Chevy Cavalier Z24 Convertable leak. Help!?

Question

Howdy. My 1999 Chevy Cavalier z24 convertable leaks. The top is fine. It's the rubber seal thing that runs along the passenger side window (i.e. where the window meets the top) that is the problem. It is like worn down, and water, after an hour or so of raining, will eventually drip its way into the car and onto the passenger seat (leaving a decent sized puddle on the seat if it rains overnight) or on the passenger. :o(

Can this be fixed? I'm not sure what thatr ubber part is called, how much it would cost, where i can get it fixed, etc. It just bugs the crap out of me (and my passengers haha).

It sort of leaks on the driver's side too. Same problem...but not NEARLY as much. at most, after a few hours of hard rain, ill get a little wet spot on my seat... or a couple drips while im diriving on my left arm or something. but the passenger side drips 1x every 10-15 seconds

Answer 1

Get Some Siclion Spary Lube It Will Sofen Up And Maybe Work The Rubber A Bit To Pull Back To Shape!

Answer 2

The part you need is called a roof rail weatherstrip--call a dealer parts dept and order it from them--make sure they order it for a convertible and for the location above the door glass. Had a lot of problems with conv tops leaking in those years and when you have it installed, see if they can adjust the door glass upwards a little to seal better against the weatherstrip if necessary. Or just have the glass adjusted to fit the old seal better for now. Weatherstrips run about 80.00 apiece or so if I recall. Glass company may be able to do it or body shop or regular garage. Call around for price to install.

Answer 3

Have you called a local dealership to see if you can buy the part your needing? Also try your local trim shops that install soft tops. Many times they can repair a decent top without costing you a lot. A couple phone calls might answer you question quickly.

Answer 4

trow that thing off a clif.