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Old Mar 30, 2005 | 02:38 PM
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My rear hatch is uneven, leaving a gap on the right side between the window glass and the A-Pillar. When it rains or I wash the car too much water comes in and runs on the right rear speaker and drenches the carpet area. How can I adjust the hatch? Anyone ever done it?
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Old Mar 30, 2005 | 03:05 PM
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If you don't get any good answers here, you might want to stop by your dealership's body shop. They will probably give you some free tips. I chatted with the manager of my dealer's shop and he was not only extremely knowledgable about C5s, but was also a sportscar enthusiest to the highest order.
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Old Mar 30, 2005 | 03:29 PM
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Thanks Dave68, sounds like sound advice. Hope someone has had the same problem and a fix
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I agree - take it to a body shop and see what they recommend. Best of luck getting it to sit even.
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Originally Posted by Dave68
If you don't get any good answers here, you might want to stop by your dealership's body shop. They will probably give you some free tips. I chatted with the manager of my dealer's shop and he was not only extremely knowledgable about C5s, but was also a sportscar enthusiest to the highest order.
Hey Dave, which dealer in San Diego are you referring to? I've had relatively good luck with Weseloh in Carlsbad but it's a long drive from my home/work area (Scripps Ranch). If you've found another local dealer that you're pleased with, I'd certainly be interested in knowing
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