Danlando

I searched and haven't seen a very recent thread on the ubiquitous "roof popping" issue, so I will post this in hope I'm not repeating something already discussed.

My local dealer says they have both the GM bulletin and the parts in inventory to solve the roof noise issue. Some kind of a clip or plunger probably similar to the solution offered by a CF member back in May. Snaps onto the front roof lever right next to the roller, which is said to be the culprit.

So if you don't want to DIY, your dealer should be able to fix it while you wait.

Dan

2 GRUMPY

Dan,I found a thread on this,search for thread titled,

'New Approach to fixing top popping noise" by mtoner
3-2-08
It has pictures to show you how to cure this.

kenrobb

In hearing some talk at BG Bash, GM will have a factory "fix" out in a replacement handle the end of May. A new "roller" will be in place that won't roll or slide to make the popping noise. I did the C clip on mine and the top didn't pop 800 miles to BG. But I put the 2 handles off my car on my buddies in BG, it didn't pop on way home but begin popping the next day he says. One cheap fix is to apply some epoxy like J-B weld to the area under the roller to fix it in place. This is what GM is doing for temp fix handles they were showing at BG Bash. My GM "replacement" handles didn't pop on way home from BG.

Danlando

The GM fix is in right now according to my dealer. In the meantime, a small shot of silicone did the trick.

2 GRUMPY

I met the engineer from GM who designed the tops on both the Coupe's and the Vert's at the Bash and he replaced my handles on my Coupe right there in the Museum parking area ! I drove back home to the Memphis area around 250 miles and it DID NOT POP ONCE !!! He said they had to redesign the round roller so it would have a flat surface in the back so it will lock in place and not roll .The original design after a period of time and tension would roll and not hold the tension tight enought and this was causing the popping you heard.He said the new handles are out there and the dealers should have them by now!

HEY KENROBB,Thanks for telling me about this at the Bash !! How are you and BOB doing ?

vmax1200

question my vette was just built last week do you know if the problem has been fixed at the factory level yet?..thanks Scott

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VMAX1200 ,I'm not sure about the newer models ?

danl72

It was a problem with '05's and some '06's. I don't think there were any issues with '07 or '08. But I could be wrong. It wouldn't be the first time.

statman

Good question. Can anyone who has recently taken delivery of an ordered car verify if it has been taken care of? My coupe is scheduled to be built the week after next, so I can't report on this for a few weeks.

dgrant3830

Sounds like the fix is to the roof panels themselves then or am I messed up? I've got the dual roof option so will probably require both to be fixed if I understand correctly. If I didn't, I've got the flame suit on so fire away!

Ozone

No flame suit necessary! I think the problem has always been with the painted tops. I haven't heard of any popping problems with the transparent top.

hdwideglide

My 07 has been in twice for the popping noise. I took in last week in hopes of the new fix. I think I was to early. Still pops.

rbrcs

Just got an 08, 200 miles so far and no noise from the top

not08crmanymore

Are you guys talking about the noise with the top on or off and in the back??SQUEAKING or POPPING?thanks.

El Dorado

I picked up my '08 in March and it popped a bunch, did the c clip and it only pops on occasion........ time to bring it in for the new "FIX"

Vettin08

I'll be there Thursday, I'll ask if you want.

HorsePower Junkie

Dan,

See if you can get the bulletin number and/or the new latch part number please from your dealer.

Thanks

Blue Demon

The transparent top on my 2006 sounds like popcorn popping on a warm day. I'll be calling my dealer tomorrow about the fix.

not08crmanymore

That might be the SHIMS they put in after the fact on alot of 05 + vettes w/glass tops.TSB out there somewhere..

joeking

My glass top also makes some popping noises.