targa top leaking....
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From: Tiverton RI
targa top leaking....(pics)
Hey guys this may sound nuts but I have a little bit of a delema. My 02' I hate to admit is a bit of a garage queen and about three months ago I joined the "FRC" and replaced the top with a reglassed one from astro tops. The only problem is that today when I was washing the car the drivers side leaks. I know, three months later and I'm washing it 
I never noticed the gap due to the fact that I rarely wash the car because I don't take it out in any weather. Any suggestions? I have a funny feeling that even if I send them an email they are just going to say "should have said something sooner now its too late" Anyone else have this type of problem before?
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I never noticed the gap due to the fact that I rarely wash the car because I don't take it out in any weather. Any suggestions? I have a funny feeling that even if I send them an email they are just going to say "should have said something sooner now its too late" Anyone else have this type of problem before? B
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Can you post any photos. Different problems call for different solutions. There is a window tip in adjustment on the tech tips page of my website but I have no idea if this is what your car needs.
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Had to replace my glass top a month or so ago (FRC too). Bought a new GM top for $950 but had the same problem when I tried to install the weatherstripping. Took it to the Chevy dealer and their body shop couldn't fix it either. They said there was a subcontractor called the "water doctor" who comes around to their dealership every week or so. Apparently it's a "chain" business in this area (Central Penna). They fixed it no problem. Where are you located? Perhaps there is someone like that there too. If you want I can try to get more information about them.
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From: Tiverton RI
well guys here are the pics that were requested.......
I feel like I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place with this one. I'm sending the company and email with these pics. You guys think it would be a good idea to tell them that I'm part of the forum and see if helps?
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I feel like I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place with this one. I'm sending the company and email with these pics. You guys think it would be a good idea to tell them that I'm part of the forum and see if helps?
B
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St. Jude Donor '09-'10
I had same problems when i did new GM glass top last spring; see this bulletin on 1998-99's. I never got the actual bedding and glazing compund they suggest, I just used automotice silicone. Especially on 'ends' of weatherstrip channel and around the window blowout clip.
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/....php?qstId=203
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/....php?qstId=203
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