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Old 05-13-2011, 05:57 PM
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Is it OK to leave the top down for months at a time? Or should I put it up at the end of the day when I leave car in the garage?

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Old 05-13-2011, 05:59 PM
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The only thing I would worry about is moisture and creasing in the fabric. I have always left my top up (on all my convertibles) when not used for long periods.
 
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I've had a couple of converts. I always put the top back up when I'm not driving it just to keep dust and stuff out of the interior. Jack
 
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Old 05-13-2011, 07:33 PM
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I've had a couple of converts. I always put the top back up when I'm not driving it just to keep dust and stuff out of the interior. Jack
I could use a cover to keep the dust out but creating permanent creases on the fabric worries me.
 
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Old 05-13-2011, 08:15 PM
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Mine stays down most of the summer without a problem. Canvas tops are very durable and don't hold creases. Vinyl tops are another story!!
 
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The top fabric up is normally under tension and I would suspect that it would be best stored under tension.
 
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Old 05-13-2011, 10:06 PM
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Owners manual recommends putting it up.
 
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