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mbspeed · 04-28-2016, 12:49 AM

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

SomeGeoffGuy · 04-28-2016, 09:23 AM

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

Moreair1 · 04-28-2016, 09:30 AM

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

The Patriot · 04-28-2016, 11:14 AM

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.

68rssscamaro · 04-28-2016, 12:38 PM

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.

mbspeed · 04-28-2016, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by SomeGeoffGuy

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

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

Moreair1 · 04-28-2016, 05:34 PM

Dealer doing a recall broke mine but I didn't realize it till later

SomeGeoffGuy · 04-28-2016, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Moreair1

Dealer doing a recall broke mine but I didn't realize it till later

Mine too. Part of the top disassembly has them removing this panel and they probably bust the the bosses when they hit it with their 500 lb ft impact gun.

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

Moreair1 · 04-28-2016, 10:11 PM

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

Baba · 04-29-2016, 09:10 AM

That's some seriously sticky 3M tape!!! Terrific stuff!

Angrybird 12 · 06-15-2016, 08:02 PM

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.

mbspeed · 06-15-2016, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

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.

Is there an updated part or will GM put same part that keeps breaking on ?????

Angrybird 12 · 06-15-2016, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mbspeed

Is there an updated part or will GM put same part that keeps breaking on ?????

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.

SUX2BU · 07-24-2016, 05:47 PM

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.

04-28-2016, 12:49 AM	#1
mbspeed Drives: 2015 CAMARO SS LS3 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: mass Posts: 145	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

04-28-2016, 09:23 AM	#2
SomeGeoffGuy Drives: 2023 2SS Convertible Join Date: May 2009 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 1,188	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 __________________ '12 2SS RS Convertible - Traded in. '16 2SS Convertible - White on white, mag-ride, NPP, nav. Sold! '23 2SS Convertible -Same as above except orange.

04-28-2016, 09:30 AM	#3
Moreair1 Drives: 2011 ss convertible Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,329 View My Garage	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 __________________ Cai intake and a few other mods😎

04-28-2016, 11:14 AM	#4
The Patriot Drives: 2014 2SS/RS VERT Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Idaho Posts: 454	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. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS Vert. "Today I didn't even have to use my AK, I got ta' say it was a good day"

04-28-2016, 12:38 PM	#5
68rssscamaro Camaro: A Legend Reborn!! Drives: SOLD: 12 2SS/RS LS3 45th Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: NY Posts: 743 View My Garage	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. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

04-28-2016, 05:34 PM	#7
Moreair1 Drives: 2011 ss convertible Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,329 View My Garage	Dealer doing a recall broke mine but I didn't realize it till later __________________ Cai intake and a few other mods😎

04-28-2016, 10:11 PM	#9
Moreair1 Drives: 2011 ss convertible Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,329 View My Garage	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 Attached Images __________________ Cai intake and a few other mods😎

04-29-2016, 09:10 AM	#10
Baba Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USAREUR, CONUS/DOD-A, VA Posts: 1,745	That's some seriously sticky 3M tape!!! Terrific stuff! __________________ 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."

06-15-2016, 08:02 PM	#11
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,546	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. __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

07-24-2016, 05:47 PM	#14
SUX2BU Quit being a pu$$y Drives: FAST Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Sachse TX (DFW) Posts: 5,825 View My Garage	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. Attached Images __________________ <----- Click HERE to see ALL of my mods/write ups