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1965 Convertible stuck open.

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1965 Convertible stuck open.

My 1965 convertible go stuck in the open or down position. This is fine most of the since i keep it in a garage. but I guess its time to fix it or get it fixed. If I can't fix it myself I am looking for a mechanic in the greater Boston area. Any ideas?
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I have several ideas as I have fixed several of my own thunderbird convertible cars - there is a lot to know. relays / switches / circuit breaker - LOTS of things have to work right for this to work.
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Thanks,

I just ordered the 1964 1965 1966 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE TOP MANUAL of ebay. Any recommended mechanics in Boston, by chance?
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that manual is a waste of money - it is nothing but copies of old schematic in a home made book. there is a place in putnam ct called bakers see if you can searh for them
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Found them, but seems to be exclusively Lincolns.
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As Phil said it could be many things. Are you hearing a click coming from the back when you press the switch? If so you know your getting juice cto the relay. Could be the flip panel in the trunck has to much play and now the upper back panel limit switch is out of adjustment. You can take out the back seat and have someone hold up the panel to see what happens. You can jump the relay if it's bad. Your new book will show you how to do that. Just two things that may work could be many other. Good Luck Bob
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rcsewall: Additional information might get you better answers. Is the deck lid closed or open? Will it operate? This for starters........
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