service CHEVROLET CAMARO 1967 1.G Chassis Workshop Manual

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1.
Roof Panel

2.
Window Weatherstrip Assembly

3. Lower Weatherstrip - Rear

4.
Lower Weatherstrip - Side

5. Lower Weatherstrip Retaining

Screw
Fig.
83—Hard Top Weatherstrip and Moldings

6. Door Window Weatherstrip

Assembly

7. Door Window Weatherstrip

Retaining Screws

8. Side Reveal Molding

9.
Window Frame Reinforcement
10.
Window

IK Retainer - Window Reveal

Molding Upper

12.
Frame - Window Lower

13.
Plate - Inner

14.
Plate - Outer

11.
Trim excess or loose strands of fiberglass from

patch.

12.
If low spots exist, prepare another plastic mixture

of resin and hardener and mix thoroughly. To this

mixture add short fibers cut from glass cloth to

give the mixture a putty-like consistency.
13.
Liberally apply the plastic mixture with a spatula

to fracture and surrounding area. Deposit enough

material build-up to allow for filing and sanding

operations.

14.
Allow the patch to harden.

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Fig.
84-Hard Top Window Moldings

1.
Retainer - Lower Reveal

Molding - Center

2.
Cap - Lower Reveal

Molding - Center

3. Nut - Special Molding

Retaining

4.
Molding - Lower Reveal

- Left Hand
5. Cap - Lower Reveal

- Left Hand

6. Molding - Upper Reveal

- Left Hand

7. Screw - Lower Reveal

Molding Retaining

8. Retainer - Lower Reveal

Molding - Left Hand
MARKS MADE WHEN

MOLDINGS REMOVED

15.
File or grind patch to match the general contour of

the panel. Exercise care when performing these

operations to avoid gouging the patch or surrounding

panel.

16.
Use plastic solder as necessary to fill any

imperfections.

17.
Allow fill to harden, then sand finish preparatory

to paint operation.
Fig.
86—Installing Reveal Molding Retainers

Panel Replacement

To install a replacement panel, the following method

may be used. Various repair panels are available for

service. See Repair Panels in general instructions at

beginning of this section. These complete panels may

be used or sections may be cut to accommodate the

type of repair necessary. The panels should be fitted

in and all attaching parts installed to insure proper

alignment.

Fig.
85-Marking Molding Position
Fig.
87—Placing Shim Stock Behind Retainers

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Fig.
88—Applying Sealer to Frame

To replace panel, proceed as follows:

1.
Cut out damaged panel with a hacksaw blade and

thoroughly remove all dirt and paint from the under-

side of the old panel or panels for a distance of

approximately 2 to 3 inches back from the attaching

line.

2.
Remove the paint from the finish side, for a distance

of 2 to 3 inches on the panel adjacent to the replace-

ment panel location with lacquer solvent, or its

equivalent.

Scuff the surface on both the replacement panel and

adjacent panel for a distance of 2 to 3 inches back

from the attaching line and wipe clean.

Bevel all attaching edges at approximately 30° across

the entire thickness of the plastic so a single "V"

butt joint will be formed on the finish surface when
3.

4.
Fig. 90—Pulling Cord From Weatherstrip

the pieces are joined. If the replacement panel does

not fit closely to the break, reshape to suit.

5.
Cut two backup pieces of woven glass fiber cloth

to run the entire length of the joint or shorter

lengths of fiber cloth may be lapped over entire

length of joint, also cut wide enough to lap the

junction line on either side by two or three inches.

6. Prepare a sufficient amount of liquid plastic in an

un-waxed paper cup by mixing resin with hardener

(See Resin Repair procedure).

7.
Align replacement panel, then clamp panel in place

to form a closed "V" butt joint at the panel junction.

When panel cannot be clamped, use 3/1.6" bolts with

large washer on inner and outer of panel to hold

panels in alignment or use straps and sheet metal

screws.

Fig. 89—Installing Window Assembly

Fig. 91—Applying Sealer to Weatherstrip

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Fig.
92—Applying Cement to Window

8. Impregnate backup plies of woven glass cloth with

prepared plastic mixture by dipping or brushing.

Remove excess plastic from cloth by squeezing.

9. Place impregnated backup plies on underside of

panels. If necessary, hold backup plies in place with

paper until plastic "gels."

10.
Prepare another plastic mixture of resin and

hardener and mix thoroughly. To this mixture add

Fig.
93—Removing Feeler Stock
cut glass fiber (1/2" lengths) until mixture has a

putty-like consistency, or utilize glass cloth.

11.
Fill "V" groove with reinforced plastic material

or saturated glass cloth. Build up surrounding area

with sufficient material to allow for finish

operations.

12.
Allow patch to harden.

1.3. File or sand (#80-D sandpaper) to general panel

contour.

14.
Allow plastic fill to harden, then sand, preparatory

to paint operations.

HARD TOP

CARE AND STORAGE

The outside painted finish of the hard top should be

cleaned the same way as the rest of the car. The inside

headlining should be cleaned as outlined under Cleaning

Soft Trim.

When not using hard top, store it indoors where it can

be kept clean and dry. If the top is to be stored for a long

period of time, keep it covered to avoid dirt settling on

top and headlining. It is not advisable, however, to wrap

top assembly in a manner which will stop air circulation.

The hard top rear window is plexiglas and should be

cared for in exactly the same manner as outlined for the

convertible top rear window (see Care of Folding Top

in this section). Never scrape ice from rear window-

scratches are sure to result.

REAR WINDOW

Consult Figures 83 and 84 for parts identification.

Removal

1.
Remove hard top from vehicle. Place protective

covering over headlining.

2.
Remove screws retaining lower reveal moldings and

cap.

3.
Mark position of right hand upper reveal molding

end on top (fig. 85) and pry molding out of weather-

strip.
Repeat on left hand molding.

4.
Remove rear garnish moldings as outlined farther

on in this section.

5. Working from inside of top, carefully work weather-

strip from frame flange and push weatherstrip-

window assembly toward rear of top until free of

window frame.

6. Remove weatherstrip from window and inspect care-

fully. If weatherstrip is damaged, it should be dis-

carded. If it is in usable condition, clean off all

foreign material.

Installation

1.
Clean window frame of all old sealer, dirt, etc.

Remove and discard upper reveal molding retainers.

2.
Install twelve new upper reveal molding retainers

using mark made when removing reveal moldings

as guide. The two middle retainers should be 2"

center to center, those remaining should be approxi-

mately 7" apart as shown in Figure 86.

3.
As an aid to engaging reveal moldings in retainers

later on, place a short length of feeler stock behind

each as shown in Figure 87.

4.
Install weatherstrip on window.

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Fig.
94—Garnish Moldings and Latch

1.
Molding - Latch

2.
Latch Assembly

3. Molding - Forward Header

4. Molding - Rear Upper
5. Molding - Rear Lower

6. Molding - Side

7. Molding - Forward Comer

8. Guide

8.

9,
Starting at bottom center of glass, insert a piece of

heavy cord, such as chalk line, in groove of weather-

strip.
Cut the cord long enough so that about 10" of

free length exists at- each end after going around the

weatherstrip. Tie ends of the cord together in over-

hand knot and tape loose ends to inside surface glass.

Masking tape may be used to hold weatherstrip to

glass (fig. 89).

Apply a bead of sealer such as 3M1170 or equivalent

to apex of frame as shown in Figure 88.

Place window assembly in opening as shown in

Figure 89.

Grasp ends of cord and pull toward front of top

assembly. Exert gentle but firm pressure on outside

of window in the area where string is emerging from

weatherstrip. Figure 90 shows action of string on

weatherstrip; lip of seal is pulled out of frame apex

and over frame flange.

When string has been removed, carefully inspect

seating of lip over entire perimeter of window,

paying particular attention to corners. Remove tape

strips if used.
10.
Apply a band of sealer in groove formed by weather-

strip and edge of window opening as shown in Figure

91.

11.
Inject a moderate quantity of cement (3M-6699B or

its equivalent) between window and weatherstrip as

shown in Figure 92.

12.
Install garnish and reveal moldings in reverse order

of removal. Note that upper reveal molding flanges

must pass between retainer and feeler stock. Feeler

stock is removed as molding is installed as shown

in Figure 93.

GARNISH MOLDINGS AND LATCHES

Figure 94 shows garnish molding and latch installation.

Note that latch may be adjusted to regulate header weath-

erstrip pressure on windshield frame. To adjust latch,

mark original position, loosen mounting screws and move

latch in desired direction. Be sure latch is engaged in

serrations before tightening mounting screws.

When removing garnish moldings, note that short

moldings under latches (Item I, Figure 94) are the

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Fig.
95—Removing Headlining

or first to be removed; next in order of pro-

gression are Items 5 and 6. Items 3, 4, and 7 may then

be removed.

HEADLINING

Removal

1.
Remove all garnish moldings.

2.
Pull damaged headlining from top (fig. 95).

3.
Soak remaining particles of sponge which cling to

top with Prep-Sol or its equivalent and scrape off

(fig. 96).

Installation

Be sure that top inner surface is clean and dry before

applying cement. Use only cement specified as suitable

for polyfoam material and follow directions supplied

with package. Install garnish moldings in reverse order

of removal.

WEATHERSTRIP AND DRIP MOLDINGS

Figure 97 and 98 illustrate installation of moldings

and weatherstrips on a hard top. Assembly and dis-

assembly of many of these parts will be apparent upon

study of the figures, but do not attempt servicing until

reading the following special information.

Outer Weatherstrips (Item 8, Fig. 97)

Outer weatherstrip is attached to drip moldings with

retainers as shown in view A, Figure 97. To replace

weatherstrip, the weatherstrip drip molding assembly

is removed from the top as a unit and the weatherstrip

may then be removed from under retainers. Replace

any broken or distorted retainers with new parts. Do

not install drip molding-weatherstrip assembly until

familiarizing yourself with Special Sealer information

which follows weatherstrip instructions.

Inner Forward Weatherstrips (Item 9, Fig. 97)

These are cemented to inner side weatherstrips (item
Fig.
96—Cleaning Top Inner Surface

5, Figure 97) and are retained to the top frame with

barbed plastic retainers which are pushed into holes in

frame. Figure 99 shows a cross section of weatherstrip

and retainer.

Weatherstrip Special Sealer

A polyurethane sealer which may be obtained through

Chevrolet parts sources must be applied between top

frame surface and the following moldings whenever they

are removed for service and reinstalled or installed new:

Figure 97 Item 3

Figure 97 Item 4

Figure 97 Item 10

Figure 98 Item 8

Top frame and moldings to be reused must have all

old sealer removed and be free of grease, dirt, etc.

Follow directions supplied with sealer carefully to insure

a successful job. Figure 100 shows sealer being applied.

VINYL COVERING ON REMOVABLE HARDTOP

Removal

1.
Remove weatherstrip assemblies.

2.
Remove reveal moldings.

3.
Place masking tape on clean plastic rear window for

protection. Roof glue solvent will harm the rear

window if it is allowed to come in contact.

4.
Prior to removing fabric cover, application of heat

to cemented areas will permit easier loosening of

cemented edges.

CAUTION: Apply heat by lamps held 18" (mini-

mum) from fabric only until fabric is warm. If

lamps are held too close, or fabric cover is

heated over 200°F, the fabric may loose its

grain, blister, or become very shinyT

5. Loosen cemented edges of fabric roof cover.

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VIEW A

VIEW B

Fig.
97—Weatherstrip and Drip Moldings

1.
Headlining

2.
Roof Panel

3. Cap

4.
Drip Molding -

Side
5. Weatherstrip Assembly

- Inner Side

6. Weatherstrip Assembly

- Retaining Screw
7. Weatherstrip Assembly

- Retaining Screw Special

8. Weatherstrip Assembly

- Outer
9. Weatherstrip Assembly - Inner Forward

10.
Drip Molding - Forward

11.
Retainer - Weatherstrip Assembly,

Outer

Installation

1.
Wipe roof panel with a Xylol solvent such as 3M

Adhesive cleaner or equivalent, should be used to

remove or smooth but excess old cement. Apply

solvent and allow to soak before rubbing.

2.
Where possible, install new cover at room tempera-

ture (approximately 72 s) to permit easier fitting and

removing of wrinkles from the cover assembly.

3.
Determine center line of roof panel by marking

center points on front of hard top and back window

opening. Fold cover lengthwise. Lay cover on roof

panel. Determine overhang (approximately 1").

4.
Apply nitrile non-staining vinyl trim adhesive (such

as 3M Vinyl Trim Adhesive) to the ropf panel ad-

jacent to center line of fabric roof cover. *

5V Application of nitrile vinyl trim cement should be as

thin as possible. An excessive amount of cement may

result in trapped solvents (blisters) between fabric
cover and roof panel. A mohair roller should be used

for thin adhesive application.

NOTE:
If nitrile non-staining cement is not

available, neoprene type non-staining weather-

strip cement (3M weatherstrip cement or

equivalent) may be used.

6. Apply cement to entire fabric roof cover.

NOTE:
Allow approximately 15 minutes for

7.
cement to dry.

Fold vinyl cover back to contact adhesive on roof

panel. Vinyl cover seam must be parallel to center-

line of vehicle.

8. Repeat above steps for opposite side of
roof.

9. Use suitable spatula or roller to remove wrinkles

and/or bubbles from vinyl cover.

10.
Trim excess vinyl around entire top to provide a

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Fig.
98—Hardtop Weatherstrips and Moldings

1.
Roof Pane!

2.
Window Weatherstrip

Assembly

3. Lower Weatherstrip -

Rear
4.
Lower Weatherstrip

- Side

5. Lower Weatherstrip

Retaining Screw

6. Door Window Weatherstrip

Assembly
7. Door Window Weatherstrip

Retaining Screws

8. Side Reveal Molding

9. Window Frame

Reinforcement

10.
Window
11.
Retainer - Window Reveal

Molding Upper

12.
Frame - Window Lower

13.
Plate, Inner

14.
Plate, Outer

minimum of 1/2" flange which will be cemented to

substructure of removable hardtop with adhesive.

11.
Reinstall reveal moldings and weatherstrips.

Vinyl Roof Cover Repairs

Certain types of fabric roof cover discrepancies- can
successfully be repaired without replacing or removing

the cover.

Scuffs or Small Cuts Near Exterior Moldings

If a small cut is present, an attempt should be made to

cement the loose ends prior to performing the following:

1.
Obtain a scrap piece of fabric roof cover material,

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Fig.
99—Inner Forward Weatherstrip

or material from a hidden area directly on complaint

. car (such as under reveal moldings).

2.
Using an electric wood burning needle or low heat.

soldering gun, scrape off an appropriate amount of

vinyl from scrap piece of material or from hidden

area and immediately apply to scuffed or cut area on

car.

CAUTION: Be certain low heat is maintained to

prevent discoloration of cover.

3.
Carefully blend applied vinyl to fabric roof cover,

utilizing electric needle or soldering gun.

Wrinkles, Blisters and Bubbles

1.
Pierce each wrinkle, blister and bubble on fabric

roof cover with a small needle.

2.
Completely saturate a clean shop towel with water

and wring out.

3.
Apply cloth to wrinkle or blistered area.

4.
Apply a home type laundry iron over shop towel using

back and forth strokes until towel is dry. (If iron

has heat control settings, control should be set to

"wool".)

CAUTION: Do not continue to use iron after

towel has become dry as
excess,
heat may cause

permanent damage to vinyl roof cover.

5.
Remove towel and4nspect area. If slight wrinkles or

blisters are still present, perform the following

steps:

6. Using a syringe and hypodermic needle filled with

clear water, inject sufficient water into wrinkle or

bubble to dampen fabric backing.

7.
Repeat steps 2 through 4.
FOLDING TOP

CARE OF THE FOLDING TOP

To avoid water stains, mildew, or possible shrinkage

of the top material, do not keep the top folded for ex-

tended periods of time if it is damp or water soaked.

Permit top to dry out in a raised position before stowing.

Also avoid pasting advertising stickers, gummed labels

or masking" tape on the plastic back window. In addition

to being difficult to remove, the adhesive on these

stickers may also be injurious to the plastic composition

of the window.

Care of Rear Window

The large plastic rear window in the folding top will

remain in good condition for the life of the top if given

proper care. Due to the texture of the plastic window,

it is susceptible to scratches and abrasions; therefore,

when cleaning the window, follow the steps outlined below.

Fig.
100-Applying Sealer

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TOP
TRIM

TACKING
STRIP ^^^^^N^v^J

VIEW
A
WEATHERSTRIP

s

y

T\ TOP TRIM >.

HEADER PANEL
-

TOP PAD
^^

A
x. TOP
TRIM

V

Fig.
103-Trim at Header

CAUTION: Never use solvents such as alcohol

or volatile cleaning agents on the plastic window.

These liquids may have a deteriorating effect on

the plastic and if spilled, may spot the painted

finish on the rear body panels directly below

the rear window.

3.
When removing frost, snow or ice from the plastic

window, DO NOT USE A SCRAPER. In an emer-

gency, warm water may be used. Use care that the

warm water does not contact the glass windows or

windshield.
ADJUSTMENTS

To correct variations in the top fit, adjustments may

be made at three locations shown in Figure 101. A

combination of adjustments may be necessary to correct

any given problem, including door and window adjust-

ments which are covered elsewhere in this section.

Fig. 104—Rear Bow Retaining Screws
Fig. 105—Installing Trim and Weatherstrip to Rear Bow

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