This is why I always leave the skylight open slightly at night, it lets most of the moisture out. In fact, I see this as the primary purpose for the skylight. Jim Henry Durham, NC 84 westy > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM] > On Behalf Of Josh, Courtney & Althea Wilson > Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2006 9:39 PM > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Subject: Poptop water-proofing > > Iīve been in Mexico for a couple of weeks, and apparently it > hasnīt rained in the Chihuahua area for several months. Itīs > been dusty as can be -- until yesterday. It rained, and > sleeted, for quite a while. During the night, my wife and I > noticed that the entire interior of the poptop, which was > closed, was damp to the touch. The felt became even more wet > today. It seems like itīs simply soaking through the top...? > Is this a common problem? Do I simply need to apply some > sealant to the top? If so, does anyone recommend any particular type? > > Any advice is appreciated. Please respond to my email > directly (or cc me), as being on the road, Iīve not been able > to keep up with all the digests I receive. > > Many thanks, > Joshua > 89 Subaru Westy > |
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