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  1. top almost works right

    I asked last summer if the roof retract and delay switches were different for 57-58 and the 59. Did not get an answer, but the two I have are...

    Started by wah2oo, 04-21-2012 04:20 PM
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    08-28-2019 02:50 PM Go to last post
  2. Post Nick Keilen’s Operation and Maintenance Videos

    This is going to be a rather long post so please bear with me. Over 20 years ago I purchased a set of 4 VHS tapes dealing with the operation,...

    Started by moreorles2, 01-20-2018 06:29 PM
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    top repair, videos
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    07-30-2023 12:27 PM Go to last post
  3. Dust covers for top jack

    I broke a top jack and when I loosened the dust cover I noted a washer/gasket at the base of the shaft that allowed the cover to be held tightly on...

    Started by wah2oo, 02-16-2011 09:03 PM
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    02-26-2011 08:53 AM Go to last post
  4. Roof Relay Replacement

    I wish to replace all 10 of the roof relays in my 59 Skyliner. Can anyone advise where the best place to purchase these is? Intent is to puchase...

    Started by Skyliner Downunder, 12-03-2012 07:44 PM
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    08-04-2016 06:32 PM Go to last post
  5. Just started new project - 1959 Skyliner rebuild

    A couple of days ago I bought a 1959 Skyliner. I've been looking for several months and think I have a project I can handle (with some helpful advice...

    Started by Ddave, 07-22-2016 04:12 PM
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    07-27-2016 07:05 AM Go to last post
  6. Question top electrical question

    I have a 1958 that I am restoring. When checking the motors, I noted that there is a junction block (?) connection to the top motor. The wires...

    Started by wah2oo, 01-05-2011 05:00 PM
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    03-05-2011 05:39 PM Go to last post
  7. retractable top problems

    I purchased a 58 retractable that the previous two owners couldn't get the top up.After much work the top came up but would not be level.Adjusting...

    Started by Paul Philip, 12-09-2010 09:40 PM
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    05-09-2014 09:30 PM Go to last post
  8. Top retract issue - advice on these 3 likely issues

    I am a new owner of a very old and worn 59 retractable. Seems the top hasn't worked in some time and the car has sat for more than 15 yrs as well. ...

    Started by BA., 09-11-2013 05:57 PM
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    09-20-2013 02:58 PM Go to last post
  9. '59 top troubleshooting, deck lid & tray

    My 59's roof works well 90% of the time but sometimes when closing the deck lid when the roof is fully erected and locked to it's place the deck lid...

    Started by heikkisky, 08-10-2016 11:59 AM
    deck lid, erect cycle, retract cycle, tray, troubleshooting
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    05-21-2017 03:38 AM Go to last post
  10. Smile 1959 Deck Lid

    On my '59, the deck lid will not open completely. The motor rubs on the stainless trim around the rear window. I have adjusted the switch to no...

    Started by homerd43, 12-13-2010 04:56 AM
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    04-20-2011 07:53 AM Go to last post
  11. My turn to need help.

    Went to a car show yesterday and as I was about to leave I went to put the top up. Once the decklid went down It would stop about three inches from...

    Started by zrone90, 10-06-2019 11:34 AM
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    10-08-2019 07:44 PM Go to last post
  12. roof lift jack dust cover replacement

    I have new dust covers and bushings for the roof lift jacks. I have the jacks off the car but I am not sure how to separate the parts since the...

    Started by Mike V, 04-28-2020 01:10 PM
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    06-14-2020 01:40 PM Go to last post
  13. Top unlock problem

    The top on my 57 won't unlock using the actuator switch. The deck lid unlocks and opens and the tray erects, then nothing happens. I adjusted the...

    Started by Mike V, 06-15-2020 12:16 PM
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    08-07-2020 09:59 AM Go to last post
  14. Windshield Header Lock Nut Adjustment

    I discovered that my front roof locks were not reaching the ratchet depth and thus the motor stalled while still receiving power. I believe this is...

    Started by Fnixon, 12-22-2023 02:27 PM
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    01-06-2024 05:31 AM Go to last post
  15. Adjusting the front roof hinges

    The front and rear locks line up perfectly but the front lock screws don't seem to enter at the right angle. I've tried resetting the roof several...

    Started by Paul Philip, 11-01-2014 11:52 PM
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    11-07-2014 09:58 AM Go to last post
  16. How much space

    I have never put anything in the truck of my 57 since it was hard to tell how much room there really is available. I recently purchased and...

    Started by Scott Torvinen, 07-04-2015 03:49 PM
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    12-03-2022 11:35 AM Go to last post
  17. 1959 top issues

    Hi guys I'm be to the club and just recently purchased my first retractable. It's a 59 and it came with the roof retracted into the trunk. It's a...

    Started by Gyides24, 07-15-2016 06:45 PM
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    07-21-2016 10:26 AM Go to last post
  18. White pads on backside of deck?

    The white foam/rubber pads glued on the backside of the deck are very brittle and not doing the job as I have marks on my top when it is up. I...

    Started by 59 Retract, 06-24-2019 08:47 PM
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    07-05-2019 03:12 PM Go to last post
  19. Problem with top - HELP

    I just acquired my 59 Skyliner a few weeks ago. The top worked flawlessly before I got it home. When I try to erect the top I have a problem...

    Started by Suainie, 04-10-2015 12:07 PM
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    04-12-2015 08:56 PM Go to last post
  20. Top landing

    I have a 1958 and when I retract the top it seems to land very hard into the trunk. The car rocks and it feels like it is landing too hard. Is...

    Started by zrone90, 05-25-2017 05:05 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    12-21-2018 08:54 PM Go to last post

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