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Convertible Top Not In Limit Position

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YOUR RESEARCHConvertible Top Not In Limit Position

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Use "stapler" method....next time i will

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I used the "stapler" method....next time I will use Don's or what Schwinn indicated as I didn't know about the strap method before doing mine.
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I actually spent more time cleaning dust from the hidden areas than making the adjustment.
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The most common issue is the stretch band that pulls the top in when closing - this wears out or could be torn.
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I actually spent more time cleaning dust from the hidden areas than making the adjustment.
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Gotta run for the moment, but wanted to give a quick update and express my appreciation.
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I saw this same thing happen about three years ago on another Boxster I was taking for a test drive.
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I actually spent more time cleaning dust from the hidden areas than making the adjustment.
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Gotta run for the moment, but wanted to give a quick update and express my appreciation.
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I saw this same thing happen about three years ago on another Boxster I was taking for a test drive.
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Use "stapler" method....next time i will

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I used the "stapler" method....next time I will use Don's or what Schwinn indicated as I didn't know about the strap method before doing mine.
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Use stretching straps

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Some are complicated (requires stitching), some are easier (stapling), and others even use stretching straps from mattresses (holds the sheets on the corners of the bed) - that's what I did on mine.
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stretch band

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The most common issue is the stretch band that pulls the top in when closing - this wears out or could be torn.
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POST 1Original post

I have seen this message twice in recent weeks when raising the top after a drive. In both cases, this is what I have seen on an external inspection. Cycling the top again results in normal closure. I saw this same thing happen about three years ago on another Boxster I was taking for a test drive. If anyone can point me in the direction of a fix, I would greatly appreciate it. This is a 2011 987.2. I love this car, and want to keep everything in proper working order.

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The most common issue is the stretch band that pulls the top in when closing - this wears out or could be torn. There are plenty of posts here about how to fix this easily. Some are complicated (requires stitching), some are easier (stapling), and others even use stretching straps from mattresses (holds the sheets on the corners of the bed) - that's what I did on mine. Two clips (one on each end), and a stretch band... done.

POST 3Original post

Check this out - I used the "stapler" method....next time I will use Don's or what Schwinn indicated as I didn't know about the strap method before doing mine.

POST 4Original post

Not to worry, @A&Mengineer81 - This is a pretty easy fix but make sure to do it before potentially damaging the rubber covered cables when closing as above -- that's not replaceable. I did mine in my '10 Boxster (do a quick search - @deilenberger 's fix is easy) last year I think - and just advanced the button to the next level or two so it won't catch. With our soft tops, the elastics stretch over time while the canvas top tightens - leading to issues like these. Let us know how you get on with the repair.

POST 5Original post

Thanks for all the help folks. I just got home and had about 20 minutes free. Got one side adjusted. Will do the other in the morning, and give it a test run or three. Gotta run for the moment, but wanted to give a quick update and express my appreciation. Cheers!

POST 6Original post

Success. This morning I finished the project. The elastic was actually in good condition. There are four pieces that pull the top toward center. This is the right side. The long piece is stitched to the flap on the left side of the photo, and the smaller piece is in the center. You can see the T15 screw has been moved one slot over. I did this to each of the four straps. Optimum position for access seemed to be with the top retracted about 27" back from the windshield frame. I actually spent more time cleaning dust from the hidden areas than making the adjustment. Hopefully it will be a trouble-free top-down summer.

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