89 rs convertible latch actuator
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89 rs convertible latch actuator
Does anyone know where to find replacement actuators for a convertible top? Mine work slightly but have corosion on the piston and aren't strong enough to release the latch.
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From: Hacienda Heights, CA
Car: 90 RS 'Vert, 88 IROC-Z, 88 Firebird
Engine: 305 ci tbi, 305 ci tpi, 350 ci tpi
Transmission: WC-T5, WC-T5, 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.45, 3.27, 3.27
Re: 89 rs convertible latch actuator
I suppose you're referring to the tonneau release solenoids. I have used ones available. Do they fire, but not release the J-hooks? It could be that the body has gotten a little tweaked with time and you just need to adjust the J-hooks. You can loosen the nuts mounting the J-hooks and put shims behind them. Or replace the J-hooks if they are severely worn. I've never seen weak solenoids. The ones I find always fire strongly.
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Re: 89 rs convertible latch actuator
One side fires but does not have enough strength to release the hook. The other side won't fire at all. It has rust on the piston which I have been able to free up somewhat with PB Blaster and sand paper, but it still won't fire.
Joined: Dec 1999
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From: Hacienda Heights, CA
Car: 90 RS 'Vert, 88 IROC-Z, 88 Firebird
Engine: 305 ci tbi, 305 ci tpi, 350 ci tpi
Transmission: WC-T5, WC-T5, 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.45, 3.27, 3.27
Re: 89 rs convertible latch actuator
Your solution is on the way.
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