jph1972

I went to remove the Targa top off my C5 which had been sitting in the sun for a few hrs on a nice 85 degree day. As I proceeded to unlock the top from the car I notice that the metal edges were so hot I could bailey touch it. I am sure others have had this problem just curious as to what they came up with for a solution.

K9Leader

Get a convertible - the canvas never gets too hot to handle.

K9Leader
Red cars are faster. They did a study on it.

jph1972

Was never a big fan of convertible..

calvins

Tough problem as those SOBs get hot. I had the smoked panel for my C4 and left it on all day at work once when it was sunny and in the 90's

Damn near had to go to the hospital after trying to take the panel off after work. Laugh if you will, but I started carrying microfiber towels. Served dual purpose. One was to help with top removal (still had to move quick) and the other was wiping anything that needed it.

Vetteman Jack

I agree - microfiber towels work great on those hot days. However, if it is too hot, the top stays on.

jph1972

No laughing here..I feel your pain.. damn thing gets hot. I think I will just go buy some Ove Gloves and leave them the car.

FormerlyFiero

The T-tops on my Fiero were glass, they got even hotter. I had a pair of soft leather gardening gloves, used them on my '97 Coupe too. No worries now with the convertible.

djmlax89

I can usually manage to lift it slightly up before burning myself and remove it by the glass - still pretty hot, but manageable.

DanSavage

I just bought a California Pop Top cockpit cover for my `vert.

I used it for the first time today. It was ~95 degrees out.

The metal frame inside, including the roof latch handles usually get blazing hot when sitting out in sun unprotected.

But, the CalPopTop kept it around 70 degrees. It was almost cool to the touch. The entire interior was equally cool.

I'm a believer and will be using it every day.

I have no affiliation with Cal Pop Top other than as a satisfied customer.

See: http://www.capoptop.com/

DevilDog II

I haven't had my top on in 2 years. I don't drive my car in inclement weather, so it stays off all year. When I park it in the garage or store it for the winter I put my Carbrella on, which keeps the interior clean.

Jeff T.

CNC5

Yeah, as nice as it is having the top off, if it's that hot out, I'm keeping it on an cranking up the AC.

JohnsC5

I carry a pair of leather gloves which work well. Also comes handy in the winter when it's a bit chilly with the top off.

jd_black_00

I use microfibers if necessary

Chilliwack vettes

You convertible guys must have something different than my top because my vert handles get super hot too. I have to move quickly so my fingers don't fry. Good call on the microfiber towels - gonna keep one handy.

Dave1998

I used for the first time a pair of cloth garden gloves that I kept in the car for removing the top. I found them to be too slippery and will be replacing them with leather gloves this week

RMB97LS1

I'm another one who carries gloves, but the cheap harbor freight kind.. The roof does get hot!

MSG C5

Another reason to keep some nice MF cloths in the car. I own a vert so I use mine on the center console when the interior gets hot to the touch.

DanSavage

I used my IR thermometer to measure the difference of the interior temperature when using the CalPopTop and just a windshield sunshade.

The metal convertible frame and handles on the inside of a shale cloth roof got to 145° on a 93° day.

I measured the roof and removable top on a black coupe yesterday when it was 92°. All measurements were in direct sunlight:

Hood: 167°
Front Fender: 170°
Roof: 170° (tinted lexan)
Roof hoop: 177° (between removable roof and back glass)
Back glass: 167°

I don't care how manly you are, this is hot.