Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Body, interior, paint, chrome, and cosmetic items => Topic started by: tradjim on October 28, 2011, 00:56:56

Title: spring for convertible top
Post by: tradjim on October 28, 2011, 00:56:56

My spring snapped part # 77-3321 ..the problem is the bracket that it attaches to also snapped - I ordered a new spring but i guess the other piece has to be weilded .My question is what is the purpose of the spring'-my top now is much easier to put up - thanks

Title: Re: spring for convertable top
Post by: tradjim on October 28, 2011, 22:45:59

I guess this is a first

Title: Re: spring for convertable top
Post by: dtuttle123 on October 28, 2011, 23:31:26

Nope.  It's not an uncommon problem.  I have a similar situation in my 250SL.  I don't know if you can weld the bracket, or better to replace.  Replacing is a big deal from what I understand.  The purpose of the spring is to make the raising of the top easier.   I put my top up/down maybe 3 times a year, and it's not an issue without the spring.   I would just live with it.

Title: Re: spring for convertable top
Post by: tradjim on October 29, 2011, 00:52:46

Thanks - doesnt seem like a big deal - and the top is much easier to put up without it

Title: Re: spring for convertible top
Post by: shanghaitom on November 03, 2011, 00:15:22

the purpose of the bow retention spring is to make putting the top up and down a bit easier (the rear piece anyway).  I have a 250 and 280SL with the bracket broken on both.  I have had a replacement piece welding on one, but had to fabricate the broken piece.  It works well, but is not necessary.  I have pictures somewhere if helpful.

Title: Re: spring for convertible top
Post by: jeblack123 on November 03, 2011, 01:42:08

Same problem here. Would it be possible for you to post the picture of your repair? Thanks.

Eddie