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Date:         Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:53:34 -0400
Reply-To:     Robert Stewart <robertmstewart@MAC.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Robert Stewart <robertmstewart@MAC.COM>
Subject:      Re: Water leak on the passenger side creating a pool of water in
              footwell
Comments: To: Jerry <jbvelo@BELLSOUTH.NET>
In-Reply-To:  <C6040DC9.BEB%jbvelo@bellsouth.net>
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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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