Sunroof screw covers

[dsagona]

First off, I want to thank everyone who posts here. I had a soaked passenger area and determined it was a faulty screw cover in the sunroof area based off previous threads.

Now, onto my question: I decided to replace both of the screw covers, and when I removed the one on the driver’s side, the little threaded piece that you screw the cover into slid down into the headliner area. I’m having trouble crafting a way to replace this little thing so I can secure the cover in place. There really isn’t much room to slide something else in there. Can I glue the screw cover in place? I found a picture that someone else posted to give you a better idea what I’m talking about. Im specifically referring to the metal piece the the screw for the screw cover goes into.

 

[unclegit]

See if you can get a magnet in there to retrieve it - I've replaced mine in the past as a preventative maintenance action as I was having a sunroof leak also.

You sure this is where the issue is occurring ?

Good to see another PDX '80 series owner on here

 

[dsagona]

That’s a good idea. I think I can hear it rattling around in there when I tap the headliner, so it’s just a matter of locating it with the magnet now. I’m nearly certain the leak is from the screw cover because I tracked water down through the a-pillar when I poured some in the sunroof area. I also just replaced the weather belt and have a new window channel handy just in case.

I’ve been meaning to join the clubhouse for PDX. I just bought my ‘80 last month so I have many projects ahead. Fixing these unknown leaks is the first step considering all the rain we’ve been getting!

 

[unclegit]

Check the drain hose is clamped tight as well at the top of the pillar - I've heard of them shaking loose.