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Cool AirZ28 · 03-16-2014, 05:23 PM

does driving the car with the convertible top down and the tonneau cover not on cause any damage to the top?

Ryanbabz71 · 03-16-2014, 05:42 PM

I haven't had any issues

Ryan

95birdible · 03-16-2014, 05:49 PM

If we were meant to drive with the cover on, GM would of included it in all options on the Convertible. My 1SS doesn't have it and neither do the 1LT.

Cool AirZ28 · 03-16-2014, 06:32 PM

I was just making sure I wasn't doing any damage especially while driving at highway speeds. I can see the wind catching the top piece of the top kind of making it flap in the wind.

Algeron · 03-16-2014, 06:44 PM

I have not had any issues. While the cover gives a more finished look, I am afraid it is going to fly off at highway speeds. I see too much vibration from it at 45 mph in town.

RolltideSS · 03-16-2014, 06:53 PM

I've seen less wear by not using it

impaidbyu · 03-16-2014, 06:57 PM

I can tell you that the cover if installed will stay put and not blow off at speeds above 140 mph. :-)

Algeron · 03-16-2014, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by impaidbyu

I can tell you that the cover if installed will stay put and not blow off at speeds above 140 mph. :-)

I know the clip design was changed from the 2011, and I just don't trust mine.

Indydriver · 03-16-2014, 07:13 PM

I bookmarked this thread in the DIY section in case I ever needed it:

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=272309

kevinw · 03-16-2014, 08:21 PM

i drove my 13 vert yesterday for first time without putting the tonneau cover on. i didnt like the way the top flapped just going 50 mph. i was more focused in watching it than driving . it really seemed to flap, maybe cause it was the first time i had top down without the tonnueau, but wasnt going to keep the top down long. but, since i have one, 2LT, i am going to use it all the time for now on

Cool AirZ28 · 03-16-2014, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kevinw

i drove my 13 vert yesterday for first time without putting the tonneau cover on. i didnt like the way the top flapped just going 50 mph. i was more focused in watching it than driving . it really seemed to flap, maybe cause it was the first time i had top down without the tonnueau, but wasnt going to keep the top down long. but, since i have one, 2LT, i am going to use it all the time for now on

Hey Kevin, I am glad to hear you are loving your purchase. I know what you mean about watching the top flapping in the wind. I have the cover with the bungy cords. It stays on there very securely with no movement at any speeds. I usually use it all of the time because I don't like the flapping in the wind of my top

OrangeVert · 03-17-2014, 12:27 AM

I put mine on if I'm doing any highway driving, around town I usually leave it off.

basecar · 03-17-2014, 06:16 AM

I normally only put the cover on when I know I will be driving on the interstate highways. But I believe at 55 or 60 mph it does not hurt anything.

Baba · 03-17-2014, 07:14 AM

I still have the original, old-style, clip-on tonneau cover and have driven with it on at speeds greater than 65 mph numerous times and it's always held. Although there has been very slight movement of the cover at times, I never got the impression (while driving and peering into the rearview mirror) that it would nor ever never did come loose.

When I'm doing local driving or short beltway hops, I often don't use the tonneau cover. The biggest pain for me when affixing it is that I'm always concerned about my belt buckle scratching the paint.

Although my tonneau has no damage (especially underside "delamination" as some originals have suffered) I believe I'm going to upgrade to the bungee one within the next month or two. My dealer always sends me coupons for up to $100 off on parts or service. That'll make the change a bit more palatable.

03-16-2014, 05:23 PM	#1
Cool AirZ28 Drives: 2013 Black Camaro 2SS/RS Convert. Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sauk Village, Illinois Posts: 506 View My Garage	convertible question does driving the car with the convertible top down and the tonneau cover not on cause any damage to the top? __________________ 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS-Smoked tail lights and side markers, HID log lights, & LED lighting inside/outside the car, SJM LED Cupholder, SJM full dashboard ABL lighting, ZL1 Rockers, 1LE Splitter, Showstopper LED Mirrors, Showstopper LED Side Markers, & Showstopper Heat Extractor Hood, 20" Niche Concourse ZL1 Styled wheels 20X8.5 & 20X10 with 275/40/20 & 315/35/20 Nitto Invos, Black Gorilla Lug Nuts/Locks, Black Billet Elite Camaro License Plate Holder, and Hydro Dipped Speedo/Shifter/AC-Heat Bezels.

03-16-2014, 05:42 PM	#2
Ryanbabz71 Drives: 2018 Hyper Blue 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Brownsburg, Indiana Posts: 6,231 View My Garage	I haven't had any issues Ryan __________________ Ryan * 2018 1SS 1LE Camaro Hyper Blue Metallic Car Build: http://www.camaro6.com/forums/showth...0#post10049680

03-16-2014, 05:49 PM	#3
95birdible Drives: 2012 1SS Camaro Convertible Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Blaine, MN Posts: 1,674	If we were meant to drive with the cover on, GM would of included it in all options on the Convertible. My 1SS doesn't have it and neither do the 1LT. __________________ 2012 1SS Crystal Red Convertible "Cherry Bomb" Winner of the #NameThatCamaro Spring Special Edition "Green Flash"

03-16-2014, 06:32 PM	#4
Cool AirZ28 Drives: 2013 Black Camaro 2SS/RS Convert. Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sauk Village, Illinois Posts: 506 View My Garage	I was just making sure I wasn't doing any damage especially while driving at highway speeds. I can see the wind catching the top piece of the top kind of making it flap in the wind. __________________ 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS-Smoked tail lights and side markers, HID log lights, & LED lighting inside/outside the car, SJM LED Cupholder, SJM full dashboard ABL lighting, ZL1 Rockers, 1LE Splitter, Showstopper LED Mirrors, Showstopper LED Side Markers, & Showstopper Heat Extractor Hood, 20" Niche Concourse ZL1 Styled wheels 20X8.5 & 20X10 with 275/40/20 & 315/35/20 Nitto Invos, Black Gorilla Lug Nuts/Locks, Black Billet Elite Camaro License Plate Holder, and Hydro Dipped Speedo/Shifter/AC-Heat Bezels.

03-16-2014, 06:44 PM	#5
Algeron Drives: 2023 ZL1 Convertible, 1998 Z28 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 915 View My Garage	I have not had any issues. While the cover gives a more finished look, I am afraid it is going to fly off at highway speeds. I see too much vibration from it at 45 mph in town. __________________ 2023 Rapid Blue ZL1 Convertible

03-16-2014, 06:53 PM	#6
RolltideSS Drives: 2018 SS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Houston Posts: 1,069 View My Garage	I've seen less wear by not using it

03-16-2014, 06:57 PM	#7
impaidbyu Drives: 2013 rs/ss Convertible Join Date: May 2013 Location: North Eastern CT Posts: 89	I can tell you that the cover if installed will stay put and not blow off at speeds above 140 mph. :-)

03-16-2014, 07:13 PM	#9
Indydriver Drives: '14 2SS/RS Vert 6M/KTU/NPP/DTA/ARH Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,826	I bookmarked this thread in the DIY section in case I ever needed it: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=272309 __________________ Consensus is, by definition, a lack of leadership.

03-16-2014, 08:21 PM	#10
kevinw Drives: 2013 Black 2 LT vert Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: kansas city Posts: 1,765	i drove my 13 vert yesterday for first time without putting the tonneau cover on. i didnt like the way the top flapped just going 50 mph. i was more focused in watching it than driving . it really seemed to flap, maybe cause it was the first time i had top down without the tonnueau, but wasnt going to keep the top down long. but, since i have one, 2LT, i am going to use it all the time for now on

03-17-2014, 12:27 AM	#12
OrangeVert "Catharine" Drives: '11 2SS/RS LS-3 IOM/IO vert Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Southern NH Posts: 2,132	I put mine on if I'm doing any highway driving, around town I usually leave it off. __________________

03-17-2014, 06:16 AM	#13
basecar Drives: 2013 Crystal Red RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southern IL, Fla Posts: 59	I normally only put the cover on when I know I will be driving on the interstate highways. But I believe at 55 or 60 mph it does not hurt anything.

03-17-2014, 07:14 AM	#14
Baba Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USAREUR, CONUS/DOD-A, VA Posts: 1,745	I still have the original, old-style, clip-on tonneau cover and have driven with it on at speeds greater than 65 mph numerous times and it's always held. Although there has been very slight movement of the cover at times, I never got the impression (while driving and peering into the rearview mirror) that it would nor ever never did come loose. When I'm doing local driving or short beltway hops, I often don't use the tonneau cover. The biggest pain for me when affixing it is that I'm always concerned about my belt buckle scratching the paint. Although my tonneau has no damage (especially underside "delamination" as some originals have suffered) I believe I'm going to upgrade to the bungee one within the next month or two. My dealer always sends me coupons for up to $100 off on parts or service. That'll make the change a bit more palatable. __________________ 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Summit White Black Leather 3 Pedals Build Date: 06/27/2011 Purchased: 07/30/2011 Title Received: 08/15/2011 1984 Camaro (3rd Gen.): Traded: 1987 "Meet the new boss. Same as the old boss."