Rattles inside and outside the car... - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

cadillac531 · 06-24-2021

Hi everyone.

I've been trying to take care of the little things that help make the car more enjoyable to drive, and of course that includes trying to stop all the rattling and creaking. Oddly enough, my driver side door mirror glass rattles quite a bit. I know how to remove the whole assembly from the door, but is it possible to remove just the mirror glass so I can see behind there and tighten what might be loose?

Also, I have the stock radio and the face of the radio rattles. Almost like it's delaminating from itself. Anyone have this happen to them? Visually, there's nothing wrong with it...it just makes noise.

Thanks in advance.

TX '90 ZR1 · 06-24-2021

Constantine,
The outside rear view mirror can be popped out by putting even pressure on the edges of the glass. When you get the glass out you will see some small screws that hold the adjusting assembly in place. These screws are probably loose or might even have one missing. Put some locktight on the screws and snug them up. Pop the glass back in and you are done. This is a fairly common issue.
Sorry, but can't help you with the face of the radio. Might give Dr. Don a call and see what he thinks.

cadillac531 · 06-24-2021

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Originally Posted by TX '90 ZR1

Constantine,
The outside rear view mirror can be popped out by putting even pressure on the edges of the glass. When you get the glass out you will see some small screws that hold the adjusting assembly in place. These screws are probably loose or might even have one missing. Put some locktight on the screws and snug them up. Pop the glass back in and you are done. This is a fairly common issue.
Sorry, but can't help you with the face of the radio. Might give Dr. Don a call and see what he thinks.

Thank you!

Mystic ZR-1 · 06-24-2021

What Kenny says or,
Your mirror rattle is probably due to a broken trunnion or the plastic tabs it snaps into. The trunnion allows side to side and up and down movement of the glass.
Someone here may know where to get what ya need to fix it?

TX '90 ZR1 · 06-24-2021

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Originally Posted by Mystic ZR-1

What Kenny says or,
Your mirror rattle is probably due to a broken trunnion or the plastic tabs it snaps into. The trunnion allows side to side and up and down movement of the glass.
Someone here may know where to get what ya need to fix it?

If there is something actually broken, call Mark at Mirrocks. The parts are common C-4 stuff and Mark has a lot of them.

cadillac531 · 06-24-2021

Thank you, all, for the replies. Prior to seeing your responses, I found a helpful video on Youtube with a kid and his Gen 3 Camaro, same mirrors. I pulled it and tightened the outer screw. All done.

I've already spoken with Dr. Don. He's a pretty nice guy, by the way, and we spoke extensively about what I want to do with the radio. He's unsure about the rattle, but thinks it may be loose in the dash. We'll see. I'll pull it and check it out. I'll most likely be sending it out to him for service.

Thanks again everyone!

cadillac531 · 06-24-2021

Quote:

Originally Posted by TX '90 ZR1

If there is something actually broken, call Mark at Mirrocks. The parts are common C-4 stuff and Mark has a lot of them.

Thank you!

cadillac531 · 06-24-2021

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mystic ZR-1

What Kenny says or,
Your mirror rattle is probably due to a broken trunnion or the plastic tabs it snaps into. The trunnion allows side to side and up and down movement of the glass.
Someone here may know where to get what ya need to fix it?

Thank you!

ram_g · 06-25-2021

My radio buzzes and rattles like crazy too, depending on the road surface. I actually think it's all the buttons getting slightly loose in their mountings. If so I really don't think there's a lot that can be done.

DRM500RUBYZR-1 · 06-25-2021

Best solution that I have found with 25 + years of ZR-1 ownership to overcome the squeaks and rattles is to absolutely go with the loudest most aggressive exhaust that you can find.
Yes, it will drone.
Yes, your neighbors may frown at your 5 AM startup on drive days.
You may need a couple of Excedrin.
HOWEVER, the smile on your face during each drive will be a lasting treasure.
It is now an older Corvette, AKA Born to Rattle.
If you want quiet, drive the Lexus.
Enjoy the drive, rattles and all!

Marty

06-24-2021	#1
cadillac531 Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 243	Rattles inside and outside the car... Hi everyone. I've been trying to take care of the little things that help make the car more enjoyable to drive, and of course that includes trying to stop all the rattling and creaking. Oddly enough, my driver side door mirror glass rattles quite a bit. I know how to remove the whole assembly from the door, but is it possible to remove just the mirror glass so I can see behind there and tighten what might be loose? Also, I have the stock radio and the face of the radio rattles. Almost like it's delaminating from itself. Anyone have this happen to them? Visually, there's nothing wrong with it...it just makes noise. Thanks in advance. __________________ Constantine Registry Founding Member #0235 1991 Corvette ZR-1 -- Stock, 94 ZR-1 exhaust system, muffler delete. 1956 Chevrolet Belair -- Pro Street, 531ci Cadillac, 8-71 Blower, 8pt roll bar, built TH-400, 9" rear, 1,100 HP -- Street Car. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8y4cwcvK0s 1968 Mustang "Pegasus" -- Zeeker Chassis, 584ci Dart Block, Brodix Big Brodies, 2-1150 Dominators, FTI 'Glide, 1168 hp, best ET & Trap(holding back) 8.57@159 -- 7.9X -- 1/4 mile car. 1970 Chevelle -- 468ci, TKO600, shaved and smoothed everything.

06-24-2021	#2
TX '90 ZR1 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: TX Posts: 2,052	Re: Rattles inside and outside the car... Constantine, The outside rear view mirror can be popped out by putting even pressure on the edges of the glass. When you get the glass out you will see some small screws that hold the adjusting assembly in place. These screws are probably loose or might even have one missing. Put some locktight on the screws and snug them up. Pop the glass back in and you are done. This is a fairly common issue. Sorry, but can't help you with the face of the radio. Might give Dr. Don a call and see what he thinks. __________________ Kenny 1990 #442

06-24-2021	#4
Mystic ZR-1 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Mystic CT Posts: 2,625	Re: Rattles inside and outside the car... What Kenny says or, Your mirror rattle is probably due to a broken trunnion or the plastic tabs it snaps into. The trunnion allows side to side and up and down movement of the glass. Someone here may know where to get what ya need to fix it?

06-24-2021	#6
cadillac531 Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 243	Re: Rattles inside and outside the car... Thank you, all, for the replies. Prior to seeing your responses, I found a helpful video on Youtube with a kid and his Gen 3 Camaro, same mirrors. I pulled it and tightened the outer screw. All done. I've already spoken with Dr. Don. He's a pretty nice guy, by the way, and we spoke extensively about what I want to do with the radio. He's unsure about the rattle, but thinks it may be loose in the dash. We'll see. I'll pull it and check it out. I'll most likely be sending it out to him for service. Thanks again everyone! __________________ Constantine Registry Founding Member #0235 1991 Corvette ZR-1 -- Stock, 94 ZR-1 exhaust system, muffler delete. 1956 Chevrolet Belair -- Pro Street, 531ci Cadillac, 8-71 Blower, 8pt roll bar, built TH-400, 9" rear, 1,100 HP -- Street Car. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8y4cwcvK0s 1968 Mustang "Pegasus" -- Zeeker Chassis, 584ci Dart Block, Brodix Big Brodies, 2-1150 Dominators, FTI 'Glide, 1168 hp, best ET & Trap(holding back) 8.57@159 -- 7.9X -- 1/4 mile car. 1970 Chevelle -- 468ci, TKO600, shaved and smoothed everything.

06-25-2021	#9
ram_g Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 183	Re: Rattles inside and outside the car... My radio buzzes and rattles like crazy too, depending on the road surface. I actually think it's all the buttons getting slightly loose in their mountings. If so I really don't think there's a lot that can be done.

06-25-2021	#10
DRM500RUBYZR-1 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mullica Hill, NJ Posts: 2,619	Re: Rattles inside and outside the car... Best solution that I have found with 25 + years of ZR-1 ownership to overcome the squeaks and rattles is to absolutely go with the loudest most aggressive exhaust that you can find. Yes, it will drone. Yes, your neighbors may frown at your 5 AM startup on drive days. You may need a couple of Excedrin. HOWEVER, the smile on your face during each drive will be a lasting treasure. It is now an older Corvette, AKA Born to Rattle. If you want quiet, drive the Lexus. Enjoy the drive, rattles and all! Marty