Kevo_6 Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 (edited) Hi Just been out for a nice drive and a pub lunch, on the way back we got caught in a massive downpour, roof up quickly, no problem. Then after a short while water was coming in on the drivers side lower corner and then dripping on my leg. Once home I checked the rubber around that corner and it seems loose and if I push from the inside it looks like the screen would push out, it appears the rubber has shrunk. Never been a problem before and the seal and trim looks original, the insert trim has shrunk by about 3/4” too. What’s the best thing I could squirt in there for a temporary seal. I’d like to do something as it looks like it’s going to be pi$$ing down with rain all the way up to Stratford on Friday and if I don’t do anything I will end up with very wet legs. I look forward to your replies. Edited August 13, 2019 by Kevo_6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mk2 Chopper Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Not going to offer any help, only to say I'm in a similar situation, really not looking forward to the wet legs Friday too! Gareth Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 (edited) This is what you need https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Windscreen-Sealer-Window-Sealant-Black-310ml-car-van/371592868637?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 Stuart. P.S. Most windscreen fitters should have some at their works just make sure its not Sikaflex as thats for bonded screens and youll never get the rubber out again. Edited August 13, 2019 by stuart Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Peter Cobbold Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 That corner of the frame is known for rusting, it's double skinned and often missed by waxoyling. Replacing the rubber might prove to be a bigger job than anticipated. Peter Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kevo_6 Posted August 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 10 minutes ago, stuart said: This is what you need https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Windscreen-Sealer-Window-Sealant-Black-310ml-car-van/371592868637?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 Stuart. P.S. Most windscreen fitters should have some at their works just make sure its not Sikaflex as thats for bonded screens and youll never get the rubber out again. Thanks Stuart, is this something I could do without taking the screen out, if so would I need to do all around the screen, glass side and screen frame side. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kevo_6 Posted August 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 5 minutes ago, Peter Cobbold said: That corner of the frame is known for rusting, it's double skinned and often missed by waxoyling. Replacing the rubber might prove to be a bigger job than anticipated. Peter Hi Peter, I’ve had a quick peep under the rubber and it looks surprisingly good in there but I’m not going to replace the rubber for a couple of months so I’ll wait for my big surprise then and possibly another can of worms. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 48 minutes ago, Kevo_6 said: Thanks Stuart, is this something I could do without taking the screen out, if so would I need to do all around the screen, glass side and screen frame side. Yes if you can beg borrow or steal a caulking gun like these https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Caulking-Gun-Silicone-Sealant-Skeleton-Trigger-Rotating-Barrel-Cartridge-Sausage/132987163244?epid=9030286629&hash=item1ef6a7126c:m:mA0w7vEJKd98aUOwGx8Xxyg to apply it with then you just get the tip of the applicator in behind the rubber and with the help of a plastic spatula https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WINDSCREEN-RUBBER-FITTING-TOOL-PLASTIC-SPATULA-ROUND-END-AND-ROUND-END/113467447560?hash=item1a6b2fd908:g:qnIAAOSwVHpcGklG work your way right round squeezing it in as you go. Once youve finished then clean up with spirit wipe. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alfrom Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 I can recommend highly something called Captain Tolley's crack cure - it certainly worked for me when I experienced the same wet leg problem. Some years ago and when suffering the wet leg problem, I replaced the windscreen and rubber not for that reason but because the screen was a toughened glass screen and was probably original, as under certain conditions (driving in the rain and dark), was becoming increasingly annoying because of surface imperfections. While the screen was out, I could see the bodywork was in good condition. Sadly, I still got a wet leg in the rain. Basically, I lifted the rubber away from the outside of the screen and dripped the fluid down inside the rubber. After a little while, I could see some of it coming into the interior past the rubber seal - easy to see as it is light blue in colour. When dry, it is clear and can't be seen. I did this twice to be sure and have never had a problem since - and that was about 3 years ago. Might work for you as well. Pierre Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sheldricka Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Couldn’t agree more with Peter’s comments, I’ve looked to replace my windscreen rubber the other day, most of the rot was inside hidden behind the trim. The outside looked perfect. I’m now off the road until fixed up! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sheldricka Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Here’s a picture... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steves_TR6 Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Ouch! Even Captain Tolleys Creeping Crack Cure won’t fix that ! steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kevo_6 Posted August 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 2 hours ago, stuart said: Yes if you can beg borrow or steal a caulking gun like these https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Caulking-Gun-Silicone-Sealant-Skeleton-Trigger-Rotating-Barrel-Cartridge-Sausage/132987163244?epid=9030286629&hash=item1ef6a7126c:m:mA0w7vEJKd98aUOwGx8Xxyg to apply it with then you just get the tip of the applicator in behind the rubber and with the help of a plastic spatula https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WINDSCREEN-RUBBER-FITTING-TOOL-PLASTIC-SPATULA-ROUND-END-AND-ROUND-END/113467447560?hash=item1a6b2fd908:g:qnIAAOSwVHpcGklG work your way right round squeezing it in as you go. Once youve finished then clean up with spirit wipe. Stuart. That’s brilliant, thanks Stuart. I have several caulking guns so I’ll see if I can track down some sealant from a local windscreen fitter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kevo_6 Posted August 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 46 minutes ago, sheldricka said: Here’s a picture... Oh my days, I’m in denial until my screen comes out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kevo_6 Posted August 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 2 hours ago, Alfrom said: I can recommend highly something called Captain Tolley's crack cure - it certainly worked for me when I experienced the same wet leg problem. Some years ago and when suffering the wet leg problem, I replaced the windscreen and rubber not for that reason but because the screen was a toughened glass screen and was probably original, as under certain conditions (driving in the rain and dark), was becoming increasingly annoying because of surface imperfections. While the screen was out, I could see the bodywork was in good condition. Sadly, I still got a wet leg in the rain. Basically, I lifted the rubber away from the outside of the screen and dripped the fluid down inside the rubber. After a little while, I could see some of it coming into the interior past the rubber seal - easy to see as it is light blue in colour. When dry, it is clear and can't be seen. I did this twice to be sure and have never had a problem since - and that was about 3 years ago. Might work for you as well. Pierre Hi Pierre I did read a thread in my searches this afternoon but I’m unlikely to get some by Thursday. You’ve just got to love the name though, captain tolley's creeping crack cure Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steves_TR6 Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 4 minutes ago, Kevo_6 said: Hi Pierre I did read a thread in my searches this afternoon but I’m unlikely to get some by Thursday. You’ve just got to love the name though, captain tolley's creeping crack cure Its a marine product so most of the big chandlers will have it Kevo i’ve used it many times always with success, great product! steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kevo_6 Posted August 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 1 minute ago, Steves_TR6 said: Its a marine product so most of the big chandlers will have it Kevo i’ve used it many times always with success, great product! steve Hi Steve Thanks, there’s a few chandlers around here (Poole) if I struggle to find the stuff Stuart has recommended I pop into one of them and see if they have any. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Peter Cobbold Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, sheldricka said: Here’s a picture... ShelRick, Kev, That looks familiar. Luckily I had been hoarding a spare screen from a scrapper since 1980. I'm not sure if repair sections are now available, But do recall a forumite spotting a washing machine door with the correct curvatures...or was it a tumble drier..happy hunting ! Peter Edited August 13, 2019 by Peter Cobbold Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dave-lewis Posted August 14, 2019 Report Share Posted August 14, 2019 20 hours ago, Kevo_6 said: Hi Just been out for a nice drive and a pub lunch, on the way back we got caught in a massive downpour, roof up quickly, no problem. Then after a short while water was coming in on the drivers side lower corner and then dripping on my leg. Once home I checked the rubber around that corner and it seems loose and if I push from the inside it looks like the screen would push out, it appears the rubber has shrunk. Never been a problem before and the seal and trim looks original, the insert trim has shrunk by about 3/4” too. What’s the best thing I could squirt in there for a temporary seal. I’d like to do something as it looks like it’s going to be pi$$ing down with rain all the way up to Stratford on Friday and if I don’t do anything I will end up with very wet legs. I look forward to your replies. Hi Kevo, One other cause may be the rubber pipe which takes the excess water from the plenum and drains it into the wing void. either perished or may have come off. I hope this helps. Kind Regards, Dave from a hot sunny Spain Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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