Vader C6

Has anyone else had this problem? I have had my C6 about three months now with around 3,500 miles and early this week I started hearing an annoying rattling noise from the removable roof panel when I go over any bumps.

When I roll the passenger window down even the littlest bit it stops. $54,000 for a car and it sounds like the roof is going to fall apart after three months. I guess I will have to take it in to the dealership. Just wondering if any other C6ers have had this problem. I will keep you posted on the source of the annoyance once found.

JSMDMD

I have about 5800 miles on mine and about a week ago I noticed the same rattle.
Mine is coming from the drivers side. The plastic and rubber strip connected to the roof that runs along the top of the window creaks when I go over bumps.
I am going to try some silicone lube on it and see if that works.
If not, I have seen it suggested that tightening the roof works.

Vette_DD

I haven't had any such noises, but several threads on the subject indicated silicon grease on the weatherstripping and/or the latches solved the problem for some.

redvetteC6

Any particular brand for this silicone grease? At speed or on even surface there is that squeak/creak.

Vette_DD

The owner's manual lists a weatherstrip conditioner called Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579) on page 6-12. Don't know if that's what others have been using or not.

rickyb

I also had the annoying rattle from almost the very beginning. Honda has something called Shin-Etsu grease that works wonders. I lubricated all of the seals; both on the top and where the top contacts. Be careful about getting it on your paint. It's tough to get off. Ask me how I know! I'm sure that GMs grease works too. This will quiet the interior more than you would believe.

juiceman03070

TRAIL BOSS

My feelings also!

Alex Levy

Here is what you need! Its called GummiPflege and its made by 1Z.. comes in what looks like a gluestick.. just rub it on any weather stripping and/or door seals and the squeeking WILL go away..

-Alex

Gummi Pflege purchase

JFTaylor

Spray, stick or grease it all works. Pep Boys

Alex, get your wheels yet? The world awaits

ivan111

A few months ago when MT compared the C6 against the 997S at Willow Springs one of the things they complained was from the rattles in the roof of the C6 Z51.......

So this confirmed that they were right.....

Alex Levy

Wheels came in.. Tires arrive on monday Ill have them mounted on monday as i am off from work

-Alex

A96LT4

Take off the roof panel or crank up the sound system.

rbh

I have the answer. Carbaflo. You can get from BMW dealerships. Eliminated all issues with my bimmer convert. Its expensive though. It is the replacement for gummiphledge. You can put it on anything that squeaks or rattles. It is not silicon based which is a plus.

ttomczak

I use Black Magic super thick silicone, its a very think liquid...

I have been using it for years on all my cars rubber weatherstrips, never ever had one dry out...

JFTaylor

Thanks

Cambria

Great info, maybe needs to be added to the C6 FAQ?

Vader C6

Thanks for the info! What a simple solution. I can't wait to get rid of that noise. I am also excited that I don't have to take my baby to the dealership. I love this forum!

German_C6_Driver

Try this stuff....http://www.xse.com/leres/ss/hacks.html#weatherstrip

Daylon

9029 miles on mine. No rattles yet! Fingers are crossed.