waynec

Bought a 63 convert in late 63 and drove it nearly daily for 12 years (except when I was off on cruises in the Navy); can't ever recall having a water leak in that car... except when I drove it top-down in the rain, of course, and then only if I had to slow down :>)

Sxrxrnr

Make my 28 hours from Chicago a bit feeble but it was great ride. And not single ticket.

The movie "The Gumball Rally" is IMHO the funniest of all car movies. Not to be confused with the Cannonball Run and other such lesser knock-offs.

It came out several years after my trip, but did bring back some fond memories.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009PVZBO/...l_19dj10g1sg_b

Do you happen to know Al Cavey out of San Francisco? A very old friend of mine who owns one of the finest Daytona's around. I think he paid 65K for it about 1984 or so. Been active in the old FOC (now combined club) since the early 80's.

Boomer Shark

I found this old post while surfing thru C1 convertible top issues. Has anyone seen this "Cavalier convertible header bar seal" in use? Doing an internet search on that seal brings up a number of different things. I would love to see a picture or two if this has worked for anybody and maybe a manufacturer and part number.

6T5RUSH

Boomer Shark,

Here ya' go:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1995-2000-Sunfire-Cavalier-convertible-top-roof-rail-side-weatherstrip-seals-/220878084133?fits=Model%3ACavalier
Jim
In God We Trust!

6T5RUSH

Or maybe just this one:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1995-2000-Cavalier-Sunfire-convertible-top-header-pillar-post-weatherstrip-seal-/200779037475?pt=Vintage_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3ACavalier&hash=item2ebf5cfb23&vxp=mtr


Jim
In God We Trust!

Jackfit

Hi Jim, here are some pictures of my third latch fix. I can't find the post. I replace the safety latch with one that does not have the cut out in it. This fix was done before I restored the top and top frame.

This simple fix stops most leaks at speed. and you all know I like to drive at speed.

6T5RUSH

Yup Jackfit,

That's exactly what I did to mine. It works well. Not only is she dry but it really sealed up wind noise. Thanks for that info Jack!







Jim
In God We Trust!