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Old Jan 23, 2023 | 02:50 PM
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Convertible Top Flaps Loose

My hard top gets stuck when going up or down on one of the flaps that hinge open and closed (up and down) with the hard top operation. Is there a repair possible or does the flap need to be replaced? Also, Any good hard top convertible mechanics in the Seattle area?
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Old Mar 25, 2025 | 02:06 PM
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I have the same issue on my 2013 SLK. How did you resolve your issue?
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Old Apr 14, 2026 | 01:38 PM
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I am having the same issue with one of the flaps. Did you find a fix for it?

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