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996 Targa Problem

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YOUR RESEARCH996 Targa Problem

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Replace these and if so how difficult is it

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Has anyone got any experience of replacing these and if so how difficult is it to replace?

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Run through it (it's the n/s one)

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All that's left is the top channel with the pocket that has a cable running through it (it's the N/S one):

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Replace these and if so how difficult is it

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Has anyone got any experience of replacing these and if so how difficult is it to replace?

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996 Targa Problem

Run through it (it's the n/s one)

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All that's left is the top channel with the pocket that has a cable running through it (it's the N/S one):

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Was wondering if anyone could offer me advice with a small cosmetic issue I have with my 996 Targa . One of the nylon 'curtains' that slide down the C pillar had become jammed so I've had to remove most of it to ensure the roof can still slide back. All that's left is the top channel with the pocket that has a cable running through it (it's the N/S one): http://www.scuderiacarparts.com/part/porsche/[phone removed]-carrera/99656291100/cover/130-471-19608-520280-124643.html Has anyone got any experience of replacing these and if so how difficult is it to replace? One specialist I spoke to suggested 16 hours labour (ie dropping the frame!), another a minimum of 6 as it's fiddly, given the cable needs to be threaded through. Is it DIY-able with modest skills?? Would rather spend a bag of sand on something more exciting than a curtain! Thanks Colin

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Good Afternoon l have the same problem with my 2002 996.2 Targa have you found a way of rectifying the near side Curtain problems like yourself l have disconnected it from the carrier and pushed it down to the bottom of track , the roof and sunshade opening and closing work perfectly except the cable hangs down when roof is open. Thanks Bill.

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