Removing Roof Fin
I am installing a vynyl strip down the middle of the hood, top, hatch and wing of my 718 Cayman. I'd like to remove the fin instead of trying to cut a hole in the vynyl. Can anyone provide direction on lowing the back of the head liner to gain access to the torx bolt that hold the fin in position? Thanks
Sergio
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'19 718 Cayman S (9th Porsche/1st with PDK)
'23 Subaru Outback Touring XT (Porsche support vehicle)
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'19 718 Cayman S (9th Porsche/1st with PDK)
'23 Subaru Outback Touring XT (Porsche support vehicle)
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A note of caution is all I can offer.Pca7ggr wrote: Sun Sep 21, 2025 10:36 am I am installing a vynyl strip down the middle of the hood, top, hatch and wing of my 718 Cayman. I'd like to remove the fin instead of trying to cut a hole in the vynyl. Can anyone provide direction on lowing the back of the head liner to gain access to the torx bolt that hold the fin in position? Thanks
Headliner sagging is a known issue (less common on 982 vs earlier gens).
So I don’t know if what you’re planning may cause issues longer term. Hot climates seem to have more issues.
Good Luck with the project.
2023 Porsche 718 Cayman in Chalk
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The 718s head liner, unlike the earlier Caymans with a more carpet like liner, is a hard shell. So drooping should not be an issue.
Videos show how to remove the liner but concentrate on the fixtures starting from the visors and sides. None show how to remove the rear trim nor the fixtures holding the rear of the head liner.
Videos show how to remove the liner but concentrate on the fixtures starting from the visors and sides. None show how to remove the rear trim nor the fixtures holding the rear of the head liner.
Sergio
PCA 43yrs / Ex-RGruppe #197
National DE Instructor Corps Member
'19 718 Cayman S (9th Porsche/1st with PDK)
'23 Subaru Outback Touring XT (Porsche support vehicle)
PCA 43yrs / Ex-RGruppe #197
National DE Instructor Corps Member
'19 718 Cayman S (9th Porsche/1st with PDK)
'23 Subaru Outback Touring XT (Porsche support vehicle)
