As an owner of a c5 & c6 coup, i have always been aware of the wind noise that occurs when the roof is removed and my speed increases. (windows down) however , while watching several of the u tube videos it seemed to me that the problem my have been addressed and resolved. Does anyone have any knowledge of this issue being fixed. Jmc
Wind noise or not, that is the question
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I should explain that years ago there use to be a fix for the wind noise. A small type of hook that would allow you to open the hatch and keep it slightly opened to help the air move through and out of the car . That would eliminate the wind noise. Today with all these vents directing the air about i thought that perhaps that some consideration was given to the problem. The audio during all the u- tube videos i've seen is so good that i thought that something had to have been done. Jmc
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Took my top off for the first time Saturday. Wind noise was less with windows down. Windows up there was a weird pulsing noise, like the wind was vibrating something in the car. Need more seat time with the top off to see if it was just the cold. Ready for warmer weather!
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jmc: I am not sure what you are asking. I drive with RedHot's top off a lot. At normal speeds, say 50 or less, with the windows down, you can converse without any issue (unless of course you don't have a passenger, in that case you look a bit silly 
), as your speed gets above 45 to 50 I have found that by experimenting with the driver and passenger window height you can eliminate most wind noise (seems like it is quietest with the windows up about 3/4ths of the way. Above 65 you get wind noise as you do in any open top vehicle but certainly no more than in a convertible even if they have a wind buffer. Under no circumstances would I drive with the rear hatch open even if secured least you suck in the exhaust.
), as your speed gets above 45 to 50 I have found that by experimenting with the driver and passenger window height you can eliminate most wind noise (seems like it is quietest with the windows up about 3/4ths of the way. Above 65 you get wind noise as you do in any open top vehicle but certainly no more than in a convertible even if they have a wind buffer. Under no circumstances would I drive with the rear hatch open even if secured least you suck in the exhaust. 1 - 5 of 5 Posts
