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Old Oct 19, 2014 | 07:19 PM
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So I have 3k on my c7 and it's been making noises for about 200 miles now. Has anyone having the same issue?
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Old Oct 20, 2014 | 06:22 AM
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Had mine on and off a few times, low miles, but no issues yet.
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A forum member suggested I use Teflon spray to stop the noise on mine. All it did was stain the rubber gasket. Still have the creeking sound
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A forum member suggested I use Teflon spray to stop the noise on mine. All it did was stain the rubber gasket. Still have the creeking sound
I have the same issue. Didn't have it at first, but she has about 1,000 miles on her now and it creaks under brisk cornering. Any advice would be appreciated!
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This has been reported and discussed here. I wish I could provide the link but try searching for roof noise. Some remedies have been posted. It's an issue that plagued many C6s. Sure you'll find what I'm referring to.
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Old Oct 21, 2014 | 12:26 PM
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I'm taking it to the dealer Thursday so I'll let you guys know what they say. I'm just worried they try to pull a fast one and say it's because I added a supercharger (which has nothing to do with me targa top) and all this after market stuff. Let's see what happens...
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In some of the discussions on this, some owners are reporting good luck with tightening the rear latch by one turn, to snug the rear of the top down a bit more.

There is a thread in the C7 gen section about it, with pics and explanation.
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