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  1. 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
    • Replies: 7
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    04-20-2011 07:53 AM Go to last post
  2. Smile '59 Retractable Package Tray (Flipper) Motor Rebuild

    Does anyone know if there is a flipper motor rebuilder available or possibly someone that has a motor for sale? Thanks again for any help.

    Started by homerd43, 04-22-2011 04:10 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    04-26-2011 08:56 AM Go to last post
  3. 59 front roof locks, won't lock

    Hello, I'm new here & so far have really enjoyed reading all the post. I have a 59, & the front roof locks, won't spin, to lock down to the...

    Started by Jgbell, 08-19-2016 02:53 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    01-27-2020 12:56 AM Go to last post
  4. Question roof leaks

    I recently purchased a 57 skyliner and after I recieved it I notice water stains on the windshield (front) side of the headliner. The left front...

    Started by jhubbell, 01-27-2013 05:14 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    01-28-2013 07:51 AM Go to last post
  5. Question roof air leak

    My roof has a pretty good breeze coming thru where the roof and windshield meet It looks like there is a little crimp right in the center front of...

    Started by jhubbell, 04-23-2013 02:49 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    04-24-2013 12:19 PM Go to last post
  6. trunk lid retract

    I have a 57 and when I convert to convertible every thing works fine but when I switch back to hard top the trunk lid does not come down all the way....

    Started by jhubbell, 10-17-2013 03:24 PM
    lid, retract, top, trunk
    • Replies: 1
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    11-06-2013 08:37 PM Go to last post
  7. top

    when I go through the cycle to remount the top everything works fine until the trunk lid gets almost shut and then it stops. If I push the trunk...

    Started by jhubbell, 02-17-2015 08:48 AM
    top trunk lid
    • Replies: 4
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    04-11-2015 02:44 PM Go to last post
  8. Leveling System?

    I have heard that the Skyliner had an internal leveling system that made the top inoperable if the car was not level. I've been looking around, and...

    Started by jlau, 09-18-2018 07:44 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    09-18-2018 08:38 AM Go to last post
  9. 5 toggle switches?

    I am considering buying a 59 that is 350 miles from home. I have been told that the car is fantastic. The top works. However, the dash control has...

    Started by John R. Thomas, 07-05-2015 10:19 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    07-09-2015 08:26 AM Go to last post
  10. 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
    • Replies: 1
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    07-14-2015 07:35 AM Go to last post
  11. Top on 59 will not retract fully.

    This is a new 59 for me. I bought with an untested top so am working blind here on it's history. I attempted to fully retract today and at first the...

    Started by johnhrich, 06-30-2020 03:49 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,632
    07-02-2020 08:13 AM Go to last post
  12. Apparent dead spot on tray motor - repair or replace?

    I have an apparent dead spot on my '59 tray motor. I have checked the switches and get power and continuity. If I remove the motor and rotate the...

    Started by johnhrich, 11-13-2020 01:31 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    11-14-2020 02:43 PM Go to last post
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. Need lift jack rubber bushing

    I took off the lift jack for repair, and discovered that one side of the rubber bushing where the screw mechanism fits into the floor mounted bracket...

    Started by johnhrich, 07-10-2022 10:53 AM
    • Replies: 0
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    07-10-2022 10:53 AM Go to last post
  16. my roof

    I have a 59 Skyliner that roof goes up perfectly, however will not go past mid point to rest in trunk. Both jack screws goes completely to close but...

    Started by Justice, 11-18-2018 03:39 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    11-19-2018 10:42 AM Go to last post
  17. top

    I am from New Zealand and have just purchased my 1957 Skyliner. Is there a method of operating the top manually if the electrics fail. many thanks...

    Started by kiwiskylineer, 02-26-2015 08:51 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    08-05-2015 12:48 PM Go to last post
  18. roof will not lock down

    The roof on my 57 Skyliner will not lock down properly above the windscreen and is also out of alighement by about 1 inch. Can I adjust the roof on...

    Started by kiwiskylineer, 07-12-2015 05:01 AM
    • Replies: 4
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    07-31-2016 12:10 PM Go to last post
  19. 58 Retractable problems

    Hello I wonder if someone know what’s up with the top of our 58, sometimes the two screws in top of the windshield wont start when I retract the...

    Started by Lars-57, 05-18-2011 11:28 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 7,413
    05-24-2011 12:34 AM Go to last post
  20. jack repairs

    who rebuilds lift and deck jacks?

    Started by leachnash, 04-22-2012 01:04 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 6,065
    07-26-2014 05:44 PM Go to last post

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