Newb with a top problem

[Toyguy]

I just bought myself my first Porsche, a 1998 Boxster.  I have an issue with the soft top that I'd like to get some guidance on.

 

The top goes down smoothly with no issues.  It also comes up smoothly until it is nearly all the way up.  Just before the dashboard Top light goes out, there is a pretty sharp metallic twang or snap.  It did this when I was looking at the car before purchase, and it did it again this evening when I put the top up after driving the car home.  I'm assuming it's getting caught on something but I wonder if anyone might have suggestions on what to look at given the late point in the cycle where it occurs?

 

Thanks!

Dave

[Philip Adler]

Hi,
I would check the push rods. Sounds like it could be a loose or broken ball/socket, a damaged spring in the roof lid compartment rods, or a general mis-alignment of the whole roof open and close process.

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[mikefocke]

I have no personal experience but offer this link to a series of top related articles with pictures that may give you insight into how things work. Good luck.