How is your top

alcheng · 03-15-2016, 07:00 PM

'11 roadster...

they replaced the top once because of the hole, that was within the 2nd year when they still have the comprehensive warranty.

another hole last year, on the driver side and passenger side also shows sign of "thinning"..

dealer doesn't want to do anything even I've purchased the extended warranty...

anyway, patched those area on both sides, nothing happen since...

last summer the sensor that is under the top-lid gave up, costed CAD$1400 all together.

otherwise, it's been good.

FLUJOKE · 03-19-2016, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Spoiler

'15 Roadster here with 8800 miles on it. I've only owned it since the end of December and have only opened the top a dozen times or so... So far no problems, but am certainly interested in seeing the comments from anyone who has more miles/time on theirs...

-Spoiler

Drive the roadster like it's meant to be. Top up and down constantly for me unless it was raining. If it was cold I had heated seats. If it was hot it was drive faster and AC heats. Put it through the trials and see if anything happens this way it's covered now and not after warranty is up.

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Spoiler · 03-20-2016, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by FLUJOKE

Drive the roadster .... Put it through the trials and see if anything happens this way it's covered now and not after warranty is up.

Good point... I see what you mean...

OldGuyFla · 03-21-2016, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by FLUJOKE

Drive the roadster like it's meant to be. Top up and down constantly for me unless it was raining. If it was cold I had heated seats. If it was hot it was drive faster and AC heats. Put it through the trials and see if anything happens this way it's covered now and not after warranty is up.

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That's what I do, If it's not raining the top is down. I want it to break before 3 yrs. old if it is going to.

mikeshay · 04-20-2019, 07:06 PM

I have a 2010 I bought new , never had any top problems until late last summer the lid hit the roof bow a couple times then one time I heard a loud snap roof wouldn't close, ran it to the dealer , one of the frame brackets had broke free, no fix 12gran for a new roof, 3rd one they had seen like that last summer all 2010s now I have a convertible that is totally useless looks like I'm going to get a hardtop for it cars not worth putting 12g into plus labour to install it

mikeshay · 04-20-2019, 07:08 PM

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I have a 2010 I bought new , never had any top problems until late last summer the lid hit the roof bow a couple times then one time I heard a loud snap roof wouldn't close, ran it to the dealer , one of the frame brackets had broke free, no fix 12gran for a new roof, 3rd one they had seen like that last summer all 2010s now I have a convertible that is totally useless looks like I'm going to get a hardtop for it cars not worth putting 12g into plus labour to install it

mikeshay · 12-20-2022, 08:16 AM

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I have a 2010 I bought new , never had any top problems until late last summer the lid hit the roof bow a couple times then one time I heard a loud snap roof wouldn't close, ran it to the dealer , one of the frame brackets had broke free, no fix 12gran for a new roof, 3rd one they had seen like that last summer all 2010s now I have a convertible that is totally useless looks like I'm going to get a hardtop for it cars not worth putting 12g into plus labour to install it

Can you use it manually

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10MPlayer · 06-29-2016, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by T-MAC

2010 w/ 34k miles. I have had the vehicle for about 6 months now and I have been working with the dealer for the past 3 months trying to fix issues with the decklid hitting the top when opening. So far they have tried making adjustments to the left and right "adjuster bolts" along with replacing the straps in the top itself. Going back in for the 4th trip next weekend and hoping they can either get it sorted out or replace the entire top assembly under the extended warranty I purchased (thankfully). Quite frustrating but otherwise love the car.

I had trouble with the rubber wearing on the passenger side. They brought out a factory tech to do the adjustments. The fix required a new top. No problems since. 2012 with 18,000 mi. Did your dealer bring in the factory rep? They should have apparently.

skull · 07-01-2016, 10:44 AM

My top rubs when putting it up or down. From reading here, it sounds like it is a common problem. I'm thinking there should be a way to adjust it but don't want to screw it up worse than it is. Also, when I put it up, I hear a loud pop when the top stretches out to reach the back. Is this normal? The pop sounds loud inside the car but doesn't sound loud outside.

Here's a video so you can see what I am talking about:

https://youtu.be/QGI_vDHZu0Y

OldGuyFla · 07-01-2016, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by skull

My top rubs when putting it up or down. From reading here, it sounds like it is a common problem. I'm thinking there should be a way to adjust it but don't want to screw it up worse than it is. Also, when I put it up, I hear a loud pop when the top stretches out to reach the back. Is this normal? The pop sounds loud inside the car but doesn't sound loud outside.

Here's a video so you can see what I am talking about:

https://youtu.be/QGI_vDHZu0Y

Wow, that really does rub bad & when the rear is dropped to lock in place it goes with a bang. That is what you are calling a pop. Mine when it is set down it goes nice & easy. Not just like a free fall.
Are you still under warranty? It sounds like you have more than one problem. It sounds like you might have some problems with the hydraulics.

Check out this link Hello roadster owners, hope I can help you a with malfunctioning convertible tops
Klaus might be able to help you.

skull · 07-02-2016, 01:05 PM

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Wow, that really does rub bad & when the rear is dropped to lock in place it goes with a bang. That is what you are calling a pop. Mine when it is set down it goes nice & easy. Not just like a free fall.
Are you still under warranty? It sounds like you have more than one problem. It sounds like you might have some problems with the hydraulics.

Check out this link Hello roadster owners, hope I can help you a with malfunctioning convertible tops
Klaus might be able to help you.

Actually, the 'pop' sound is what I hear inside when the top stretches out. Not sure what makes that sound. I guess I should make another video today so you can hear what it sounds like inside the car.

Dbeckwith · 07-01-2016, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by skull

My top rubs when putting it up or down. From reading here, it sounds like it is a common problem. I'm thinking there should be a way to adjust it but don't want to screw it up worse than it is. Also, when I put it up, I hear a loud pop when the top stretches out to reach the back. Is this normal? The pop sounds loud inside the car but doesn't sound loud outside.

Here's a video so you can see what I am talking about:

https://youtu.be/QGI_vDHZu0Y

I've got the same issue with my roadster top. I haven't made it in yet, but saw a notice from Nissan that they might be able to adjust the hydraulics or something else to help with the clearance

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T-MAC · 03-05-2016, 08:10 PM

I forgot to mention, it only happens on the first cycle. After the first cycle, the 5th bow seems to move into the proper vertical position and there are no issues. If it sits with the top closed for 30 minutes the problem occurs again (but only on the first cycle).

WI_Hedgehog · 06-14-2016, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by T-MAC

I forgot to mention, it only happens on the first cycle. After the first cycle, the 5th bow seems to move into the proper vertical position and there are no issues. If it sits with the top closed for 30 minutes the problem occurs again (but only on the first cycle).

Sounds like the hydraulics need new seals..

Zrider79 · 03-15-2016, 09:47 PM

Extended will cover motors and frame, just not ragtop, was holes caused by something wrong with frame of top?

03-15-2016, 07:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
alcheng A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 28,894 Drives: 2011 ZR PW w/Clutch Rep Power: 418353	'11 roadster... they replaced the top once because of the hole, that was within the 2nd year when they still have the comprehensive warranty. another hole last year, on the driver side and passenger side also shows sign of "thinning".. dealer doesn't want to do anything even I've purchased the extended warranty... anyway, patched those area on both sides, nothing happen since... last summer the sensor that is under the top-lid gave up, costed CAD$1400 all together. otherwise, it's been good. WI_Hedgehog likes this.

07-01-2016, 10:44 AM	#9 (permalink)
skull Base Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: El Paso Posts: 8 Drives: 14 Rster Tour Blk M6 Rep Power: 9	My top rubs when putting it up or down. From reading here, it sounds like it is a common problem. I'm thinking there should be a way to adjust it but don't want to screw it up worse than it is. Also, when I put it up, I hear a loud pop when the top stretches out to reach the back. Is this normal? The pop sounds loud inside the car but doesn't sound loud outside. Here's a video so you can see what I am talking about: https://youtu.be/QGI_vDHZu0Y Last edited by skull; 07-01-2016 at 10:49 AM.

03-15-2016, 09:47 PM	#15 (permalink)
Zrider79 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Pensacola florida Posts: 679 Drives: 2010 Rep Power: 16	Extended will cover motors and frame, just not ragtop, was holes caused by something wrong with frame of top? __________________ 2010 Monterey blue roadster Z Touring. Blk interior. g3,fast intentions exhaust,more to come. RIP 05 Silverstone 350z roadster mild N/A build.

04-20-2019, 07:06 PM	#5 (permalink)
mikeshay Base Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 9 Drives: 2010 370z roadster Rep Power: 7	I have a 2010 I bought new , never had any top problems until late last summer the lid hit the roof bow a couple times then one time I heard a loud snap roof wouldn't close, ran it to the dealer , one of the frame brackets had broke free, no fix 12gran for a new roof, 3rd one they had seen like that last summer all 2010s now I have a convertible that is totally useless looks like I'm going to get a hardtop for it cars not worth putting 12g into plus labour to install it

04-20-2019, 07:08 PM	#6 (permalink)
mikeshay Base Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 9 Drives: 2010 370z roadster Rep Power: 7	Drives: 2010 370z roadster Rep Power: 1 mikeshay is on a distinguished road Default I have a 2010 I bought new , never had any top problems until late last summer the lid hit the roof bow a couple times then one time I heard a loud snap roof wouldn't close, ran it to the dealer , one of the frame brackets had broke free, no fix 12gran for a new roof, 3rd one they had seen like that last summer all 2010s now I have a convertible that is totally useless looks like I'm going to get a hardtop for it cars not worth putting 12g into plus labour to install it

03-05-2016, 08:10 PM	#13 (permalink)
T-MAC Base Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10 Drives: 10 370z Vert PW/6MT Rep Power: 10	I forgot to mention, it only happens on the first cycle. After the first cycle, the 5th bow seems to move into the proper vertical position and there are no issues. If it sits with the top closed for 30 minutes the problem occurs again (but only on the first cycle).