My rear window latch keeps popping lose, causing the window to slam down sometimes. Is it new latch time, or is there an ajustment that can be made? Don't want to smash my glass, I only drive it top down now, it's a bitch in the rain.
Thanks,
Jeff
VERT REAR WINDOW LATCH
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Ghiaddict
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Hi Jeff,
An adjustment can be made at the rear bulkhead, where the convertible rear glass hinges are bolted to the body. You'll notice that the mounting holes are elongated in the hinges so that the position of the glass rear window can be shifted forward or back in relation to the opening in the top and the fixed position of the latch on the rear top bow.
It might take some trial and error adjustments to get a better fit, but I suspect the glass may need to be moved "forward" by raising the position of the hinges on the bulkhead. Also, all hardware that passes THROUGH the rear glass should have rubber bushings installed so that metal parts do not bear directly on the glass and any loose fit is eliminated.
Inspect your chrome latch carefully, too. If there are cracks in the latch or very loose pivot points, it may be time for a new one.
Don't let that window slam down too many times or it could be a disaster!
There should also be 2 rubber stops on either side of the hinge covers (down low, towards the rear) that the glass rests on when opened. These can also serve to cushion the blow if the rear window glass opens unexpectedly.
An adjustment can be made at the rear bulkhead, where the convertible rear glass hinges are bolted to the body. You'll notice that the mounting holes are elongated in the hinges so that the position of the glass rear window can be shifted forward or back in relation to the opening in the top and the fixed position of the latch on the rear top bow.
It might take some trial and error adjustments to get a better fit, but I suspect the glass may need to be moved "forward" by raising the position of the hinges on the bulkhead. Also, all hardware that passes THROUGH the rear glass should have rubber bushings installed so that metal parts do not bear directly on the glass and any loose fit is eliminated.
Inspect your chrome latch carefully, too. If there are cracks in the latch or very loose pivot points, it may be time for a new one.
Don't let that window slam down too many times or it could be a disaster!
There should also be 2 rubber stops on either side of the hinge covers (down low, towards the rear) that the glass rests on when opened. These can also serve to cushion the blow if the rear window glass opens unexpectedly.
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julietgahan
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Furbo
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My vert originally had the glass and the seal was a constant source of leaking and frustration. When I replaced the top, I put on one with the cheapo plastic window in the back. I'ts not 'original', but it looks OK, doesn't leak, and I now have more cargo space with the top down (important transporting two kids to the beach!). I kept the glass for another time.
TJ
TJ
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neugart1@bellsoth.net
rear glass latch
The problem is that the lousy die cast material wears out on the locking detail portion of the latch and it will not stay close or/and the two pivot braket arms break or wear at the pin hinges. I rebuild mine using steel inserts on the locking detail portion of the lach and one new alum. arm. I also made a clip type retainer before I fix the latch that works. Would be nice if there was a new one available but please don't let your glass break.
jose
jose