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W113 Pagoda SL Group => Body, interior, paint, chrome, and cosmetic items => Topic started by: Tal on March 24, 2013, 18:26:54

Title: soft top release latch RESOLVED
Post by: Tal on March 24, 2013, 18:26:54

I know this topic has been covered recently.  Thank you
Michael Salemi for the many contributions you've made here.

The dreaded free wheeling release latch happened to me. I think I have simpler solution.

Scenario 1: The top is stowed in the well. Simply push the release with an allen wrench (screwdriver too thick)
                 Photos 1 & 2

Scenario 2: The top is in the up position. Use the hook end of a caulking gun to snag the wire, pull to release the
                 center top post. Photo 3 & 4. Once you can fold the rear part of the soft top forward, proceed with
                 scenario 1

I love this forum!

Tal
'71 Moss Green

Title: Re: soft top release latch RESOLVED
Post by: kampala on March 26, 2013, 06:11:28

Nicely done and documented.  Will be filing this one.

Appreciated,

Title: Re: soft top release latch RESOLVED
Post by: pagoden on March 26, 2013, 08:18:54

 
   Second!

Title: Re: soft top release latch RESOLVED
Post by: zoegrlh on March 27, 2013, 11:55:11

This process should go into the Technical Manual Tai.  Can you add to the section of Tops in the TM?
Bob

Title: Re: soft top release latch RESOLVED
Post by: Tal on March 27, 2013, 18:27:15

Thanks everyone.
Bob, I have no idea how to add this to the technical manual.
Tal