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Subject:Re: Water leak on the passenger side creating a pool of water in footwell
From:Robert Stewart
Date:Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:53:34 -0400

Jerry,

Just to be sure I understand this process correctly...

I am suppose to remove the strips that are on the top and back side of
the window ( this is the side that is closest to the rear of the van )
then place the a tube of clear silicone with a pinhole tip to tightly
inject the sealant in place.

Then while it is getting tacky re-insert the strips?

Is this correct?

Robert
NY

On Apr 9, 2009, at 9:40 PM, Jerry wrote:

> Even though you have a new windshield and seal, the
> windshield seal may still leak in around the upper
> windshield corners.  Believe me, I know from experience,
> had the problem. I injected sealant in and around the
> upper corner and it fixed my problem. You can fix the
> problem by inserting the narrow tip of the sealant tube
> in between the winshield seal and the Vanagon body. Start
> at the top about 6 inches inboard of the corner on the
> outside and slide the tip of the sealant tube while
> injecting the sealant. Work around the corner and continue
> down for at least 6 - 8 inches. I guess you could continue
> all the way down to the lower corner to be sure.
>
> Good luck!
>
> JB 88GL Guido
>
>
> On 4/9/09 4:58 PM, "Robert Stewart" <robertmstewart@MAC.COM> wrote:
>
>> Hey Everyone,
>>
>> I just noticed that I have a Water leak on the passenger side
>> creating
>> a pool of water in the footwell!
>>
>> Anyone ever heard of this before?
>>
>> I checked the door seals nothing was wet there. I see no visible
>> water
>> flowing in the van.
>>
>> Could it be coming in from the front where radiator or passenger side
>> lights are? Then maybe it flows in from there?
>>
>> I had my windshield replaced last year with a new window seam and it
>> looks fine.
>>
>> I am stumped.
>>
>> Was thinking of taking a friend with me to car wash, using the power
>> washer on that side while someone is in the car to see where it is
>> leaking in from.
>>
>> TIA
>>
>> Robert
>> NY
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