[carsinc]

In my work restoring Targa Tops I have come across a prevailing theme with the 86-89 Roller latch style Tops. Latch breakage. if one piece fails the top will not work properly. The second generation introduced with the 964 have a much better design.

The roller arm of the top should rotate a little over 90 degrees to lock and unlock. They should not rotate 360 degrees. When this occurs and happens frequently, the top unlatches itself. When this occurs, there is a strong possibility the top will fly-off.

The first design of the roller latch has 25 pieces and if one piece fails the top will not work properly. The second generation introduced with the 964 have a much better design with only 5 pieces. They hold up a lot better.

Targa owners check you latches and if there is a problem new 964 style latches can be purchased. The new version is a direct replacement. email me and I can provide pics.