1971 Catalina Power Top

[bjack8176]

The power top on my Catalina will not work. When I toglle the switch, nothing happens. I did a continuity test on the switch and circuit breaker and they appear to be ok. Before I start digging into the back of the car, can someone tell me where the power top motor is? The top is a "scissor" style.

Thanks,
Bob J

[bjack8176]

The power top on my Catalina will not work. When I toglle the switch, nothing happens. I did a continuity test on the switch and circuit breaker and they appear to be ok. Before I start digging into the back of the car, can someone tell me where the power top motor is? The top is a "scissor" style.

Thanks,
Bob J

[74Ragtop]

The top motor is mounted in the center of the metal panel behind the back seat.

[Bob Dillon]

Your problem is either the brushes in the top motor (easily fixed at the local generator shop) or the relay mounted next to the top motor (Around $15)

Also, check the ground first!