[Z06] window molding
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 273
Likes: 0
From: Pottstown pennsylvania
window molding
I have 2 leaking windows on my frc. I believe it is the molding because it is seperating from the car a bit and that seems to be a common problem with these cars. I have read a few threads on how to fix the problem. I am concerned that when I remove the plastic molding that I may break it. (it looks like the previous owner may have tried to fix this before) Does anyone know where I can get these two pieces of plastic molding either new or used?
Thanks for the help
Mark
Thanks for the help
Mark
Melting Slicks
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 2,232
Likes: 61
From: Branford, Connecticut
I have dealt with this same problem a few times. You just need to take them off and use some sort of silicone with adhesive to seal it. I wouldnt worry too much about breaking them, but if you do, I am sure you could get them from a dealer with no problems.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 8,847
Likes: 795
From: Longview Texas
On most cars I have seen, the molding sticks up from the roof a little so that it forms a channel for the water. I am not sure that is proof that it is leaking. I cannot see any sealer under the edge of mine, so if it is sealed it must be beneath the edge of the roof.
Mine does stick out more in the rear of the molding on one side, but I think that is the way it was assembled.
You might want to be careful about how tight you fit the molding to the roof or you may end up causing the other common problem of the molding cracking at the front.
I even noticed on mine that they did not fit the tab on the vertical piece behind the tab on the horizontal molding like they should have, but I don't think I am going to try to mess with it since it is not leaking.
Mine does stick out more in the rear of the molding on one side, but I think that is the way it was assembled.
You might want to be careful about how tight you fit the molding to the roof or you may end up causing the other common problem of the molding cracking at the front.
I even noticed on mine that they did not fit the tab on the vertical piece behind the tab on the horizontal molding like they should have, but I don't think I am going to try to mess with it since it is not leaking.
Last edited by TEXHAWK0; Apr 7, 2009 at 05:00 PM.
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 273
Likes: 0
From: Pottstown pennsylvania
Ok I am just going to try to do it and take my time so that I do not break it. I heard that this was not a fun job so I am not looking forward to doing it.
Thanks for the help
Mark
Thanks for the help
Mark
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter
Joe Kucinski
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvette Engines RANKED by Peak Torque (70+ Years of Muscle!)
Joe Kucinski
Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!
Brett Foote
Top 10 C9 Corvette MUST-HAVES to Fix These C8 Generation Flaws!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Revolutionary 'Corvette Firsts' Most People Don't Know
Joe Kucinski
5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2
Michael S. Palmer
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every C8 vs Its Closest Competitor
Joe Kucinski
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 273
Likes: 0
From: Pottstown pennsylvania
I am finally done with this project I spent 3 or 4 hours yesterday night and then another 3 or 4 hours today. It took awhile because my molding was off before and I had to spend a lot of time cleaning up what was done before. I think that it will keep the rain out but I am not 100% positive. I have a question for anyone who has had this area apart before. The two metal pieces that the weatherstripping sits in do the line up perfectly on your car? mine had a bit of a gap and I am not sure why It looked to me like that should be together.