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Posted by: jmargush Jun 1 2023, 02:00 PM

I have been trying to chase down some small annoying noises in preparation for a long road trip.

I replaced my targa top seals last year and now I believe I still have a squeak coming form the rear latches.

Has anyone else experienced this? Is there a fix anyone knows of?

this post can be deleted I accidentally posted it in the paddock but have since posted it on the garage.

Posted by: 914 Ranch Jun 1 2023, 09:15 PM

Yeah, I have a had squeak from the passenger side latch for years now. But now I think it's become part of selective hearing.

Posted by: rhodyguy Jun 3 2023, 10:08 AM

A couple of smaller pieces of adhesive backed felt, in the recesses, cures the stand off squeaks.

Posted by: wndsrfr Jun 3 2023, 08:43 PM

THere's also teflon tape with adhesive backing that you can apply in certain spots. Don't overlook the latch itself--the hook part can rub against the metal post in the top and the smallest motion will squeak--a bit of lube may help with that or try wrapping some teflon tape there also.....good luck!
OTOH, open up your intakes and put on the megaphones & TA-DA no squeaks anymore!!

Posted by: campbellcj Jun 5 2023, 07:10 PM

I've used (tried) the 'fuzzy' side of self-stick velcro strips with some success

Posted by: GregAmy Jun 6 2023, 06:05 AM

Isn't your top supposed to be bolted down anyway?

Add more baffles to the SuperTrapp to make the squeak go away.

(Yes, yes, I know it's in the wrong forum. But we can still have fun with it anyway.)

Posted by: stownsen914 Jun 10 2023, 06:30 AM

I had an issue with a piece of the interior trim rubbing against the windshield frame once, and it made an annoying squeak. A little talc made it stop.