Rain intrusion over night, likely no biggie, I hope...
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Rain intrusion over night, likely no biggie, I hope...
I admit, something is wonky with these windows, or me... as they are randomly open at times I don't remember having them open. Whatever the case, usually operator error....
I don't have a garage, park under cover most of the time, but was on the street last night and somehow the passenger window was down about 1/4 of the way. It rained pretty bad in the Bay Area last night...
It could have been a lot worse... no real puddling, but vertical rain drops everywhere. Obviously the carpet / floor runners got some rain / damp.
Have any of you dealt with water intrusion, and what was the aftermath for the systems, the leather, etc? I imagine the convertible's window buttons are made to withstand a moment of weather, but should I take it the dealer for them to do anything? Should I be out there with a hair dryer? It's basically dry everywhere, but I can see where the weather got moist, etc. I think I am most worried about the floor being damp and whether that will dry normally or I should be more aggressive because of mold, etc?
Thanks. Sorry for the "dumb user" question. =)
I don't have a garage, park under cover most of the time, but was on the street last night and somehow the passenger window was down about 1/4 of the way. It rained pretty bad in the Bay Area last night...
It could have been a lot worse... no real puddling, but vertical rain drops everywhere. Obviously the carpet / floor runners got some rain / damp.
Have any of you dealt with water intrusion, and what was the aftermath for the systems, the leather, etc? I imagine the convertible's window buttons are made to withstand a moment of weather, but should I take it the dealer for them to do anything? Should I be out there with a hair dryer? It's basically dry everywhere, but I can see where the weather got moist, etc. I think I am most worried about the floor being damp and whether that will dry normally or I should be more aggressive because of mold, etc?
Thanks. Sorry for the "dumb user" question. =)
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Uncle Fishbits (01-20-2016)
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I suggest a wet/dry shop-vac. Vacuum the carpet thoroughly to get as much water as you can from it, then lay down dry towels on all the places that got exposed. As they draw water into themselves, rotate them for dry.
A long drive might not hurt either, for a couple of reasons.
And yes, we did get some rain, didn't we?
A long drive might not hurt either, for a couple of reasons.
And yes, we did get some rain, didn't we?
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Uncle Fishbits (01-20-2016)
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My daughter left the windows open on the s-it Saturn Ion I bought for the kids 2 days before her driving test. It rained heavily over night, the interior was very damp.
We put a home A/C powered dehumidifier in the car, set up on the passenger seat with a piece of plywood for a base and some wood blocks to level the unit. Ran the cord out the window which was open about 1/2", let the dehumidifier run all night. The next morning the dehumidifier was full of water and the interior was bone dry.
My old convertible used to leak all the time in the rain, took ages to totally dry out. The dehumidifier did the trick in a matter of hours....
We put a home A/C powered dehumidifier in the car, set up on the passenger seat with a piece of plywood for a base and some wood blocks to level the unit. Ran the cord out the window which was open about 1/2", let the dehumidifier run all night. The next morning the dehumidifier was full of water and the interior was bone dry.
My old convertible used to leak all the time in the rain, took ages to totally dry out. The dehumidifier did the trick in a matter of hours....
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Uncle Fishbits (01-20-2016)
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The dehumidifier sounds like a great idea. You might also try "damp-rid" containers left in the car for a few weeks (changed out as they get used up).
As far as windows rolling down, my wife's BMW started doing that when the battery was near end of life (windows would roll down randomly on their own while car was parked). Very strange symptom, but it stopped once the battery was replaced.
As far as windows rolling down, my wife's BMW started doing that when the battery was near end of life (windows would roll down randomly on their own while car was parked). Very strange symptom, but it stopped once the battery was replaced.
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Uncle Fishbits (01-20-2016)
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I had two 1.5'' holes in the floor pan of my old Triumph Spitfire to let the water run out!
Not suggesting to drill drain holes in your F, but I would use a large Microfibre cloth to remove the excess, then as others have said, either leave a portable dehumidifier in the car overnight (this works very well) or leave the ac on say at 21C for a while and go for a drive.
Not suggesting to drill drain holes in your F, but I would use a large Microfibre cloth to remove the excess, then as others have said, either leave a portable dehumidifier in the car overnight (this works very well) or leave the ac on say at 21C for a while and go for a drive.
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Uncle Fishbits (01-20-2016)
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Superb. I did this. I also didn't have heat on max... so it would make it too warm for the leftover water. I also put down odor eaters with charcoal and baking powder in them, and that did a lot. I also took the opportunity to clean the leather.... and all seems totally fine today.
Always a silver lining. Worst case scenario I but a new one. lol
YES WE GOT SOME RAIN. Holy cow, I forgot what a good El Nino was like. I LOVE IT... for now. If this goes through March like they say, it's going to be a bit much. At least we can't complain about the drought.. as much. Winter green everywhere.
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FtypeRRR (01-20-2016)
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I had two 1.5'' holes in the floor pan of my old Triumph Spitfire to let the water run out!
Not suggesting to drill drain holes in your F, but I would use a large Microfibre cloth to remove the excess, then as others have said, either leave a portable dehumidifier in the car overnight (this works very well) or leave the ac on say at 21C for a while and go for a drive.
Not suggesting to drill drain holes in your F, but I would use a large Microfibre cloth to remove the excess, then as others have said, either leave a portable dehumidifier in the car overnight (this works very well) or leave the ac on say at 21C for a while and go for a drive.
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I am grabbing one of those little portable ones just for this situation, and ones in the future. It's rainy enough the slicker and shoes are getting damp in this car all the time. =) Great idea. Thank you.
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Do yourself a huge favor, get the Superweave, it's extremely light weight, virtually waterproof and dust proof. A must for a high end car kept out doors.
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I have 2 of these covers on cars I have to keep out doors for several years. I have not noticed any burnishing on the paint of either. But as you know not a lot of rain or wind here. But it's amazing how clean it will keep your car. In really high wind I would take it off, it could blow off. But no the material will not scratch your finish.
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Good for you, but if you read, his car has to be kept outside.
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And if you read, that's where mine were kept before I had the luxury of 2 large climate controlled spaces. I tried many expensive covers, and they didn't work well
Sorry if it upsets you that someone has an opinion which differs from yours.
Sorry if it upsets you that someone has an opinion which differs from yours.
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I honestly don't care about dirt. I drive down the 1 for work a lot, I drive it almost daily commuting to different work spots or my office. If it's clean, it's not being driven, I assume, and that's not my thing. =) I've always been known for dirty fun. Take that as you will. =)
Yeah.. live in Marin and lucky in many ways, but no garages around her, really. mostly open and covered.
The point, however, is that I am buying one of those weather proof ones for my Jeep. I can park it and forget about it for a few months as it will blend into the concrete color. =)
Thanks all! =) I'm not too jealous about the garage. I'll get there. =)
Thanks SoCal. Great stuff.