wind noise in rear pass side - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

billyspeed · 12-27-2011, 08:29 PM

ok i no this is a vert but i hear a lot of wind noise towards the right rear of my car. it sounds like the window is down a bit, but its not of course. its always there and not bad at lower speeds but abouve 50 its bad and just wrong at 70 plus... what are you guys doing to fix it if ya have it. either self fix or dealer fix......
and where should i be looking to find any issues..
thanks for any thoughts or help....

Druaga · 12-28-2011, 12:11 AM

I had the same problem. Took it to the dealer and they did fix it. I believe this is the fix your dealer can lookup - (PI0565 sep 13 2011). It was covered in this thread: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=171343&page=2

Drago77 · 12-28-2011, 06:54 AM

Mine was fixed by tightening the tension cables.... loud and annoying at first, perfectly silent since it was fixed

Baba · 12-28-2011, 12:41 PM

I have a bit of wind noise from the right rear as well but all looks tight and no water has leaked in. I don't see it as a problem and I'm learning to live with it. I may check with my dealer and see what can be done. Thanks for everyone's input. It's always good to know one's options.

billyspeed · 12-29-2011, 08:02 PM

thanks for the great info guys...

78RS_to_112SS · 12-30-2011, 09:25 PM

Hi guys,
This is my very FIRST post. In the "good old days" had a 1978 Camaro and have been missing it for about 26 years now. Today was the day I got to test drive a used 2011Camaro 2SS convertible. Problem was it was cold and snowing. I won't even talk about getting stuck in my yard as I am already kind of in love with it.

I did not get noise at the header or the right rear but did get a LOT of noise at the rear left window. It did sound like the window was down an inch and I kept trying to close it. Probably same kind of adjustment issue???

What all do you guys suggest I check and ask about? It has 9500 kilometers.

So far I am impressed with the way you guys work together. Nice family you have here.

I still have it in my garage so any suggestions will be appreciated.

Nutbutt · 12-31-2011, 08:37 AM

Best thing to do is bring it in to the dealer to have the cable in the top adjusted. This seems to have worked for my top.
I would also find out what dealer the car was originally bought from and see if they have and documentation on TSBs that were implemented.
Other wise just go out and enjoy your vert !

Quote:

Originally Posted by 78RS_to_112SS

Hi guys,
This is my very FIRST post. In the "good old days" had a 1978 Camaro and have been missing it for about 26 years now. Today was the day I got to test drive a used 2011Camaro 2SS convertible. Problem was it was cold and snowing. I won't even talk about getting stuck in my yard as I am already kind of in love with it.

I did not get noise at the header or the right rear but did get a LOT of noise at the rear left window. It did sound like the window was down an inch and I kept trying to close it. Probably same kind of adjustment issue???

What all do you guys suggest I check and ask about? It has 9500 kilometers.

So far I am impressed with the way you guys work together. Nice family you have here.

I still have it in my garage so any suggestions will be appreciated.

billyspeed · 01-01-2012, 09:11 AM

i found these pdf's im going to read and do them myself. i work in a bodyshop and they are simple enough, or you could take this info to your dealer as well and have them do it for you maybe that will help good luck in your fix.....
here is what i found.....
wind noise

PI0565.pdf

PI0482part1.pdf

PI0482part2.pdf

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?p=3892558 (read this thread, the pdfs our down a bit then click on them to read)

Quote:

Originally Posted by 78RS_to_112SS

Hi guys,
This is my very FIRST post. In the "good old days" had a 1978 Camaro and have been missing it for about 26 years now. Today was the day I got to test drive a used 2011Camaro 2SS convertible. Problem was it was cold and snowing. I won't even talk about getting stuck in my yard as I am already kind of in love with it.

I did not get noise at the header or the right rear but did get a LOT of noise at the rear left window. It did sound like the window was down an inch and I kept trying to close it. Probably same kind of adjustment issue???

What all do you guys suggest I check and ask about? It has 9500 kilometers.

So far I am impressed with the way you guys work together. Nice family you have here.

I still have it in my garage so any suggestions will be appreciated.

Jonny · 01-01-2012, 07:48 PM

This sounds like what I need. I had my top replaced, and was told I couldn't lower it for an entire month. It's been 2 or 3 weeks now, and the wind noise is absolutely awful, but they say they won't touch it until the full month has passed and the new top has "settled in."

I think maybe it's just time for a new dealer. Or is this normal?

Nutbutt · 01-01-2012, 08:33 PM

Well the typical time to not put down the top was 1 week. But it. Also depends on the weather. If its colder it will take a little longer, but 1 month

exflirt · 01-01-2012, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baba

I have a bit of wind noise from the right rear as well but all looks tight and no water has leaked in. I don't see it as a problem and I'm learning to live with it.

Why learn to live with it? Would you just live with other defects in a new car?

I had a Camaro convertible for 7 1/2 years, and for those with wind noise (I'm one of them), it is NOT normal. It's not due to the fact that it's a ragtop, it's not due to the fact that there is less noise insulation than in the coupe - when you drive your car and it sounds as if there is a window down when there's not, that's NOT how a "sound" ragtop sounds. Don't let coupe owners minimize the problem or those who are first-time convertible owners convince you otherwise.

Now if you are one of those who decide to live with defects in a brand new automobile, so be it. But for those of us who would like Chevy to come up with a comprehensive solution for our top problems, this whole thing is getting a bit old.

With all that said, I adoooooooooooooooooore my car.

wanted it · 01-02-2012, 07:32 PM

I'm new to the forum, but glad i'm not the only one with the wind noise issue, gonna take it in and see what they can do, thanks for all the knowledge

v8 · 01-02-2012, 07:43 PM

Mine has wind noise, my last convertible, a 2009 Mustang GT was quiet when the top was up, this car has much more noise

20camaro12 · 01-03-2012, 02:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by exflirt

Why learn to live with it? Would you just live with other defects in a new car?

I had a Camaro convertible for 7 1/2 years, and for those with wind noise (I'm one of them), it is NOT normal. It's not due to the fact that it's a ragtop, it's not due to the fact that there is less noise insulation than in the coupe - when you drive your car and it sounds as if there is a window down when there's not, that's NOT how a "sound" ragtop sounds. Don't let coupe owners minimize the problem or those who are first-time convertible owners convince you otherwise.

Now if you are one of those who decide to live with defects in a brand new automobile, so be it. But for those of us who would like Chevy to come up with a comprehensive solution for our top problems, this whole thing is getting a bit old.

With all that said, I adoooooooooooooooooore my car.

+1. Well said!!!!

12-27-2011, 08:29 PM	#1
billyspeed BILLYSPEED Drives: 2016 black camaro SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Williamstown N.J. Posts: 640	wind noise in rear pass side ok i no this is a vert but i hear a lot of wind noise towards the right rear of my car. it sounds like the window is down a bit, but its not of course. its always there and not bad at lower speeds but abouve 50 its bad and just wrong at 70 plus... what are you guys doing to fix it if ya have it. either self fix or dealer fix...... and where should i be looking to find any issues.. thanks for any thoughts or help....

12-28-2011, 12:11 AM	#2
Druaga Drives: 2012 2SS/RS VR Vert Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: St. Peters, Missouri Posts: 33	I had the same problem. Took it to the dealer and they did fix it. I believe this is the fix your dealer can lookup - (PI0565 sep 13 2011). It was covered in this thread: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=171343&page=2 __________________ 05/26/11(1102) Order entered. 07/21/11(4000) Vehicle Available to Ship 07/21/11(4104) Invoice Created 07/21/11 (4B00) Vehicle Bayed 07/27/11 (4106) Vehicle Left Plant Property 07/27/11 (4150) Invoiced 08/17/11 (4200) Shipped 08/23/11 (4800) Rail Ramp Unloaded 08/24/11 (5000) Vehicle Delivered to Dealer 08/24/11 (6000) Vehicle Delivered to Customer

12-28-2011, 06:54 AM	#3
Drago77 Treasure Coast Camaro 5 Drives: 19 2SS vert, Mosaic Blk, A10 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 4,565 View My Garage	Mine was fixed by tightening the tension cables.... loud and annoying at first, perfectly silent since it was fixed __________________ My build:http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=132722 http://www.treasurecoastcamaro5.com

12-28-2011, 12:41 PM	#4
Baba Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USAREUR, CONUS/DOD-A, VA Posts: 1,745	I have a bit of wind noise from the right rear as well but all looks tight and no water has leaked in. I don't see it as a problem and I'm learning to live with it. I may check with my dealer and see what can be done. Thanks for everyone's input. It's always good to know one's options. __________________ 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."

01-01-2012, 07:48 PM	#9
Jonny Drives: 2011 2LT RS Convertible Camaro Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Near Austin, Texas Posts: 329	This sounds like what I need. I had my top replaced, and was told I couldn't lower it for an entire month. It's been 2 or 3 weeks now, and the wind noise is absolutely awful, but they say they won't touch it until the full month has passed and the new top has "settled in." I think maybe it's just time for a new dealer. Or is this normal? __________________ 2011 "Victory Red" Camaro 2LT Convertible RS • Custom Painted "Corvette Black" Racing Stripes • SLP Rear Quarter Gill Graphics • Painted Engine Cover • EmblemPros Underhood Bowtie • River City Creations Custom Painted Bowties • Vararam Intake • JDP V6 VMAX Ported Throttle Body • Hypertech Max Energy Programming • ******** Large Sub Enclosure • 10" DC Sound Labs Level Four Subwoofer • Sundown SAX-1200d Amp • 2SSRS Rear View Backup Camera Kit

12-29-2011, 08:02 PM	#5
billyspeed BILLYSPEED Drives: 2016 black camaro SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Williamstown N.J. Posts: 640	thanks for the great info guys...

12-30-2011, 09:25 PM	#6
78RS_to_112SS Finally back in a Camaro Drives: was 1978 RS, NOW 2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: NORTHERN, Ontario Posts: 208 View My Garage	Hi guys, This is my very FIRST post. In the "good old days" had a 1978 Camaro and have been missing it for about 26 years now. Today was the day I got to test drive a used 2011Camaro 2SS convertible. Problem was it was cold and snowing. I won't even talk about getting stuck in my yard as I am already kind of in love with it. I did not get noise at the header or the right rear but did get a LOT of noise at the rear left window. It did sound like the window was down an inch and I kept trying to close it. Probably same kind of adjustment issue??? What all do you guys suggest I check and ask about? It has 9500 kilometers. So far I am impressed with the way you guys work together. Nice family you have here. I still have it in my garage so any suggestions will be appreciated.

01-01-2012, 08:33 PM	#10
Nutbutt Drives: 2011 RJT 2LT/RS Convertible Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Western Massachusetts Posts: 3,381 View My Garage	Well the typical time to not put down the top was 1 week. But it. Also depends on the weather. If its colder it will take a little longer, but 1 month __________________ 1st IPF Supercharged 2011 2LT/RS RJT Convertible

01-02-2012, 07:32 PM	#12
wanted it Drives: Camaro SS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Carlin, NV Posts: 3	I'm new to the forum, but glad i'm not the only one with the wind noise issue, gonna take it in and see what they can do, thanks for all the knowledge

01-02-2012, 07:43 PM	#13
v8 Drives: 19 Z06 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Oakville Ont. Posts: 1,427	Mine has wind noise, my last convertible, a 2009 Mustang GT was quiet when the top was up, this car has much more noise __________________ Gone but not forgotten: 1974 Corvette Stingray 454 1986 Z28 2009 Mustang GT convertible 2012 45th 2SS Vert 2013 ZL1 M6 2014 Zl1 M6 2014 GT500 2016 Challenger Hellcat M6 www.youtube.com/c/garageking

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