convertible rattles
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Car: 1989 Camaro Iroc-Z Conv
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convertible rattles
I have an 89' Camaro convertible - the top rattles a lot while driving, it's a real pain . I'll be replacing the top next spring as it is due. Any suggestions what I can do to reduce the frame from rattling.
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Car: 1991 Z28 Vert
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Re: convertible rattles
There is a TON of really good info at the top of this forum. You've come to the right place if you want to know anything about your third gen. Welcome to the boards!
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Car: 1991 Vert Z28
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Re: convertible rattles
Your first step is to determine exactly what part is rattling on your top before anyone here can tell you how to remedy the issue
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Re: convertible rattles
I think the nature of having a rag-top is having parts and pieces that have minor flaps, rattles and shakes. There is less structural rigidity than a coupe, or even T-tops and those are prone to their share of rattles and squeaks.
There are definitely things that will always rattle and shake and squeak, and other things that should not, so figuring out what you can do and how you can improve the car.
Honestly my car has a little noises, On the hand if you ignore the obvious road noise from only having fabric between me and the elements, For rattles and squeaks its actually quieter than some of the other 3rd gens I have owned. Unless I roll down the windows, then I get this "Snap" sound coming from the RH rear of the car...
But its a 36K mile car, vs 100+K mile cars I have otherwise owned...
As a suggestion Have someone drive around while you sit in the back seat to search for where the noises are coming from...
There are definitely things that will always rattle and shake and squeak, and other things that should not, so figuring out what you can do and how you can improve the car.
Honestly my car has a little noises, On the hand if you ignore the obvious road noise from only having fabric between me and the elements, For rattles and squeaks its actually quieter than some of the other 3rd gens I have owned. Unless I roll down the windows, then I get this "Snap" sound coming from the RH rear of the car...
But its a 36K mile car, vs 100+K mile cars I have otherwise owned...
As a suggestion Have someone drive around while you sit in the back seat to search for where the noises are coming from...
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