Mazda MX-5 Miata Soft Top Problems

52 messages,  Last post on Aug 06, 2012 at 7:01 AM

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What is this discussion about? Mazda MX-5 Miata, Mazda MAZDASPEED MX-5 Miata, Convertible

#3 of 52 Re: soft top problems [ateixeira] by jrobbin

Mar 20, 2008 (3:38 pm)

Replying to: ateixeira (Mar 20, 2008 12:40 pm)
Thanks for that! I will have a look, but I think my problem may be caused by something else as it jams up in all types of weather! (and has been progressively getting worse). But as I said, thanks.

#4 of 52 Re: soft top problems [jrobbin] by ateixeira

Mar 21, 2008 (6:44 am)

Replying to: jrobbin (Mar 20, 2008 3:38 pm)
You're welcome. Maybe also dab some lithium grease on the joints of the top's frame (very carefully).

#5 of 52 Re: soft top problems [jrobbin] by manybmws

May 13, 2008 (5:33 pm)

Replying to: jrobbin (Mar 20, 2008 3:38 pm)
I have the same problem with my 2006 GT and cloth top. I usually bring it forward then push back again. Would be nice to eliminate though.

#6 of 52 Re: soft top problems [manybmws] by jrobbin

May 15, 2008 (1:53 pm)

Replying to: manybmws (May 13, 2008 5:33 pm)
I took the car into the garage and they showed me that if you push in at the point above the window in the middle of the roof as it is going down, it usually goes down quite easily! (it does sometimes need a little bit persuading, though!!).

#7 of 52 Re: soft top problems [jrobbin] by manybmws

May 16, 2008 (11:57 am)

Replying to: jrobbin (May 15, 2008 1:53 pm)
thanks, I'll give it a try.

#8 of 52 Drain holes by sownby

May 29, 2008 (8:27 am)

I found about gallons of water in my floor yesterday and was told by a dealer the drain holes were glogged. Not covered by warrenty.Can anyone tell me where the drain holes are and how to unglog them.

#9 of 52 Re: Drain holes [sownby] by jrobbin

May 29, 2008 (8:33 am)

Replying to: sownby (May 29, 2008 8:27 am)
we had exactly the same problem - found out when car started to smell! drain holes being clogged were the problem, as you said. will send you a message later when can tell you exactly how to uclog them! (talk to my husband first).

#10 of 52 Re: soft top problems [jrobbin] by pjhaynes

Jun 11, 2008 (7:57 am)

Replying to: jrobbin (Mar 19, 2008 2:18 pm)
We just got a '99 SE. As top goes back, we lift the forward section of the top skyward and the top seems to fold down more readily.

#11 of 52 Re: Drain holes [jrobbin] by ncrisis

Jul 11, 2008 (3:22 pm)

Replying to: jrobbin (May 29, 2008 8:33 am)
When (and if) you find out the answer to the "drain hole" problem, I'd sure appreciate hearing about it. Thanks!!!

#12 of 52 Reattaching Soft Top Frame Problems by wlj

Jul 19, 2008 (3:02 pm)

I am embarased to admit this, but I have a '91 Miata that I have had for years. I have replaced the top before, but someone else did it. I wanted to to it myself this time, since the cost was $1,000. I took the frame off in the Spring, did not take pictures, and now I am trying to re-attach the frame and I cannot get the holes to line up. I don't remember what it looked like when I took it off. Maybe there was another piece that attaches between the frame and the car? I don't have any extra pieces. Can someone help me? Thanks!
WLJ
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