Results 1 to 4 of 4

Thread: Convertible Top Adjustment on 95 325i

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Dec 2015
    Location
    Earth
    Posts
    3
    My Cars
    1995 BMW 325IC

    Convertible Top Adjustment on 95 325i

    I recently replaced the original convertible top. The tech said the front seal needed to be replaced. Not sure why, as it was sealing good before and not leaking. Anyway, I didn't and when it rains it leaks at the top of the a-pillars on both sides where the top meets the a-pillars. I noticed on the passenger side that the top of the a-pillar does not meet the top. There is a gap of a 1/4 inch or so. Anyway, I replaced the front top seal (man was that pricey! About $300). The seal is much better on the drivers side but I still have a considerable gap on the passenger side and it leaks. Is there a way to adjust that side forward to close the gap and get this buttoned up?

    Thanks in advance!

    Al

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Dec 2013
    Location
    People's Republic of MD
    Posts
    2,291
    My Cars
    22 doors and 4 tops
    Yes. The entire assembly sits on shins. To you remove your passenger side lateral panel to access the horizontal shims. You will need to loosen up the vertical bolts when you remove a couple of horizontal shims to allow the assemble to move forward. PM me if you want more detailed info

  3. #3
    Join Date
    Dec 2013
    Location
    People's Republic of MD
    Posts
    2,291
    My Cars
    22 doors and 4 tops
    Quote Originally Posted by 66 6 View Post
    Yes. The entire assembly sits on shins. To you remove your passenger side lateral panel to access the horizontal shims. You will need to loosen up the vertical bolts when you remove a couple of horizontal shims to allow the assemble to move forward. PM me if you want more detailed info
    Jesus, lack of spell check sucks!

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Jul 2008
    Location
    Baton Rouge, LA
    Posts
    940
    My Cars
    '98 328i convertible
    Quote Originally Posted by 66 6 View Post
    Jesus, lack of spell check sucks!
    Last edited by 110reef; 07-10-2018 at 04:39 PM.
    - Ken -

Similar Threads

  1. HELP..Drivers side top Trans Bolt-95 325i
    By 67ssguy in forum 1991 - 1999 (E36)
    Replies: 7
    Last Post: 06-21-2010, 05:24 PM
  2. WTB: E36 Convertible top module (94-95)
    By Emil in forum BMW Parts Wanted
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 08-29-2008, 02:39 PM
  3. Needing Shop Recommendation: Convertible Top Adjustment
    By 98DakarM3 in forum Pacific Northwest - US
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 07-08-2008, 02:16 AM
  4. Convertible top adjustments, timing etc.
    By jackkinkel in forum Convertible Questions
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 03-26-2008, 10:06 PM
  5. Convert top adjust???
    By Bones774 in forum General BMW Mechanical Help sponsored by RM European Auto Parts
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 03-07-2002, 11:14 AM

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •