Orni,
To get your top material (the inner headliner cloth and the outer convertible top) is not a job for a first timer, and is quite involved. You'll need a convertible top specialist shop to remove it without doing the materials any damage.
I've been working on cars for over 50 years, fixed many convertible top systems, and I will do my own top if it becomes necessary some day ... but it even intimidates me somewhat because its so intricate, and I have the complete Factory Service Manual for the car to follow.
You are getting good advice from your guy who says he'll tackle the job if you get the top material off the frame. It will make it so much easier to repair your issue this way. He's on target and I would follow his advice.
Good Luck and keep us posted.
Gene
NoseRider,
Watched your video. WOW!! That slams down waaaay too hard. I suspect (but don't know for sure) that your 5th bow bungee cords have broken/disconnected/stretched beyond their ability to slow the ram pushing the bow down. It is possible that the top computer is overpowering the the rams on that 5th bow.
I'd suggest fixing your bracket problem first, and then have Nissan put their Consult (fancy laptop that checks systems and resets them) on the car and check out the top electrics and hydraulics after you check out the 5th bow bungee cords to see if they are up to snuff.
Yeah it'll be some money, but still less than a whole new top assembly.
Good Luck and keep us posted.
Gene
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