[ilucky1]

Any experience or advice for DIY replacement of convertible top hydraulic pump and pistons replacement?

I've had my 1999 996 for 11 years and love it. But now, the convertible top has problems going up/down (slow/jerking). I discovered the hydraulic fluid in the pump was about empty, and when I refilled things worked better. I had the local Porsche dealership take a look at it while it was there for other service, and they diagnosed that the pump and pistons needed replacement for a very large price. I'm trying to decide whether to take this on as a DIY, bite the bullet and pay the man, or sell my baby.

Insights would be appreciated.