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Have a little bit of rattling on the hardtop from time to time, just wanted to know if the latches / strikers are the same for the SOFT TOP AND HARDTOP? or are there different ones.

I recalled the latches were different, but cannot find any info on that anymore.




I have read the threads on the diy fixes on the mild rattling for the latches, but that doesn't seem to be a long-term solution, just a short term fix.

Any feedback is appreciated.

ForNgoods

The strikers are different. Hardtop versions are a little thicker. I've had them installed in mine but it hasn't eliminated the rattling. Guess I just need to adjust my hardtop more.

Kenny_Stang

Mine doesnt really rattle as much as it squeaks when going over uneven pavement. I have OEM Hard Top with OEM Hardtop strikers and all OEM mounting equipment. I haven't really bothered to fix the issue, but its on my "to do" list.

dfvs2k

No Rattle with HT strikers , but do have minor squeaks over uneven pavement.

Mordiiax

Hardtopguy sells updated strikers. Does anyone know how they differ from some non-updated version?

Kenny_Stang

I think they are just thicker (if you're asking the difference between soft top vs. hard top strikers)

slalom44

The squeaking can be eliminated by putting enough Shin-Etsu grease on the rubber seals. The car frame flexes on uneven pavement causing the seals to rub.

J Schmidt

There are hardtop latches and hardtop strikers, as well as, softtop latches and softtop strikers. And as mentioned above an good adjustment and shin-etsu grease lessen the noises of the hardtop. Good luck.

Mordiiax

I was refering to the updated hardtop strikers versus, i presume, standard/old hardtop strikers.

doddg

1. Can you use what is on your AP2 if you go to pick up a hardtop to set it on and latch it down to get it home, and then worry about getting "updated" or thicker ones later?