an 05 and not bunching up but if it does I'll be taking it in for a new top.....silly to put up with that kinda stuff. that is what is so fun is the carefree top......up down, morning, noon, and night. 
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ThreeLAKE
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Posted: Sep 3, 2007, 8:38 PM
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Yah it's happening every time I close the top so I made an appointment for tomorrow to see if the geniuses at the dealership can figure it out and still fix the MILLION other things on my to do list for them. HAHA I'll keep u guyz and galz posted!
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ThreeLAKE
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Posted: Sep 4, 2007, 4:20 PM
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Well got the Vert back and everything looks the same but they said they fixed it.... the mechanic said he made some adjustments to the top and VIOLA! easy schmeezy!
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PTPenguin
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Posted: Sep 4, 2007, 7:53 PM
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I wonder if he adjusted that elastic strap thingy? I was thinking of doing something with that.
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2005 Bright Silver Convertible, 5 speed with 8 ball knob, chrome door spears, chrome gas cap door, chrome antenna bezel, chrome grill kit, chrome rear bumper pillows, chrome bumper trim, stainless antenna with flames, stainless door panel trim, chrome smoothies with baby moons, 2" wide "gangster" white walls, chrome tail light trim, K&N air filter element in a modified airbox and an oogah horn. Hmmm, what have I forgotten???
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Posts: 221 | From: Sin City
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ThreeLAKE
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Posted: Sep 10, 2007, 3:11 PM
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Hmmm I have bad news...... It bunched up last nite. It was doing it every time and now it doesn't do it as often but I will let them know when I bring it in for them to change my windshield washer nozzles. I was so excited!
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