Overall sealant ... too many leaks
#1
Overall sealant ... too many leaks
I saw on TV a home spray mainly used for insulating gaps that's waterproof but that seemed to be mainly for interior use.
Is there anything similar for the car (outdoor) that I can either spray or brush on that will provide a clear waterproof seal?
I'm not too concerned with appearance, I was in a rainstorm today and the roof was leaking (deleted sunroof), along the sides of the trunk (even with recent hatch seal replacement), and a bunch of other places.
In case there is no viable option, what is the worst that could happen if I just leave it in the rain (no interior to mold up)?
Is there anything similar for the car (outdoor) that I can either spray or brush on that will provide a clear waterproof seal?
I'm not too concerned with appearance, I was in a rainstorm today and the roof was leaking (deleted sunroof), along the sides of the trunk (even with recent hatch seal replacement), and a bunch of other places.
In case there is no viable option, what is the worst that could happen if I just leave it in the rain (no interior to mold up)?
Last edited by Mister Quickie; 07-11-2014 at 01:17 AM.
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Rainman
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If the hatch seal is new then your hatch is probably misaligned or the pins need to be adjusted to close it tighter.
The edge of the frame seals on the rubber.
Your car was a factory sunroof delete, or you did something to eliminate the roof from opening?
The edge of the frame seals on the rubber.
Your car was a factory sunroof delete, or you did something to eliminate the roof from opening?
#5
not a factory sunroof delete, the body shop used bondo.
I tried the Rustoleum version of Flex Seal, I bought the clear, I'm not big into aesthetics but it looks horrible.
I think I'll used squeeze tube silicone to make things even rather than the spray silicon
I tried the Rustoleum version of Flex Seal, I bought the clear, I'm not big into aesthetics but it looks horrible.
I think I'll used squeeze tube silicone to make things even rather than the spray silicon
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#8
The tarp looks to be the parked option.
In motion, I think I'll just use manual (as opposed to spray) caulk and get it as clean as possible.
The spray Flex-Seal Rust-Oleum version as you can see doesn't look that appealing so I'll scrape it off
In motion, I think I'll just use manual (as opposed to spray) caulk and get it as clean as possible.
The spray Flex-Seal Rust-Oleum version as you can see doesn't look that appealing so I'll scrape it off
#9
So they sealed it with bondo which is now starting to crack allowing water to enter and flood the interior? Do you still have the drain hoses attached and are they functional? If yes, it might be clogged and needs to be cleared to allow water to drain and not collect.
#10
I also bought a tarp.
The roof leaks I think I can manage with a less-than-showroom caulking job. It's the hatch leaks (brand new hatch seal) that's puzzling me
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the red 3m tape used to tape down vapour barriers in construction works really well.
Here is a link to what I am talking about although I am sure you can get it at any home depot.
http://www.nhsmediastore.com/3M8088.aspx
Here is a link to what I am talking about although I am sure you can get it at any home depot.
http://www.nhsmediastore.com/3M8088.aspx