Convertible top bottom corners

[theranman]

I look for a thread on this I promise... the convertible top on my recently acquired spider is in good shape. Almost new I'm sure... on the outside, the bottom corners that go over the the metal lip, they have a tendency to want to pull off a little bit. I'm sure there's a way to Snug these up I just haven't been able to find out yet
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[spidernut]

Can you post a photo? I'm not sure of where it is having the problem. Is it along the back near the rear window, along the sides???

[theranman]

I will as soon as I can figure out how. Now I'm having starter issues. Everyday is a new adventure it's along the sides at the corner by the quarter windows. Top wants to pull away from that metal lip.

[DieselSpider]

I will as soon as I can figure out how. Now I'm having starter issues. Everyday is a new adventure it's along the sides at the corner by the quarter windows. Top wants to pull away from that metal lip.

Are the tension cables installed in all the clips and set taught? Typically those issues occur when the cables were left out.

[theranman]

I did see some cables that were somewhat loose around the back area today, however I've fallen into the wonderful world of starter problems and electrical issues. Ugh

[DieselSpider]

I did see some cables that were somewhat loose around the back area today, however I've fallen into the wonderful world of starter problems and electrical issues. Ugh

I went down that route last year and solved my dying starters by putting a relay in to power the starter solenoid. The solenoid on a starter can draw well over 10 amps through the ignition switch. Mine was not getting enough current through the switch and old wiring so the solenoid was heating and burning out and since the solenoid was not getting enough current to fully engage the starter drive along the contacts to power the starter motor the starter motor also burned out as collateral damage. Putting a relay to power the starter from a fused line directly off the battery takes 10 to 15 amps load off the ignition switch when starting and can greatly help prolong the life of the ignition switch, starter solenoid and starter motor.

Everything required to do this is available at your local auto parts store for about $10 to $15.