Good day to all! I am slowly working through the bugs on my recently purchased 1952 Chieftain. We love this car!
Next up is the convertible top. It appears to be all original and completely stock. When I hit the switch the motor works and it will move the top, but not very well. I can tell it's a fluid issue. I topped of the fluid reservior, which is behind the back seat, and it quickly leaked out the passenger side of the car. The top worked very well as the fluid leaked out. So that's a good sign. I'm guessing either a cylinder or a hose. I have read if it's a cylinder is best to replace both at the same time.
Any words of wisdom before I start taking things apart? It appears I will need to pull the interior trim at the quarter panel to gain access, and perhaps the back seat. Is it easier to remove these items with the top up or down?
Any advice from someone who has done this before is appreciated.
Thanks!