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Trim rattle cheap fix by James_GT
Started on: 06-04-2010 09:05 AM
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Report this Post06-04-2010 09:05 AM Click Here to See the Profile for James_GTSend a Private Message to James_GTDirect Link to This Post
Hey fellow Fiero owners,

I've had a minor issue with my Fiero that I know most others have which is the interior trim making a rattle as you drive along from vibration which makes a constantly annoying noise. Mine even tended to rattle with the bass from my speakers which didn't sound too good.

I have been trying to think of something I could wedge between the A pillar trim and the side of the dash to stop the rotten rattle and worked it out today.

I bought the cheapest smallest rubber hose I could find at the local auto parts store which was a little heater hose which I cut into smaller bits and wedged them in on both sides of the dash. I have seen people use foam (i.e anti-static foam) to try and stop the rattles in their car and it didn't look good or seem to be effective. However this seemed to do the trick and it's completely out of sight.

I thought I'd post it here just in case other Fiero owners aren't interested in pulling apart their trim pieces to find the problem. This was quick and effective. Hope that helps!

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James

RHD 1987 Pontiac Fiero GT

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Report this Post06-04-2010 09:24 AM Click Here to See the Profile for rogergarrisonSend a Private Message to rogergarrisonDirect Link to This Post
a tube of clear silicone is an auto enthusists best friend. Everything from mounting a busted headlite to sticking on a molding.
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Originally posted by rogergarrison:
a tube of clear silicone is an auto enthusists best friend. Everything from mounting a busted headlite to sticking on a molding.


yup. my solution too - silicone
even if it doesnt "goo" the stuff together - it makes a rubbery bumper
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