Hello roadster owners, hope I can help you a with malfunctioning convertible tops

OldGuyFla · 05-20-2016, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gr8-wrx

Klaus, do you have any of the trim pieces? On my ZR, the upper part of the rubber trim piece that the side window touches became a little pinched, so it wore through a bit.

Edit: I did a quick search on courtesy parts and it looks like the weatherstrip is part number 76861-1ET0A for the driver side. Does anyone know if this is correct and how easy is this to replace myself? Thanks

It looks like what you might need for replacement procedures can be found here. Go to page RF-62 to start.
Hope this helps.

http://www.nicoclub.com/FSM/370Z/Coupe/2010/RF.pdf

gr8-wrx · 05-20-2016, 11:29 AM

Thanks, OldGuyFla, this is very helpful!

husam.ak · 01-27-2017, 11:39 AM

Hi Klaus

Would you please help me to solve soft top issue ?!
the soft top will open from the back then little bit from the front and when it start moving back it will stop but I can hear the soft top motor trying to pull it back but without any success . If I push it back using my hand it will complete the opening normally , and complete opening I can close it normally after that too.

After many try in same way it may start open without my support then next day it will back to same problem.

I can record a video if needed..

Awaiting your reply which is really appreciated.

Thanks a lot in advance.

Husam

suzook · 02-09-2017, 04:55 PM

I could use some help. sending you a PM

littlejuanito · 02-09-2017, 05:06 PM

Nissan should have made a simple top like the one in the Miata

Bruce Leslie · 03-13-2017, 08:05 PM

Hi I have a 2011 roadster that the roof failed due to a leaking lower left main lift cylinder ( which was caused by the tape being wraped around end of cylinder which shaft clevis pushed the tape into the seal). I contacted Klaus @ Top Hydraulics and ordered both left and right cylinders. I followed the sevice manual (link below). You had to lift roof unit out but did not disconect pump or electric cables and rested on timber to access lower cylinders. It took about 6 hours to complete and replace what oil was left. Nissan Australia wanted to charge me $19000 AU to replace the whole system. Thanks to Klaus and other members of this forum for information they have supplied. Also see photos below.
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Factory Service Manuals - NICO Club

Bruce N.S.W Australia

Duster · 03-30-2017, 02:38 PM

Klaus,

My top is working -I hope it continues for sometime. Great to read your post.

Thanks again,

Zrider79 · 05-04-2017, 06:00 PM

Awesome wish you were in Florida !

Zrider79 · 05-09-2017, 07:57 PM

Question there is two nuts that have a plastic cover, if they are missing you hear squeaking, where do I get new ones, is there a part # for those little guys. Also there is a padding that goes in front of top near driver and passenger. This pad has dislodged on drivers side. Feels like it was glued on

OldGuyFla · 05-10-2017, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zrider79

Question there is two nuts that have a plastic cover, if they are missing you hear squeaking, where do I get new ones, is there a part # for those little guys. Also there is a padding that goes in front of top near driver and passenger. This pad has dislodged on drivers side. Feels like it was glued on

Can you get a photo of what two nuts you are talking about?

Zrider79 · 05-11-2017, 09:49 PM

I found them, they are 5 each, I'll see if I can find a pick

Ericbo101 · 05-18-2017, 09:15 PM

Hello Klaus
Love my 370z roadster, the convertible top is functioning great
But I have the warning light on (not closed or open correctly)
I suppose it is just the switch ... ?
If you or anybody else has the experience, advices most welcome !
So thank you Eric

mrthomr · 07-22-2017, 10:27 AM

I would like to give a shout out to Klaus Witt at TopHydraulics. My top malfunctioned a while back and the driver side cylinder broke. The shaft separated from the joint. They did a great job at reconditioning. Top notch vendor. I would recommend.

OldGuyFla · 07-22-2017, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrthomr

I would like to give a shout out to Klaus Witt at TopHydraulics. My top malfunctioned a while back and the driver side cylinder broke. The shaft separated from the joint. They did a great job at reconditioning. Top notch vendor. I would recommend.

Great news!

sourcekf · 03-13-2018, 09:17 PM

Hello Klaus,

I am having problems with my top opening. Both top and bottom opens. As the top begins to set down and store in it stops. If I act as if I am closing it back resetting then open again the sensor activates and closes. Seems I am having a sensor issue. Any ideas on how to fix this? I would appreciate any help you can offer?

Thanks!

05-20-2016, 11:29 AM	#17 (permalink)
gr8-wrx Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 607 Drives: 10 370z Roadster 7AT Rep Power: 15	Thanks, OldGuyFla, this is very helpful! __________________ Me: 2022 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Double-Cab SB, 2023 Toyota Corolla Wifey: 2013 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD Weekends: 2010 Nissan 370z Roadster

02-09-2017, 05:06 PM	#20 (permalink)
littlejuanito Track Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Sherman Oaks, CA Posts: 812 Drives: 2014 Touring Sport Rep Power: 418	Nissan should have made a simple top like the one in the Miata __________________ Fast Intentions Non-Resonated Carbon Fiber CBE \| Berk Non-Resonated HFC \| Powertrix Coilovers \| RJM Clutch Pedal \| LatheWerks Shift Knob \| Stillen Sway Bars, \|SPL Parts \| Enkei RS05RR \| Fujimura Diffuser \| Ecutek Tuned by Seb \| 308whp

03-13-2017, 08:05 PM	#21 (permalink)
Bruce Leslie Base Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: newcastle NSW Australia Posts: 2 Drives: 2011 370z roadster Rep Power: 8	Hi I have a 2011 roadster that the roof failed due to a leaking lower left main lift cylinder ( which was caused by the tape being wraped around end of cylinder which shaft clevis pushed the tape into the seal). I contacted Klaus @ Top Hydraulics and ordered both left and right cylinders. I followed the sevice manual (link below). You had to lift roof unit out but did not disconect pump or electric cables and rested on timber to access lower cylinders. It took about 6 hours to complete and replace what oil was left. Nissan Australia wanted to charge me $19000 AU to replace the whole system. Thanks to Klaus and other members of this forum for information they have supplied. Also see photos below. IMG1z (Large).JPG IMG20170227185729 (Large).jpg IMG20170301195040 (Large).jpg IMG20170227185612 (Large).jpg Factory Service Manuals - NICO Club Bruce N.S.W Australia Bummer, Spoiler and OldGuyFla like this.

03-30-2017, 02:38 PM	#22 (permalink)
Duster Base Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 26 Drives: 2013 370z roadster Rep Power: 10	Klaus -Thanks for the write up. Klaus, My top is working -I hope it continues for sometime. Great to read your post. Thanks again, Spoiler likes this.

05-04-2017, 06:00 PM	#23 (permalink)
Zrider79 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Pensacola florida Posts: 679 Drives: 2010 Rep Power: 15	Awesome wish you were in Florida ! __________________ 2010 Monterey blue roadster Z Touring. Blk interior. g3,fast intentions exhaust,more to come. RIP 05 Silverstone 350z roadster mild N/A build.

01-27-2017, 11:39 AM	#18 (permalink)
husam.ak Base Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: UAE Posts: 1 Drives: Nissan 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 8	Hi Klaus Would you please help me to solve soft top issue ?! the soft top will open from the back then little bit from the front and when it start moving back it will stop but I can hear the soft top motor trying to pull it back but without any success . If I push it back using my hand it will complete the opening normally , and complete opening I can close it normally after that too. After many try in same way it may start open without my support then next day it will back to same problem. I can record a video if needed.. Awaiting your reply which is really appreciated. Thanks a lot in advance. Husam

02-09-2017, 04:55 PM	#19 (permalink)
suzook Base Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Orlando Posts: 39 Drives: Nissan 370Z convert Rep Power: 9	I could use some help. sending you a PM

05-09-2017, 07:57 PM	#24 (permalink)
Zrider79 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Pensacola florida Posts: 679 Drives: 2010 Rep Power: 15	Question there is two nuts that have a plastic cover, if they are missing you hear squeaking, where do I get new ones, is there a part # for those little guys. Also there is a padding that goes in front of top near driver and passenger. This pad has dislodged on drivers side. Feels like it was glued on __________________ 2010 Monterey blue roadster Z Touring. Blk interior. g3,fast intentions exhaust,more to come. RIP 05 Silverstone 350z roadster mild N/A build.

05-11-2017, 09:49 PM	#26 (permalink)
Zrider79 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Pensacola florida Posts: 679 Drives: 2010 Rep Power: 15	I found them, they are 5 each, I'll see if I can find a pick OldGuyFla likes this. __________________ 2010 Monterey blue roadster Z Touring. Blk interior. g3,fast intentions exhaust,more to come. RIP 05 Silverstone 350z roadster mild N/A build.

05-18-2017, 09:15 PM	#27 (permalink)
Ericbo101 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: California Posts: 2 Drives: 15 370Z Rep Power: 9	Roof warning light on (but working fine) Hello Klaus Love my 370z roadster, the convertible top is functioning great But I have the warning light on (not closed or open correctly) I suppose it is just the switch ... ? If you or anybody else has the experience, advices most welcome ! So thank you Eric

03-13-2018, 09:17 PM	#30 (permalink)
sourcekf Base Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2 Drives: 2010 Black Cherry Rep Power: 10	Hello Klaus, I am having problems with my top opening. Both top and bottom opens. As the top begins to set down and store in it stops. If I act as if I am closing it back resetting then open again the sensor activates and closes. Seems I am having a sensor issue. Any ideas on how to fix this? I would appreciate any help you can offer? Thanks!

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