718 Spyder Roof Problems
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I would be surprised.
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In contrast I would say that I would not attempt to close mine that way, I always operate the switch while seated in the car, this after over 9 months and dozens of cycles.
Suffice to say that they are all not quite the same in this respect.
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OK, so from this I would say you are giving it a bit of help 'before' you operate the switch...
In contrast I would say that I would not attempt to close mine that way, I always operate the switch while seated in the car, this after over 9 months and dozens of cycles.
Suffice to say that they are all not quite the same in this respect.
In contrast I would say that I would not attempt to close mine that way, I always operate the switch while seated in the car, this after over 9 months and dozens of cycles.
Suffice to say that they are all not quite the same in this respect.
When I’m closing I’m always walking away, so easier to lean in vice sitting back down.
Out of curiosity, why would you “not attempt” to close it that way.
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Also I did get used to that since the 981 Spyder I had, In that car I had some issues but was because some bolts where loose inside and a bit of lubrication was needed. On the 718 Spyder I have just had a rear alignment lid problem but now it's almost gone.
I have never failed to latch the 718 Spyder.
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Same here which is why I use the alternative method I described above. Mine is almost a two person job trying to latch the traditional way.
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It either latches or no hook movement due to distance from header ... never had a skip.
Perhaps mine is just loose. The OM closing Step 11 directs assistance via the handles while commanding closed. Technically that is the designed use/procedure.
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Has anyone else experienced this type of failure? The tensioner snapped at the swivel point. Dealer said $261 for the part and said it may be covered under warranty. Geez I miss the 987.2 top.
Right side is fine.
The top works fine even though the left side is broken.
Right side is fine.
The top works fine even though the left side is broken.
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Need to check mine if you say it isn't interfering with top operation...
This I don't understand? "may be covered by under warranty?"
Why wouldn't it be covered?
This I don't understand? "may be covered by under warranty?"
Why wouldn't it be covered?
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He wasn't certain. I think the guy works for the Audi side of the garage. I'll ask to speak with the Porsche service mgr tomorrow.