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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 01:13 PM
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I know there is not a majic number but I am curious at what temp does everyone put the top and/or doors back on? And what percent of forcast rain do you keep the top/doors off and risk getting wet?
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 01:41 PM
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My hard top goes on on opening day (mid Nov.) at Winter Park Ski Area and it comes off on closing day (mid April).
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 01:44 PM
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I should add,
this is for the snow season, the temprature doesnt really matter. As for the rain.....
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 02:33 PM
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I generally put the top on for long drives below 65F (18C). But if you're going less than 10 miles, be your own judge. 50 or lower with cold weather gear.

I put the top on with 30% or more. Then I do the damnedest thing. I look outside and up, and notice the clouds. No matter what the forecast says, if I see anvil shaped cumulostratus clouds, top goes on. Also, if you live in the south eastern states, keep an eye on hurricane activity.

All in all, use your best judgement.
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 02:37 PM
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I drove top off last weekend when it was 48 degrees in the early a.m. Just wore a sweatshirt.
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 03:49 PM
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60 - 95 is good to be naked.
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 03:56 PM
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I have been out with the top off and doors off at 39 degrees before. Yes it was cold but I don't mind the cold weather
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 03:57 PM
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Yeeha!! The temp is stayin below 100 and today the hardtop comes off for the rest of the fall and winter. Love AZ winters!!
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