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Old Jul 18, 2022 | 07:51 AM
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Hello , I just get my c8 corvette HTC and i run around 400km , I heard the squeaking from the rear middle windows behind the driver and passenger seat.

When i open the mirror or hard top down the squeaking gone. so i read old thread its can resolve with 3m dielectric grease but i dont know where can i paint or apply it. If someone know or have this problem before and get resolve please help thank you so much.
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Old Jul 19, 2022 | 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by natsuki_tri
Hello , I just get my c8 corvette HTC and i run around 400km , I heard the squeaking from the rear middle windows behind the driver and passenger seat.

When i open the mirror or hard top down the squeaking gone. so i read old thread its can resolve with 3m dielectric grease but i dont know where can i paint or apply it. If someone know or have this problem before and get resolve please help thank you so much.
Yes - I had the same issue on my new C8. Put the clear grease on the top edge of the window glass, and it will take care of the issue.
I also was told to use "Gummi" a gasket conditioner that I bought on Amazon for the front gaskets over the windshield.
I have
applied both and the squeeks are gone. Those that don't have the HTC - have no idea how irritating that sounds is.
It was driving me nuts !
Good luck !
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Old Jul 19, 2022 | 07:38 PM
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I noticed my HTC roof has started singing songs as well lately. I do think it’s mostly that rear window.
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I noticed my HTC roof has started singing songs as well lately. I do think it’s mostly that rear window.
He double posted but my post in his other thread was an actual solution, and not "use dielectric grease".

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1605424487
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Originally Posted by Hockeyfun1
He double posted but my post in his other thread was an actual solution, and not "use dielectric grease".

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1605424487
For the window, possibly. But for the roof rubbing against itself, that's the solution. The seals need a little moisturizing on occasion, or they get dry and scratchy.
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Originally Posted by natsuki_tri
Hello , I just get my c8 corvette HTC and i run around 400km , I heard the squeaking from the rear middle windows behind the driver and passenger seat.

When i open the mirror or hard top down the squeaking gone. so i read old thread its can resolve with 3m dielectric grease but i dont know where can i paint or apply it. If someone know or have this problem before and get resolve please help thank you so much.
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Check out this video on how to apply the die-electric grease
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