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Old Aug 7, 2018 | 10:32 AM
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Driver's Side Window Glass is loose. It wobbles from the direction of the exterior door handle toward the direction of the interior door handle. The glass is more rigid when erect and more limp when not. I couldn't resist, LOL. I removed the interior door panel. I watched a few videos pertaining to the installation of the C5 window regulator in order to gain some insight as to the mechanics and structure of the regulator system. Everything seems secured. . I am obviously missing something. Anyone have any ideas?

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Old Aug 8, 2018 | 08:30 AM
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When you had the door panel off did you grab the window and try to move it?
You should be able to tell where the movement comes from that way then see what it takes to correct it.
Good luck!
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Originally Posted by Grandpa1
When you had the door panel off did you grab the window and try to move it?
You should be able to tell where the movement comes from that way then see what it takes to correct it.
Good luck!
Thanks, Grandpa1. I tried that but I can't tell what part is loose. I checked each individual screw. It's weird.
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More than likely the guides that are on the window clamps are slightly worn.
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Took the Vette to a local garage that specialises in vettes. After a cursory inspection with the inner door panel removed; offering an unobstructed view, he says he does not see anything. HMMMMMMMMMMMMMM

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change the regulator.
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