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  1. eisenbud
    Maurice, this is a follow-up to confirm successful repair of the top problem by replacing the left side flex cable. While at it I also replaced the right side cable. All along I tried to determine the cause of failure. Here's my take: Lack of pivot point lubrication caused the left side to "freeze" half way up while the motor was running and caused flex cable to break. I had a tough time getting the pivot disconnected and after I replaced the flex cables I greased the pivots as well as the track on both sides. Everything moved freely and the pivots could be engaged/disengaged with minimal force. (using a 2' breaker bar made removal of the trans bolts easy) Regards, Bud
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    Maurice, used a breaker bar and got the bolt off. Cable was twisted alright but trans seems to be ok. Ordered a set of cables to replace the other side as well. So far so good... Thanks again, Bud
  3. eisenbud
    Maurice thanks for the info. Checked the cable and it had disintegrated at the motor. Managed to pull the square driver out. I removed cable sheeting and attached drill, looks like cable is twisted since there was no movement at transmission. Suppose I have to remove v-lever to get the cable out on the trans side. Is it ok to just remove the bolt or do I need to worry about anything internal, ie, hold the v-lever in place as the bolt is removed? I plan on getting a replacement cable and than check the trans again. Best, Bud
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    I may need to do so as well, are there any instructions available on "how to"? Also, any idea how to check the transmission and flex shaft?
  5. eisenbud
    :eek: In the process of lowering the top it got stuck about 2/3 down. I disconnected the pivot arms, manually checked movement of the top which was fine. However the compartment cover was difficult to move and I also had a hard time getting the push rod pivot off. I lubed the track, now cover slides freely. With linkages disconnected I operated the convertible top switch. Motor and right side transmission seem to be ok but no rotation/movement on left (drivers) side. How best to determine what the problem is on the drivers side? Transmission and/or flexible shaft or other cause? I'm new at this so any help is greatly appreciated.
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