How can I fix my targa top leak??
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How can I fix my targa top leak??
Well I just hate it when my top leaks and I dont even know about it.I walked to my car and turned it on from a 2 month sit and I got inside and theirs some kind of mold barely showing on the pass side door panel so the only thing that would cause it to leak would be the top.Is their a company that sells them or any method that I can restore the weather stripping..Oh and its a coupe thanks
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I've got some Word files that discuss water leaks and how to adjust the window/targa top for a better fit. Of course, if your weatherstripping is shot, that's a different story. If you would like a copy of the files, PM me your e-mail address.
#3
Burning Brakes
You must leave it parked out in the weather, so extra care is needed to keep the weather stripping protected. As stated in other posts, most use dielectric grease and or Aerospace 505. The dielectric grease will help seal the areas where the side ws meets the front and the rear ws especially. Replacements are readily available from Wilcox and other forum sponsors too.
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luckyirishguy - allow me to be a cautionary tale - - i too was shocked by the OEM replacement cost for the targa top seal, and I ended up getting the 'off brand el cheapo' version. Went in ok, but lasted less than 6 months before the hideous seams on it started to separate. My advice: Resist the urge, bite the bullet, and just buy the OEM. I need to redo mine again, as the el cheapo is completely worthless. I should have listened to all on this board who recommended to stay away from the cheap replacement. You don't want to be where I am now - having basically thrown away the $149 only to find myself back where I started - having to spend the big bucks on the OEM version anyway.
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Melting Slicks
My glass top leaked for years at the rear passenger window. While replacing with the painted top, I noticed the weatherstripping was pinched - perhaps while I or a previous owner had mounted one of the tops. I was able to work the pinch out and it hasn't leaked since.
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Wow, talk about karma....
Just discovered this weekend I need to replace the Targa Top Halo weatherstrip and yeah sticker shock for sure...
So far I found GM PartsDirect to be the best deal: $172.94 (freaking Zip has it for over $300)
http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/catalog/frameset.cfm
Just discovered this weekend I need to replace the Targa Top Halo weatherstrip and yeah sticker shock for sure...
So far I found GM PartsDirect to be the best deal: $172.94 (freaking Zip has it for over $300)
http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/catalog/frameset.cfm
#9
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If you want sticker shock, try this...my 04 CE got hit by flying metal debris on the freeway. Couldn't figure out which trucker (of six semis) did it, so I just turned it into insurance.
The metal debris hit the windshield, targa roof, strip behind it, etc.
So all the weatherstripping on the top had to be replaced for the complete paint job.
That was a shade over $900 from GM.
I got the B pillar GM weatherstrip (the long one that covers both the rear part of the door windows and over the top) from Eckler's on a 20$ off sale for around $275. I put that in my 99 C5 and that worked nicely for reducing the wind noise I had before on the 14 year old factory w/s.
So I've spent almost $1300 on weatherstripping in the last two weeks.
Argh!
The metal debris hit the windshield, targa roof, strip behind it, etc.
So all the weatherstripping on the top had to be replaced for the complete paint job.
That was a shade over $900 from GM.
I got the B pillar GM weatherstrip (the long one that covers both the rear part of the door windows and over the top) from Eckler's on a 20$ off sale for around $275. I put that in my 99 C5 and that worked nicely for reducing the wind noise I had before on the 14 year old factory w/s.
So I've spent almost $1300 on weatherstripping in the last two weeks.
Argh!
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So I now make sure the pin goes where it should and the rubber is in the proper position. No leaks since.
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I need a Targa top, for my 99 coupe, or have it replenished (if possible) I have two small cracks on the passenger side. Can it still be replenished, are is it time to buy a new or used one.
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Along these same lines...
I bought my 2000 C5 this summer. It's had the plastic roof ("Targa" roof?) or no roof at all times. There is a decent amount of wind noise at higher speeds (70+ mph) with the Targa roof. Weather stripping looks ok (this car was never stored outside--trust me--way too clean). The "real" roof (fiberglass roof) is in plastic wrap from when I bought the car.
If I take the fiberglass roof out of the plastic wrap and put it on the car instead of Targa roof, will that reduce wind noise and likelihood of slight water leak? I need to travel with the car this spring for a week and if it rains, I don't want rain getting in the car. If there is a difference, why less wind noise and/or water leak with standard fiberglass roof instead of Targa roof?
I bought my 2000 C5 this summer. It's had the plastic roof ("Targa" roof?) or no roof at all times. There is a decent amount of wind noise at higher speeds (70+ mph) with the Targa roof. Weather stripping looks ok (this car was never stored outside--trust me--way too clean). The "real" roof (fiberglass roof) is in plastic wrap from when I bought the car.
If I take the fiberglass roof out of the plastic wrap and put it on the car instead of Targa roof, will that reduce wind noise and likelihood of slight water leak? I need to travel with the car this spring for a week and if it rains, I don't want rain getting in the car. If there is a difference, why less wind noise and/or water leak with standard fiberglass roof instead of Targa roof?
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Melting Slicks
Along these same lines...
I bought my 2000 C5 this summer. It's had the plastic roof ("Targa" roof?) or no roof at all times. There is a decent amount of wind noise at higher speeds (70+ mph) with the Targa roof. Weather stripping looks ok (this car was never stored outside--trust me--way too clean). The "real" roof (fiberglass roof) is in plastic wrap from when I bought the car.
If I take the fiberglass roof out of the plastic wrap and put it on the car instead of Targa roof, will that reduce wind noise and likelihood of slight water leak? I need to travel with the car this spring for a week and if it rains, I don't want rain getting in the car. If there is a difference, why less wind noise and/or water leak with standard fiberglass roof instead of Targa roof?
I bought my 2000 C5 this summer. It's had the plastic roof ("Targa" roof?) or no roof at all times. There is a decent amount of wind noise at higher speeds (70+ mph) with the Targa roof. Weather stripping looks ok (this car was never stored outside--trust me--way too clean). The "real" roof (fiberglass roof) is in plastic wrap from when I bought the car.
If I take the fiberglass roof out of the plastic wrap and put it on the car instead of Targa roof, will that reduce wind noise and likelihood of slight water leak? I need to travel with the car this spring for a week and if it rains, I don't want rain getting in the car. If there is a difference, why less wind noise and/or water leak with standard fiberglass roof instead of Targa roof?
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1SharpGent (01-30-2024)
#14
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I just never drive with the glass top anymore.
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Melting Slicks
I need the complete weatherstripping for my targa. Looked on GM Partsdirect. Halo isn't bad ~$200 or so. However the small pieces that attach to the targa, $269 for EACH side!
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1/4 mile/AutoX
make sure your udders are clear of debris !!!!! might not be the top ???
#17
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I'm not laughing at you, I'm laughing with you. The only way you will find it cheap is if you buy it used.
I used dielectric grease on mine and it worked for a little while, but the florida sun has destroyed it and I need a replacement. I also looked up pricing and thought I was buying platinum dipped weatherstripping.
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1/4 mile/AutoX
You Guys would be amazed with Chadwick's no tire sling, made all my rubber weatherstrips and moldings like new !!!!
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1SharpGent (01-30-2024)
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Please send me the information as well. I will be sending a PM as requested...