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Old 01-27-2012, 01:14 PM
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I haven't had to deal with an issue like this, since I had a new 87' Mustang GT w/ T-Tops! lol

What is the remedy for the Targa, grease the insertion points?
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I haven't had to deal with an issue like this, since I had a new 87' Mustang GT w/ T-Tops! lol

What is the remedy for the Targa, grease the insertion points?
Assuming your top is fitted properly, the seals are not worn,

we have used 3M silicone paste for many years on the seals, front and rear pins.

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Originally Posted by 1986 Targa
Assuming your top is fitted properly, the seals are not worn,

we have used 3M silicone for many years on the seals, front and rear pins.

Good luck,

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Thanks Gerry, all seems up to scuff, so I will try the 3M!
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While I don't often put my top on, it doesn't squeak when I do. Silicone seems to make sense.
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Silicone lubricating spray, not silicone caulking .
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Silicone lubricating spray, not silicone caulking .
You're sure?
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hey not to threadjack but i was inspecting mine for this very issue and noticed one of the rear pins had coroded and broken off. can these be purchased
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Besides silicon spray on the pins/insertion point, I periodically rub Vaseline onto the rear seals which have kept them in great shape for 30+ years and 220,000+ miles!
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Thanks Gerry, all seems up to scuff, so I will try the 3M!
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