Question For The Targa Folks
04-08-2009, 11:51 AM
#34
Rennlist Member
04-08-2009, 08:06 PM
#37
AutoX
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 13
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
My 2 cents with wind noise and squeaks on a Targa...
I have minimal wind noise with my rebuilt Targa top. Make sure the leading edge of the top (Stitched vinyl edge) is angled down into the top front portion of the Targa frame above the windshield. If the vinyl top material is above the metal (painted) edge, you're going to have lots of wind noise. I've had my top rebuilt twice (attempted break in for the second repair) and my upholstery guy told me it that the leading edge needs to angle down for minimal wind noise. Comparing the old top with the newly rebuilt top, he is absolutely correct. I have seen many pictures of Targa tops with that vinyl edge protruding above the metal frame above the windshield. That creates leaks and lots of noise. BTW, the front seal is original and in great shape and the side seals are intact as well.
As far as squeaks go, I use 3M silicon paste on the rubber Targa seals (Not the side seals) and pins. I know this has been mentioned before, but I think it's a useful tip!
The Viking
1987 Carrera 3.2 Targa - L35Y
I have minimal wind noise with my rebuilt Targa top. Make sure the leading edge of the top (Stitched vinyl edge) is angled down into the top front portion of the Targa frame above the windshield. If the vinyl top material is above the metal (painted) edge, you're going to have lots of wind noise. I've had my top rebuilt twice (attempted break in for the second repair) and my upholstery guy told me it that the leading edge needs to angle down for minimal wind noise. Comparing the old top with the newly rebuilt top, he is absolutely correct. I have seen many pictures of Targa tops with that vinyl edge protruding above the metal frame above the windshield. That creates leaks and lots of noise. BTW, the front seal is original and in great shape and the side seals are intact as well.
As far as squeaks go, I use 3M silicon paste on the rubber Targa seals (Not the side seals) and pins. I know this has been mentioned before, but I think it's a useful tip!
The Viking
1987 Carrera 3.2 Targa - L35Y
04-08-2009, 08:27 PM
#39
I replaced my front seal from Dan at carsinc and it made a huge difference in how the front of the top sat and wind noise.
3M Silcon paste can I get that from Pep Boys or Autozone? I used the S2000 lube everytime after washings, is the 3M semi permanent?
3M Silcon paste can I get that from Pep Boys or Autozone? I used the S2000 lube everytime after washings, is the 3M semi permanent?
Last edited by DRACO A5OG; 04-08-2009 at 09:00 PM.
04-08-2009, 08:33 PM
#40
Team Owner
was it expensive ? mine is in good shape but for a small investment it would be good project.
did you stick it with 3M weatherstrip adhesive ?
did you stick it with 3M weatherstrip adhesive ?
04-08-2009, 09:09 PM
#43
Team Owner
dow corning is the "conditioner . But the seals have to be glued on to the car so I am wondering what people are using. I don't like weatherstrip adhesive as it is balck and hardens to much. I want soemthing that stays tacky forever.