04-27-2016, 11:49 PM | #1 |
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convertible top header panel
Hi all I am having a problem with the header panel inside camaro looks like pass side screws broken off and now major rattle every time hit a bump this is the plastic panel that has the top release handle hardware under it i pulled plastic panel down 1/4 of inch i could see broken plastic inside this part looks like its is fasten from outside before convertible top is put on frame i have no idea how this got damaged and if dealer can repair it without removing roof has this happen to any you guys i
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04-28-2016, 08:23 AM | #2 |
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Mine had two cracked screw bosses. My dealer tried to epoxy it last fall, but it has come loose over time. I am headed back there in a few weeks to try again.
-Geoff
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04-28-2016, 08:30 AM | #3 |
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One broke on my driver side and was rattling, I cured it with very high strength 3m double sided tape, it's been over a year and a half and still rattle free
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04-28-2016, 10:14 AM | #4 |
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That panel is all one piece when replaced by the dealer. My handle got a little loose and they had to replace the entire panel as no parts could be ordered for the panel. So basically, if you can't come up with a fix, they will have to replace the whole thing. The top does NOT have to be removed though. Good luck.
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04-28-2016, 11:38 AM | #5 |
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Yup mine broken too!
I think you have to do something with the top to access the screws that hold the panel on if I am not mistaken?
Mine is broke as well and I want to do it myself but it appears the top needs to come back enough to access the fasteners.
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04-28-2016, 02:50 PM | #6 |
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what caused yours bosses to crack???? I got my Camaro used so I have no idea why mine was damaged but I am thinking now may have to do when top is put down but not sure
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04-28-2016, 04:34 PM | #7 |
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Dealer doing a recall broke mine but I didn't realize it till later
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04-28-2016, 08:42 PM | #8 | |
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I was just at the dealer today, and it looks like they will replace my top under warranty (if they decide it was a wear issue) so I plan on getting this panel replaced too. -Geoff
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04-28-2016, 09:11 PM | #9 |
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I could pry my trim piece down some from the driver seat, and then inserted something similar to this and haven't had an issue since and it has been like 1 or 2 years
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04-29-2016, 08:10 AM | #10 |
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That's some seriously sticky 3M tape!!! Terrific stuff!
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06-15-2016, 07:02 PM | #11 |
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Just had mine break for the third time, warranty ended in april. Last replacement lasted just anout a year.. Not happy, opened a case with GM Customer service. I suggest everyone with this issue do the same.
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06-15-2016, 07:38 PM | #12 |
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Is there an updated part or will GM put same part that keeps breaking on ?????
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06-15-2016, 07:44 PM | #13 |
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Probably the same stupid part. If they refuse to fix mine again and if I can figure how to get it removed I am going to design a part on my 3D printer to re-enforce those bosses.
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07-24-2016, 04:47 PM | #14 |
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Mine has been bugging me for a while. Finally took it out today to try and fix it, three of the four bosses were broken. Hope this fix lasts. Luckily the replacement part is only $35. Took all about 5 minutes to remove. It's not hard at all. Just a bunch of torx 25 bolts.
They break because it's a shitty design.
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