Convertible Top

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

Hey Jarrod,

Maybe you can help out with this?

This one would fit my 01 V6 vert right?

http://www.latemodelrestoration.com/...t-Rear-Defrost

How can you tell if it's the motor or hydraulic that is messed up for the top guys?

I can unlock the top...and use it and it pulls it completely back and I just have to push it down slightly to seal completely down. But when I try to lift it back up from the down position, I hear the gear turning sound (like the motor maybe is trying but hydraulic isn't lifting???) but the top doesn't move for anything. Ideas? I don't know how to tell which is wrong.

Hydraulic would be much easier lol
http://www.latemodelrestoration.com/...onvertible-Top

Or the motor:
Additionally would a motor from a 95 fit the 01? Is it 94-04 pretty much the same?

http://www.latemodelrestoration.com/...ible-Top-Motor

Jarrod@latemodel · Aug 1, 2013

That top will not work. That top is for the 03-04 Cobras. You will need this top. http://www.latemodelrestoration.com/item/ET-CT6-BLK/01-04-Mustang-Black-Convertible-Top

The motor will not work either. I am showing specific part numbers for the 94-98 and 99-04 motors. The link you posted is for the correct motor though. Its the 99-04 motor.

I would check everything out if I were you. It could be just a cylinder that has lost pressure and needs to be swapped. I would think the top motor is still good if you can hear it run.

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

Jarrod@latemodel said:
That top will not work. That top is for the 03-04 Cobras. You will need this top. http://www.latemodelrestoration.com/item/ET-CT6-BLK/01-04-Mustang-Black-Convertible-Top

The motor will not work either. I am show specific part numbers for the 94-98 and 99-04 motors. The link you posted is for the correct motor though. Its the 99-04 motor.

I would check everything out if I were you. It could be just a cylinder that has lost pressure and needs to be swapped. I would think the top motor is still good if you can hear it run.

And why exactly won't the part work? I know of many people that put the 03-04 cover (cloth) on their cars. Just because the part number doesn't show a specific model, doesn't mean it won't fit...sort of an upgrade. The 03-04 cobra frame of the top, from my knowledge wasn't structurally different than any 99-04 Vert. Just like my 95 V6....I got the FR500 Steering wheel....swapped out perfectly fine...but if you try to cross reference part #'s obviously it will say it's ONLY for the FR500. Same goes with Saleen Bumpers, Cobra hoods, etc

As for the motor, I don't see a difference either in the images at least..how they hook up, etc.

How would I check if it's the cylinder? Yes I can still hear it running...buy maybe hydraulic?

Jarrod@latemodel · Aug 1, 2013

Sorry, I worded that wrong. I was thinking you were looking for just a replacement top. Will the top fit (physically) yes, no doubt. I haven't heard or seen anyone consider it an upgrade.

The images are the same for both pictures since we never took a picture of the 99-04 motor. The picture you see is for the 94-98. The plug is different for the 99-04. Right now, no one is making the correct plug (aftermarket wise). The reason I have 2 different part numbers is because we are still buying Ford OEM top motors for the 99-04. Technically, the motor is the same, but the plugs are different.

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

Jarrod@latemodel said:
Sorry, I worded that wrong. I was thinking you were looking for just a replacement top. Will the top fit (physically) yes, no doubt. I haven't heard or seen anyone consider it an upgrade.

The images are the same for both pictures since we never took a picture of the 99-04 motor. The picture you see is for the 94-98. The plug is different for the 99-04. Right now, no one is making the correct plug (aftermarket wise). The reason I have 2 different part numbers is because we are still buying Ford OEM top motors for the 99-04. Technically, the motor is the same, but the plugs are different.

Well based on the material (cloth) that it is...it is DEFINITELY an upgrade lol

So motor needs to match 99-04 darn it

Jarrod@latemodel · Aug 1, 2013

Correct, unless you want to cut yours off and splice it into the 94-98 motor.

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

Hmmm, splicing is pretty easy actually

Jarrod@latemodel · Aug 1, 2013

The only down side, you lose your warranty when splicing. This is the reason we carry two different part numbers.

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

warranty on your part....but i was considering getting a used 95 one and splicing. I wouldn't get a 94-98 brand new instead of 99-04 brand new..that's just crazy lol

Jarrod@latemodel · Aug 1, 2013

lol, I hear ya. Correct, the warranty from our product.

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

But you think if I hear the hmmming sound that the motor is good, but it could be the hydraulic?

Jarrod@latemodel · Aug 1, 2013

It could be the hydraulic cylinder. Hose might be busted or have a pin hole in it, you also might have air in the hose. It could be a few different things.

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

Jarrod@latemodel said:
It could be the hydraulic cylinder. Hose might be busted or have a pin hole in it, you also might have air in the hose. It could be a few different things.

And it could be my tires are underinflated...but really now LOL

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

Ok so after doing some talking with upholstery shops, I need a new glass curtain...not the entire top. Damn it...you carry that part?

Jarrod@latemodel · Aug 1, 2013

AutoBadges said:
And it could be my tires are underinflated...but really now LOL

True. Unfortunately I can't honestly tell you what the actually problem is since I haven't seen or worked on the car. I can only go off of other problems I have had in the past that sound like yours.

AutoBadges said:
Ok so after doing some talking with upholstery shops, I need a new glass curtain...not the entire top. Damn it...you carry that part?

Here it is without defrost http://www.latemodelrestoration.com...ack-Convertible-Glass-Window-With-Out-Defrost
With defrost http://www.latemodelrestoration.com...g-Black-Convertible-Glass-Window-With-Defrost

MustangChris · Aug 1, 2013

thanks for your help on this Jarrod.

Glad to have you rockin' it out as a sponsor!

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

Jarrod@latemodel said:
True. Unfortunately I can't honestly tell you what the actually problem is since I haven't seen or worked on the car. I can only go off of other problems I have had in the past that sound like yours.

Here it is without defrost http://www.latemodelrestoration.com...ack-Convertible-Glass-Window-With-Out-Defrost
With defrost http://www.latemodelrestoration.com...g-Black-Convertible-Glass-Window-With-Defrost

So when you had the issue similar...what solved it?

Def defroster on it

Jarrod@latemodel · Aug 1, 2013

Not sure. I have never owned a convertible myself.

I have helped customers over the phone from when I worked in sales. Each problem is a little different. Your hoses might be busted, but the next guy that might ask about it will have air in his lines. One guy might call up and order the entire kit and replace everything so he doesnt have to try and track down one problem.
Me personally, I would rather find the problem at hand and fix it.

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

Jarrod@latemodel said:
Not sure. I have never owned a convertible myself.

I have helped customers over the phone from when I worked in sales. Each problem is a little different. Your hoses might be busted, but the next guy that might ask about it will have air in his lines. One guy might call up and order the entire kit and replace everything so he doesnt have to try and track down one problem.
Me personally, I would rather find the problem at hand and fix it.

I would too I like to troubleshoot. Unfortunately I don't know the components to troubleshoot them

AutoBadges · Aug 1, 2013

What is the warranty on this window portion? If I get it installed and it starts to tear will LMR pay for the removal and reinstallation of a new one or am I SOL?