C-3 1970 coupe window compartment

[Jack bogosian]

Is there a push button cyclinder that releases the the rear window compartment so you can store the rear window up in there, Mine is missing just a small hole and a clip that is holding up the panel in the back..Also I have manual steering and when parking its very hard to turn the wheeel I hear a creaking sound coming out of the column when I put a lot of presure on the wheel while turning

[Warren F.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment

Jack:

I believe most 1970's and the '68,'69's use a spring steel bracket that actually captures the front leading metal edge of the window storage tray, this bracket usually has a heavy solid metal bar with raised chrome lettering reading REAR WINDOW STORAGE. It is quite common for this thin steel bracket to get fatigued from use and break in two at a weak point.

1971 & '72 use a cylinder with button, just like the storage compartment in back.

[Terry M.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment

Button style latch began in 1970 about s/n 12,000 or so. Consult the TIM&JG.

[Bob D.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment

My early '71, #2643, has the clip that latches the storage tray.

[Paul O.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment

The same type handle on my 71 not push button type #1914. Paul

[Jim T.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment

Terry my July 8th built original owner 70 coupe has the steel spring type clip with the cast piece. The cast piece is removable from the steel spring piece. The picture on page 33 of my 70's owner manual is nothing like what came in my car.

[Warren F.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment

Sounds like another revision in the upcoming TIM&JG for '70 thru '72's is in order.

Since the storage tray set-ups are so different for the two styles known to be in use during this time, it looks like a good subject to delve into further.

[Terry M.]

C-3 1970 coupe window compartment - help needed

Warren,

More likely I should follow my own advice and check the TIM&JG. Since I don't have it with me at the moment, perhaps one of you would be kind enough to do that for me.

[Warren F.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment - help neede

Terry:

The third edition states that approximately at 1971 serial # 12605 the latch mechanism has changed to a pushbutton style catch.

Nothing however is mentioned about the storage tray itself, I think that a description of the two styles and material differences might be warranted.

[Terry M.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment - help neede

See Warren, I had the number right -- I just missed the year. Old Timer's Disease is advancing.
I have no idea what is in the new 1970-1972 TIM&JG -- I haven't seen it yet. The person(s) who do know frequent this place, so they may see your suggestion regarding the styles and materials. Of course it is one thing to say the information should be included, and another to actually describe those differences. I certainly am not capable of doing that.

[Dick W.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment - help neede

Right a description in as few a words as possible and we will try to include it in the manual. Send it to rebals5@aol.com The mechanical section is ready to go to press, the chassis within a couple of weeks. The interior is basically finished and so is the exterior.

Don't ask when it will be ready for sale. We have no idea when it will be compiled and printed.

[Terry M.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment - help neede

Gee Dick, and I tried so hard not to out you.

[Warren F.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment - help neede

Dick:

Sent a description to Reba, as requested. Warren

[Dick W.]

Re: C-3 1970 coupe window compartment - help neede

Thanks. I know what things are, but putting a description on paper for judging is another thing.