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  1. Sleepy996

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    #1 Sleepy996, Oct 7, 2014
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    Hi guys I have a quick question for our fellow spider owners. In the below picture you can see the seam is coming un done in the one area of the convertible top I am pointing to. It doesn't seem to be getting worse but it drives me nuts. Is this common and has anyone had this repaired ? Any help is appreciated.
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  2. Graz

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    #2 Graz, Oct 7, 2014
    I had the exact same issue in the exact same location on my 360 Spider. Sometimes there is a problem with the cable that lies under the seam. Best to have the dealer or other professional look into it. Mine was repaired at the Ferrari dealership where I purchased the car. Its been fine ever since. Good luck.
     
  3. Sleepy996

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    #3 Sleepy996, Oct 7, 2014
    Thanks Graz any chance you remember the cost of repair roughly ?
     
  4. Vincent993

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    #4 Vincent993, Oct 7, 2014
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    Same issue on my 360 Spider.
    The cost of repair was... 2€ (price of the 2mm drill required for the job) !

    If you're less lucky, you will have to change the whole cable (upper finned pocket streched cable). This cable costs around 100€.

    You should have a look there : http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/360-430/422967-360-convertible-top-cable.html
     
  5. Graz

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    #5 Graz, Oct 7, 2014
    The dealer took care of it at no cost since I purchased the one owner 360 spider through their dealership. They stood behind it thankfully.
     
  6. Sleepy996

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    #6 Sleepy996, Oct 7, 2014
    Ok sounds like a easy fix. I appreciate the help Graz and Vincent !
     
  7. SCKOMS

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    #7 SCKOMS, Oct 7, 2014
    It may be an easy fix if the eyelet is still attached to the cable and you can drill a new hole for the spring. If the cable has snapped like mine had, it is much more complicated. On my 360, I had the dealer take care of it ($250 for the cable and $250 in labor). On my 430 I did it myself (got the cable from Ricambi).

    Look at the post that is referenced. Lots of good info there.
     
  8. Dr.B

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    #8 Dr.B, Oct 10, 2014
    I have the same problem but on both sides and wrinkles on both sides just below. Drives me nuts to so much I'm looking into getting a new top for $3000 installed. Your problem can be fixed for cheap at the upholstery shop it needs a little glue is all.
     
  9. Sleepy996

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    #9 Sleepy996, Oct 10, 2014
    Dr.B why replace the whole top if it just needs a little glue if you don't mind me asking ?
     
  10. Dr.B

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    #10 Dr.B, Oct 11, 2014
    The seam I fixed with glue but where I have wrinkles the fabric has been stretched and worn out. looks like sh****
     

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