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  1. Looking for advice~still have problem with car top

    Last fall I posted my top front roof lock motor power issue to this forum. In the one response I received it was noted that since the functioning...

    Started by Chuck Pursell, 05-10-2023 10:10 AM
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    05-15-2023 08:04 AM Go to last post
  2. Package Tray Foam Pads

    I am hoping that someone can take some measurements of the package tray foam pads that go on the underside of the package tray and prevent contact...

    Started by oldave57, 04-24-2020 01:34 PM
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    04-25-2020 03:15 PM Go to last post
  3. brushes for electric motors

    I have an extra nonworking motor. I decided to have some "fun" and try to repair it. When I got it open, both brushes were stuck. I was able to...

    Started by wah2oo, 04-10-2017 03:25 PM
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    06-03-2017 06:34 AM Go to last post
  4. Top sits off to the right when retracted in truck

    I have a 1957 retractable that I just purchased. Everything thing on the top seems to work great except for when you retract the top. It sits in the...

    Started by Burgz, 05-11-2021 09:26 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    08-16-2022 06:37 PM Go to last post
  5. Buyer Beware !!!

    If you are looking for old Ford parts, I sure would not deal with Randy Ankle, that lives in Mesa, at 848 West Kilarea Ave., Here is what happened to...

    Started by 53coe, 05-14-2021 10:11 AM
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    05-14-2021 10:11 AM Go to last post
  6. Looking for a shop in Ky

    I'm looking for a shop in Ky to repair my top. the deck lid will not raise it just unscrews but will no raise.

    Started by gator, 08-27-2019 02:17 AM
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    12-01-2019 11:58 AM Go to last post
  7. 59 top wont lift up and back

    Last Friday and Saturday I helped a friend try to get his newly acquired 59 top working. I have done quite a bit of work on my 58 so thought I knew...

    Started by Robert M, 07-18-2021 07:41 PM
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    07-19-2021 08:09 PM Go to last post
  8. trunk lid

    I have a trunk lid and a motorized panel with mounting brackets and trim. No rust or dents, copper colored.It has been sitting in a garage for many...

    Started by tcj990, 11-19-2015 07:16 AM
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    11-19-2015 07:16 AM Go to last post
  9. top lock down function problems

    I am new to the forum. I have been having work done on my 57 Skyliner. Now when the top is going up the lock down screws are rotating in the wrong...

    Started by Poptop57, 08-15-2021 08:52 PM
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    08-17-2021 08:35 PM Go to last post
  10. In a 59' had transmission rebuilt and now top does go down, trunk does open

    Is the safety switch lock out just on the shifter, or is there something that was on the transmission itself that I need to hook back up? Of course...

    Started by Paul59Skyliner, 06-26-2017 09:02 AM
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    07-10-2017 10:23 AM Go to last post
  11. Top Front Right screw not catching

    When I go through the erect cycle and the top drops down into the screw holes, the right front screw is about 1/4" too high. the screws are aligned,...

    Started by johnhrich, 11-23-2020 03:30 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    11-04-2022 09:47 AM Go to last post
  12. WANTED: Rear roof lock screw

    I am needing to buy a rear roof lock screw for my 57. Thanks. John email is jlinder@st-tel.net

    Started by 57redwhitered, 02-28-2012 09:54 PM
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    02-28-2012 09:54 PM Go to last post
  13. Remote Control for Top Operation

    I would like to operate my top remotely with a transmitter like a garage door opener. Anyone out there know if someone has done this?

    Started by byrned, 07-04-2022 01:50 PM
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    10-19-2022 02:20 AM Go to last post
  14. New top solenoids / relays for the skliner

    Please let me know if you need any. $400 for the set of 10 or $50 each. They look just like the originals.

    Started by pto, 09-03-2015 03:39 PM
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    09-03-2015 03:39 PM Go to last post
  15. Limit Switches

    When they fail AND have been bypassed, can they be repaired ? Who stocks retractable limit switches and what do they cost?

    Started by John R. Thomas, 07-13-2015 08:04 AM
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    07-14-2015 07:35 AM Go to last post
  16. Top Repair

    If some of you are like me when the top gets an attitude I'm lost. Lucky for me I found Mike Mathes not only is he an all around nice guy he also...

    Started by Gemet, 08-07-2013 01:56 PM
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    08-07-2013 01:56 PM Go to last post
  17. Still looking for some Tub Luggage

    Jerry's Classic Cars is out of stock. They were selling for $995. I will pay up double that ($2k) if in good condition. ...

    Started by MichaelCPA, 03-09-2020 02:53 PM
    luggage, suitcase, suitcases
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    03-14-2020 10:29 PM Go to last post
  18. Top removal / seals replacement

    I have all the top seals to replace. I'm considering removing the roof - so that I can turn it over and clean out the channels, fix rust spots, etc....

    Started by johnhrich, 08-24-2021 12:05 PM
    removal, seals, top
    • Replies: 1
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    09-22-2021 07:52 AM Go to last post
  19. 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
  20. Front roof stuff...

    Here is a question for the pro's: I pre-zoom my old friend Bill will be all over this..? Dave's 2 cent's will not be ignored either...? I know the...

    Started by skylinerman58, 12-29-2014 05:28 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    12-29-2014 05:28 PM Go to last post

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