is there a recall out for the 2001 top scratching the paint on the back
thanks bald1eagle

 

I had the seal replaced 1 month ago.
There is a service bullitin on this problem.

Document ID # 856936
Paint Wear Through at Fifth Bow (Replace Seal) #02-08-111-001
Paint Wear Through at Fifth Bow (Replace Seal)
1998-2001 Chevrolet Corvette

Condition
Some customers may comment that the paint around the tonneau cover at the 5th bow is wearing through.

Correction
Replace the 5th bow seal using the following procedure:
Position the folding top with bows 1 & 5 in the up position.
Open the stowage lid and position the seats forward.
Close the top (with the stowage lid open).
Remove the right and left hand weatherstrip retaining nuts.
Position the folding top with bows 1 & 5 in the up position.
Remove the weatherstrip from the vehicle.
Install weatherstrip to #5 bow.
Install the right and left hand weatherstrip retaining nuts.
Position the folding top with bows 1 & 5 in the up position and reposition the seats.
Close the stowage lid and folding top.

Parts Information
Part Number Description
10319827 Weatherstrip ASM-F/Top RR
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation Description Labor Time
B3160 Seal, No. 5 Bow- Replace 0.6 hr



[Modified by 01Pewter, 12:02 PM 5/12/2002]

 

or your top may need adjusting so it doens't contact the deck lid.....

 

Mine's a '98, i can still get this done to my car, ive out of warranty for about 19k miles?

Chan

 

Not a recall, but there is a TSB on it. Should be covered under your warranty if you still have it. Here's a link http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/bulletin.html

:seeya

 

Thanks for the info. I have this problem and was not aware of the TSB. Does the TSB cover re-touching the paint that has already worn off?

 

once again....a new seal won't help if the top is not adjusted correctly :cheers:

 

Yes, they repainted mine.
:cheers: