Taking to Targa top off a Coupe after sitting in the Sun....
06-02-2024, 11:44 AM
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Taking to Targa top off a Coupe after sitting in the Sun....
Hi all,
Any one know of some good gloves to use so I don't burn my hands when I remove the top in the summer after it was in the Sun for a while?
I seem to be getting third degree burns on my hand when I take the top off lol... Thanks for any help or advice....
Steve
Any one know of some good gloves to use so I don't burn my hands when I remove the top in the summer after it was in the Sun for a while?
I seem to be getting third degree burns on my hand when I take the top off lol... Thanks for any help or advice....
Steve
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06-02-2024, 12:09 PM
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My thinking is if the sun is making the top too hot to handle, then it's too hot for me to have the top off. Those are the days for A/C.
06-02-2024, 11:53 AM
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A pair of shop gloves should reduce the heat, they'll second as protection if youre ever on the side of the road
https://www.menards.com/main/grocery...673-c-7086.htm
https://www.menards.com/main/grocery...673-c-7086.htm
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06-02-2024, 12:15 PM
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If it's too hot to handle, then it's probably too hot to have the top down...
I live in So AZ and I've really never been a fan of convertibles, sunroofs, or targas anyways....I've had my C8 Z51 Coupe for over 1.5 years now and still haven't removed the top and doubt I ever will...
I live in So AZ and I've really never been a fan of convertibles, sunroofs, or targas anyways....I've had my C8 Z51 Coupe for over 1.5 years now and still haven't removed the top and doubt I ever will...
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06-02-2024, 01:41 PM
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If it's too hot to handle, then it's probably too hot to have the top down...
I live in So AZ and I've really never been a fan of convertibles, sunroofs, or targas anyways....I've had my C8 Z51 Coupe for over 1.5 years now and still haven't removed the top and doubt I ever will...
I live in So AZ and I've really never been a fan of convertibles, sunroofs, or targas anyways....I've had my C8 Z51 Coupe for over 1.5 years now and still haven't removed the top and doubt I ever will...
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06-02-2024, 08:37 PM
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06-02-2024, 08:41 PM
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I buy the mechanics' gloves from Harbor Freight and they're actually great.
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06-02-2024, 09:26 PM
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I am with the members who post that if the top is that hot, the interior is hot and I want A/C rather than an uncomfortable drive.
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06-02-2024, 09:39 PM
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A painted surface exposed to direct sunlight can easily reach over 120 degrees in 75 degree ambient temps. So, yes the top can be too hot to handle when general conditions are perfect for top down driving.
06-02-2024, 09:49 PM
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To me any pair of gloves would work...no need to over think it... but since your hands are delicate maybe these.....LMAO.
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06-04-2024, 03:57 PM
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Melting Slicks
I keep cleaning towels in my door map pocket and grab 2 when the roof is hot. In direct sunlight at 75- 80 degrees the roof can be very hot but perfect for a top off drive despite the several contrary posts !
06-04-2024, 07:20 PM
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Melting Slicks
When I had my previous coupes, I used simple high quality rubber kitchen gloves, they protect from hot water burns and will protect your hands from the heat of the sun on the removable top. As a plus, they provide a great grip, and you will not get your fingerprints all over the top.
