Leaky Top

[kerchunkie]

Interested in a 1970 Cutlass Convertible, but am told the top leaks near the back of the car (Between where the top goes and the trunk starts). I was told this was a fairly common problem. Something about a plastic trough that can be adjused to help redirect the rainwater. Any truth to this? Obviously I will check for water damage/rust behind the back seats. Responses appreciated.

[texasred]

There is indeed a plastic trough. What usually happens is that the plastic tabs break or strip through the screws holding it and it droops down. Check the trough with the top up and a flashlight. Look for rust in the trunk floorpan and under the spare tire (especially if it has a carpet or rubber mat) and the hollows behind the fenderwells.

C.J.

[kerchunkie]

Thanks for the info. I'll cross my fingers.

[kerchunkie]

Hey, is that plastic trough called the "well liner"?

[texasred]

Naw...a well liner is the big "bag" that the top lowers into. The plastic trough is called a "rain gutter".

C.J.