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Subject:Re: Oh no, the dreaded leak
From:Erik W. Burtis
Date:Sun, 8 Oct 1995 21:25:18 -0400 (EDT)

> Opal helped me find a leak i never knew existed. somewhere on the front left
> site..prolly the seal. i'm looking into replacing the seal but what can i do
> until i can get the time and stuff and decent weather to do so....will
> sillicone seal it well for a temp. fix? that's what i've heard. i was driving
> down I40 and felt water hitting my leg. after all the rain stopped i noticed
> that the carpet is wet and now i've got that great wet smell in the van. need
> something to stop it until i can get the seal replaced. any ideas?

It is o.k. as a temporary fix, but it can trap water under the seal and 
cause serious rust over time.  I'd replace it as soon as possible.
Erik Burtis
71 Westy