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Domestic Power
12-07-2014, 03:21 PM
Working on my 1990 Z today, trying to remove roof panel, took out all 4 retaining bolts & the top still doesn't want to come out. I've removed and replace the top on my 94 base coupe tons of times & my FSM shows same procedure. So, is there a trick or something different with the Z ? or is it maybe the top has never been off and therefore just being stubborn ? I have applied a pretty fair amount of pressure to no avail & sure don't want to break anything. Thanks in advance guys !
JimZRyd
12-07-2014, 04:30 PM
Is your car on a level surface? Id imagine if there was enough flex it might be tough if not impossible to remove. Other than that it should come right off. Good luck!
Domestic Power
12-07-2014, 04:52 PM
Yes, sitting in my shop (level). I'm betting its never been removed and therefore pretty well married to the seals ?
XfireZ51
12-07-2014, 04:58 PM
Yes, sitting in my shop (level). I'm betting its never been removed and therefore pretty well married to the seals ?

Give it a good shove.
Domestic Power
12-07-2014, 06:24 PM
Got it, thanks XFire took a lot more than a shove but, if your around 6' tall like I am you can get your shoulder under the edge of the panel, take the flex out of your knees slowly and get that sucker to come loose. Thanks again guys !
BigJohn
12-08-2014, 07:49 AM
Sawzall?
We Gone
12-08-2014, 09:58 AM
Sounds like time to treat the seals before you replace it I do mine about once a year.
Domestic Power
12-08-2014, 12:48 PM
Steve, your right I'm pretty sure that panel had not been removed since new. After clean them up they look to be in really good shape. In your opinion whats the best treatment for them ?
Thanks, Bob
WARP TEN
12-08-2014, 01:11 PM
Steve, your right I'm pretty sure that panel had not been removed since new. After clean them up they look to be in really good shape. In your opinion whats the best treatment for them ?
Thanks, Bob
Dielectric silicone grease works best. I treat all the seals once a year. --Bob
We Gone
12-08-2014, 06:20 PM
Dielectric silicone grease works best. I treat all the seals once a year. --Bob

Same and most even the ones on my 82 still look and seal great.
Domestic Power
12-08-2014, 10:37 PM
Thanks guys, that's what I'll use. I appreciate the help !