l.i. bruce fan

Do most of you close the release handles on the roof when you store it in the trunk?

I did the Velcro on the forward receiver fix and that greatly reduced the noise, but I noticed intermittent noise which I suspected was the rear latch, today I closed that when stored and the noise is virtually gone but it seems that the closed latch may rub on the rear inside trunk panel.

What do you guys do with the rear latch when storing it? Should I be closing the front latches too when storing?

Larry/car

I never closed the latches when I owned my C6 coupe. I went with a C7 convertible, no more targa roof problems.

Dif

Never closed the latches on the C6 or now the C7.
I had to use the Velcro in the C6 but so far haven't had to on the C7.
But in the C7, the top snaps in quite bit tighter than it did in the C6.

Rooster OG

I leave mine open but don't have any issues with it so far.

joemessman

Leave open. No issues.

l.i. bruce fan

So nobody hears any rattling from an open rear latch while stored in the trunk? I was happy to have figured it out, but now I'm not so sure...

Does your rear latch dangle loose while unlatched? I guess I'll need to ask the Corvette Tech to take a look next time I have it in, cause I have nothing to compare it to...

TNSQUIRE

I leave all of the latches open and never hear any noise while its stored.

Gymbow

bradc6

I've had a C5, C6 and now a C7. Never closed the latches on any of them while stored in the back and never had any rattles.

Maxie2U

Ok, I have to admit I've not removed my targa top (yet) since taking delivery this past November.

mpuzach

Same here.

Someone get a rope.

Dif

I'd say this could be why it's rattling around.
It's spring loaded and should Not be loose in the open position.

felkebg

no close no noise.

PapaLeo67

Im usually stomping on the gas to hard to hear anything but the pipes.... I never noticed a rattle. I leave them open.

Playboy2

Never even thought about closing them. But no noise either. My roof has been off my car the entire month of May, lovin every minute of it too

vettman96

Ditto.

Chevy Cust Svc

Good Afternoon l.i. bruce fan,

I see that you’ve been seeking some reassurance from your fellow forum members, and I do apologize that you’re experiencing this rattling concern in your Corvette. If you would be interested in additional assistance once you get the chance to bring this to the attention of your dealer, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’d be happy to answer any further questions you might have in the meantime.

Best,

Angela O.
Chevrolet Customer Care

l.i. bruce fan

Thank you Angela. I do not have a service planned at this point, so it might be a while. If the dealership is not helpful, I will certainly be in touch as, judging from the responses, here, I seem to have a loose (when unlatched) rear top latch and the rattling while stored is quite noticeable.

Thanks again!

l.i. bruce fan

It's definitely my rear latch. I stopped at the dealer on my way home tonight and checked one on the showroom floor. When disengaged it does not wiggle or make noise. Mine wiggles side to side and makes noise when disengaged.

I will call service department and see if I can bring it by for them to look at quickly to order the part as I'm not fond of multi-day stays or multiple visits just to wait for a part. Hopefully, they will do that...

Chevy Cust Svc

Hi l.i. bruce fan,

You’re very welcome. It’s great to see that the forum has provided you with further insight to your concern. However, I would be glad to be of assistance throughout the process of any visits to the dealer. Please feel free to reach back out at any time!

Have a great day,

Angela O.
Chevrolet Customer Care