C four S

install my hardtop only to find out there are no rear post receivers installed...anybody have them for sale or where should I check for these.....
2004 996 C4S cab.
Thanks,
Brad
Pittsburgh PA

TomF

That would indicate that your car had the hardtop delete option. Since the hardtop was a no-cost option on a cab, I suspect not many deleted it. There is a technical service bulletin on an upgrade to the posts and receivers, so I would make sure that you get the newer version of everything. I have the older mounting system and boy does it rattle. Check with Suncoast for the the parts. IIRC, there is a complete kit that you can get and save a lot.


Cheers,
TomF

fpb111

Read through this thread.
Look at post #23 for difference in old (bayonet) vs new (threaded) fastening hardware.
https://rennlist.com/forums/997-foru...a-997-a-2.html

wyovino

I have the older mounting system and mine doesn't rattle at all. They might just need adjusting.

TomF

I have wondered about that. With my car at 123k, it may just need to be adjusted to compensate for the gradual compression of the seals.

C four S

** Conclusion : thanks to Tom F and fpb111 ...went with Suncoast's upgrade kit .. Just the receivers: dealers said they can get one side only , out of stock on the other side. Now onto a new post about installing diagrams for the receiver.....Merry Christmas

kromdom

in case you need a hardtop stand and cover, I have both for sale.

fpb111

Hard top hoist info
Rennlist thread with multiple homemade hoists

https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...oist-help.html

This is the top hoist that I made for less than $150 to allow me to mount\remove my top by myself.

1. 52" x 3/4 DIA steel pipe
2. Two 45 Deg fittings
3. Two 4" nipples
4. Two 3/4" caps
5. Two 1/4" eye bolts
6. 1 length ea of 3/4" and 1/2"pipe insulation
7. 10' of lightweight welded link chain
8. 6 pcs threaded chain joining links mine are ~5/16"dia (it was a 6 pack card)
9. Two 2 1/2" x 5/16 welded chrome rings
10. if you don't have any buy some 10-12" plastic wire ties while you are there
11. Two sets of bike rack straps - fabric straps with flat vinyl hooks for trunk lid ( Sears or local bike store) $15
12. Harbor Freight 440 lb. electric winch ($89 on sale in store)
1-10 Cost less than $35 total at Home Depot

http://www.harborfreight.com/110-vol...rol-40765.html


Strapworks.com

http://www.strapworks.com/Flat_Hook_Straps_p/fhs1h.htm

Sears
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...u=SPM237857509

1. Screw the pipe bits together to form a "\______/"
2. Drill holes in the pipe cap for the eye bolts. put them together and mount the caps.
3. Cover the pipe assy with the 3/4" foam pipe insulation all of the way to 1/2" past each end. Use wire ties to hold it together.
4. Figure the right length of chain to reach from the center of the top to the eye bolt on one side cut two pieces(leave it a couple links long (or buy another card of *8 above). there will be some left over
5. Using #8 hook the chains to the ring slide the 1/2" pipe foam over the chains put another #8 on the ends
6. Run the straps through one end of a 10" length of chain and tie them off. (Mine had adjustable buckles) put a #8 through the other end to tie to the 2nd ring, cover the chain with 1/2" foam

7. Hang your HF winch; I doubled the lift wire with the extra sheave to slow the lift speed

8. Hook your lifting rings with the straps, chain and padded pipe attached to the winch

9. Put the car under your lift unhook one end of the padded pipe, pass it through the car under the top hook it up and up up and away….

Now you have an electric hoist that allows you to easily mount and remove your top by yourself for about $140

Note: I had some open cell roll bar foam that I used for extra padding under the top edges. I also shortened my chains and added short “training” leashes for 200+ pound dogs. The hooks make it easier to attach to the eyebolts. That is why I have the nylon strap through as a backup.
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