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Old Aug 30, 2013 | 07:49 PM
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t-top leak

I have a leak in my t-top. the water comes in at the front corner of the pass side. what is a quick fix for it?
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Old Aug 30, 2013 | 08:25 PM
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Re: t-top leak

If youre sure its not the heater core, look through the area you suspect.
Is there a gap between the stripping & body?
Are the drain holes plugged with dirt // debris?
When you take the top off, does it somewhat stick or release without tell-tail sounds of sticking?
How old // new is the stripping?

If its loose from the body, attach with stripping adhesive.
If all checks good, look at the alignment of the top to the roof line.
If thats out of adjustment you can adjust the top.
Remove the A pillar & rear latch cover. Under there you will see adjustment bolts.
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Old Aug 30, 2013 | 08:38 PM
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Re: t-top leak

Originally Posted by t-top havoc
If youre sure its not the heater core, look through the area you suspect.
Is there a gap between the stripping & body?
Are the drain holes plugged with dirt // debris?
When you take the top off, does it somewhat stick or release without tell-tail sounds of sticking?
How old // new is the stripping?

If its loose from the body, attach with stripping adhesive.
If all checks good, look at the alignment of the top to the roof line.
If thats out of adjustment you can adjust the top.
Remove the A pillar & rear latch cover. Under there you will see adjustment bolts.

ok cool, thanks. where is the drain holes located? I never looked that close. it sticks a little bit when I pull them off. I seen a little bit of rust in the middle of the T on the body. I will look close at the alignment in the morning. thanks for the info, I appreciate it
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