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mgwhiz
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-- 09-01-2022 @ 3:28 PM
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Recently, I put the top on my '46 down, took a drive with a car full of grandchildren, but could not put the top back up at the end of the ride. When inspecting the solenoid under the dash, it appears there is a loose wire in the vicinity (just above) the solenoid. Could this be a source of the problem? The wire appears to come through the firewall in the vicinity of the regulator. Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the top solenoid? Can the top be raised manually in case I cannot fix the problem? I certainly would like to raise the top before the Oregon rainy season begins.
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flathead48
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-- 09-03-2022 @ 4:23 AM
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If my memory serves me correctly that wire goes to the diverter under the dash. There is another post on that diverter that goes to a 30 amp circuit breaker you might want to check there for your problem. I would not try to raise that top by hand with cylinders hooked. It would be a terrible strain on your frame & especially the front wood bow.
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supereal
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-- 09-05-2022 @ 11:14 AM
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The top can be operated by hand if you disconnect the cylinders from the top irons . I have tried to post how I replaced the system in my '47 convertible, but this site will not receive it. I will try again later.
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mgwhiz
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-- 09-07-2022 @ 11:07 AM
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Thanks Flathead48 and Superreal. Both suggestions are very helpful. I will let you know the project outcome.
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