I'm looking for the best fix for my creaking popping removeable top. I've read several post and I want to know what has worked the best for the longest time.

Thanks

 

Mine really drove me crazy. I did the e-clip fix, but that did not last. I finally took the advice of other folks on this forum. I took off the top, cleaned the weatherstrip, put a very small amount of armorall on it, and put a drop of oil on each pin for luck. That was about 2 months ago and it has been almost totally silent since.

Let us know if it works for you too.

 

I had the updated handles put on by the dealership a month ago, and no noises at all, completely cured.

 

Here is the best way:


Service Information C6 Chevrolet Corvette | Corvette (VIN Y) Service Manual | Document ID: 2182040
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#08-08-67-013A: Snap, Pop or Rattle Noise from Lift Off Roof Panel While Driving (Replace Front Lift Off Roof Panel Handles and Lube) - (Aug 25, 2008)


Subject: Snap, Pop or Rattle Noise From Lift Off Roof Panel While Driving (Replace Front Lift Off Roof Panel Handles and Lube)


Models: 2005-2009 Chevrolet Corvette

with Removable Clear Roof Panel (RPO CC3), Removable Sun Roof Panel (RPO CF7) or Dual Removable Roof Panels (RPO C2L)




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This bulletin is being revised to update the model year to include 2009. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 08-08-67-013 (Section 08 -- Body and Accessories).


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Condition
Some customers may comment on a snap, pop or rattle noise coming from the lift off roof panel while driving.

Cause
This condition may be caused by the nylon roller inside the left and/or right front roof panel latching handle becoming loose and causing the roller to move on the pin, creating the noise.

Correction




Replace the left and right front lift off roof panel handles (1) and lube. Refer to Roof Lift Off Panel Front Latch Handle Replacement in SI. The updated handles have a new design ramp insert in place of the nylon roller.

Technicians are to apply GM Super Lube® with PTFE, P/N 12371287 (in Canada, P/N 10953437) to both sides (left and right) at the following areas:





Apply GM Super Lube® around the entire guide pin ball (1) on the roof panel.



Apply GM Super Lube® inside the "pocket" of the stainless steel track (1).
Parts Information
Order the left and right handle for each lift off roof panel.

Part Number
Description

19206591
Handle, Roof Lift Off Panel - Left

19206592
Handle, Roof Lift Off Panel - Right

12371287 (US)

10953437 (Canada)
GM Vehicle Care Super Lube® with PTFE


Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation
Description
Labor Time

B9849*
Handle, Lift Off Roof - Front - Both - Replace
0.4 hr

Add
Second Lift Off Roof Panel Handle - Front - Both - Replace
0.3 hr

Add
Apply GM Super Lube®
0.1 hr

*This is a unique labor operation for bulletin use only. It will not be published in the Labor Time Guide.

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Calemasters always has the answer!

 

Thank you.