fitted rear lights on a classic and gettign soem water in through them
#1
Scooby Regular
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: southampton
Posts: 1,589
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
fitted rear lights on a classic and gettign soem water in through them
i fitted my new rear light the other week and rear bumper so both lights came out i used some thick black gutter sealent on them and have pput them back in but am still getting a slight bit of water in when i washed my car , is this due to the fact that i didnt clean of all the old sealent do you think as it not the boot lid rubber as this has always been fine any tips out there cheers
#2
Former Sponsor
iTrader: (11)
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne.
Posts: 410
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
This is what subaru and some other car manufacturers use.
http://solutions.3m.co.uk/wps/portal.../ButylSealant/
http://solutions.3m.co.uk/wps/portal.../ButylSealant/
#3
Scooby Regular
iTrader: (6)
i fitted my new rear light the other week and rear bumper so both lights came out i used some thick black gutter sealent on them and have pput them back in but am still getting a slight bit of water in when i washed my car , is this due to the fact that i didnt clean of all the old sealent do you think as it not the boot lid rubber as this has always been fine any tips out there cheers
#4
Scooby Regular
iTrader: (2)
I use this stuff: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...tchlink:top:en
Cheaper than butyl, easier to get hold of, can be removed easily, as can the lights if necessary, and is the preferred sealant for sealing and bedding, of caravan manufacturers.
If you are still getting water in, check the following, all of which have been known to let go:
in order of likelihood:
1. rear lights seal.
2. spoiler holes seal.
3. boot lid seal.
4. the little holes/flaps supposed to let air and water OUT, low down in each wing.
5. rear windscreen seal.
6. I've also seen lost drain plugs
What to do in each case:
1. remove lights, remove all traces of old sealant, refit withe new decent sealant, use plenty
2. Remove spoiler and any old dry sealant, refit with new decent sealant around each hole.
3. Remove boot lid rubber seal, re-apply with some sealant under it.
4. Clean out the area, dry thoroughly, make sure flaps can move and are DOWN.
5. This is a biggy: you need to get the car to a windscreen place, have them remove trim and check the seal. They will be able to see if it's gone.
If so, have them remove, reseal and refit the rear screen.
Luckily, the above is rare. It shows up as a wet rear parcel shelf and rear seat, rather than in the boot.
HTH
Cheaper than butyl, easier to get hold of, can be removed easily, as can the lights if necessary, and is the preferred sealant for sealing and bedding, of caravan manufacturers.
If you are still getting water in, check the following, all of which have been known to let go:
in order of likelihood:
1. rear lights seal.
2. spoiler holes seal.
3. boot lid seal.
4. the little holes/flaps supposed to let air and water OUT, low down in each wing.
5. rear windscreen seal.
6. I've also seen lost drain plugs
What to do in each case:
1. remove lights, remove all traces of old sealant, refit withe new decent sealant, use plenty
2. Remove spoiler and any old dry sealant, refit with new decent sealant around each hole.
3. Remove boot lid rubber seal, re-apply with some sealant under it.
4. Clean out the area, dry thoroughly, make sure flaps can move and are DOWN.
5. This is a biggy: you need to get the car to a windscreen place, have them remove trim and check the seal. They will be able to see if it's gone.
If so, have them remove, reseal and refit the rear screen.
Luckily, the above is rare. It shows up as a wet rear parcel shelf and rear seat, rather than in the boot.
HTH
#5
Scooby Regular
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: southampton
Posts: 1,589
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
i think it got something to do with the lights or boot seal as this has only happneded since i change the rear bumper boot lid and rear lights , and its only down the passnegr side , wherte the old jack goes im going to take the back seats out get int he boot while my mate hoses it down and i will find this leak but cheers for the above i will check all of it
#7
Scooby Regular
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: southampton
Posts: 1,589
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
im sur eit the lights to be fair but will check all as the lights seem to have a touch of damp around the sealent like i say i need to get in the boot whiel some water is sprayed over it thats the best way i think
Trending Topics
#8
Scooby Regular
iTrader: (6)
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: north of the south border
Posts: 4,510
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
gutter sealant is no good mate its a non drying tar type thing,, get some good quality slicone , do not use tiger seal as you will never get them back out if needed,.
steve
steve
#11
Scooby Senior
iTrader: (41)
Fixed mine with RTV, no more water Clear the faces as best as possible and then be generous with application. Continuous bead helps
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RTV-Silico...item230b8b1461
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RTV-Silico...item230b8b1461
#12
Scooby Regular
iTrader: (2)
NO, no, no!
DO NOT use silicone type sealants. They make it a nightmare to remove lights again, plus they eventually split and/or crack.
Use this stuff: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CARAVAN-SE...item43ab8f8f58
Made to bed in stuff to make it waterproof. Guaranteed not to dry out, split or crack.
And cheap with it.
DO NOT use silicone type sealants. They make it a nightmare to remove lights again, plus they eventually split and/or crack.
Use this stuff: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CARAVAN-SE...item43ab8f8f58
Made to bed in stuff to make it waterproof. Guaranteed not to dry out, split or crack.
And cheap with it.
#13
Scooby Regular
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: southampton
Posts: 1,589
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
well ive now made friend swith some trv sealent i also spoke to the lads at triton motorsports who said the rtv is good if does nto work then i will pop up to the loacal caravan reapir place and make frineds with that stuff to cheers for all the tips chaps
#16
Scooby Regular
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: southampton
Posts: 1,589
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
this is what is said on the tube
Silicone rubber sealants are one part moisture cure (R.T.V.). They are 100% silicone, which does not shrink and it will remain flexible after cure, suitable for use on most substrates
Used to replace pre-formed gaskets
Clear finish gives a virtually invisible joint
Resistant to high temperatures of up to 250 degrees
Resistant to water, transmission fluids and antifreeze
Will not crack or dry out
Silicone rubber sealants are one part moisture cure (R.T.V.). They are 100% silicone, which does not shrink and it will remain flexible after cure, suitable for use on most substrates
Used to replace pre-formed gaskets
Clear finish gives a virtually invisible joint
Resistant to high temperatures of up to 250 degrees
Resistant to water, transmission fluids and antifreeze
Will not crack or dry out
#17
Scooby Senior
iTrader: (41)
NO, no, no!
DO NOT use silicone type sealants. They make it a nightmare to remove lights again, plus they eventually split and/or crack.
Use this stuff: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CARAVAN-SE...item43ab8f8f58
Made to bed in stuff to make it waterproof. Guaranteed not to dry out, split or crack.
And cheap with it.
DO NOT use silicone type sealants. They make it a nightmare to remove lights again, plus they eventually split and/or crack.
Use this stuff: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CARAVAN-SE...item43ab8f8f58
Made to bed in stuff to make it waterproof. Guaranteed not to dry out, split or crack.
And cheap with it.
No experience of the caravan stuff but as long as it's works
#18
Scooby Regular
iTrader: (6)
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: north of the south border
Posts: 4,510
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
That's not my experience of RTV at all mate it's great stuff IMHO It's what most dealers/specialists use for exactly this I used it inside the boot rubber and refitted and it's spot on. I also use it on exhaust gaskets to great effect
No experience of the caravan stuff but as long as it's works
No experience of the caravan stuff but as long as it's works
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Mattybr5@MB Developments
Full Cars Breaking For Spares
33
29 August 2017 07:18 PM
stonejedi
Wheels And Tyres For Sale
7
21 September 2015 08:54 PM
KOEScoob
ScoobyNet General
6
17 September 2015 03:51 PM