Leaking Roof

[gingerprince]

My Griffith roof leaks! It's the join at the back of the roof panel where it meets the foldy-downy-bit.

I plan to treat the roof with Renovo pretty soon (I've already got the colour restorer, need to get the waterproofer too). Is this likely to sort this if I paint it right on the joints? Anyone else had/fixed this?

Also, where can I get Renovo waterproofer? I got the colour restorer from the previous owner when I bought the car. Can I get it from any good motor factor shop, or mail order only?

[FlipFlopGriff]

I use Thompson's Water Seal - does the same job, and more widely available. I know it is primarily for bricks but if you read the tin it can also be used on fabrics etc.
Now I treat it every spring and late summer. No leaks.
Just make sure you get something to cover the paintwork and be careful not to splash the interior. Also do the hard bit too.
It takes about an hour and takes 24 hours to dry. I would do 2 coats if it hasn't been done previously to give it a good start.
FFG

[mrmaggit]

Take care applying it, as FFG says, it wicks into the fabric!

Don't leave it on the paint.

If it's the seal that's leaking, there are people in the kit-car scene that supply the rubber seals by the metre. Sorry I don't have a name.

[FlipFlopGriff]

And take extra time around the stitching.
FFG

[mrmaggit]

FlipFlopGriff said:

And take extra time around the stitching. FFG

Yes, and don't splash it all over the rear window, either.

[hedgehopper]

A new seal for the joint between the targa panel and the folding section cost me £14.10 inc. VAT from Peninsula.....Easy to fit too.

[Big Al.]

mrmaggit said:

If it's the seal that's leaking

Fernies fitted a new full hoop seal earlier this year for me, not expensive. They may even supply for a DIY fit. Give Brian a bell on 01428 656377

[billynomates]

gingerprince said:

My Griffith roof leaks! It's the join at the back of the roof panel where it meets the foldy-downy-bit. I plan to treat the roof with Renovo pretty soon (I've already got the colour restorer, need to get the waterproofer too). Is this likely to sort this if I paint it right on the joints? Anyone else had/fixed this? Also, where can I get Renovo waterproofer? I got the colour restorer from the previous owner when I bought the car. Can I get it from any good motor factor shop, or mail order only?

Err-- from Renovo look up there website----or they Ad on here all the time.

BTW Good stuff that Renovo

Phil

[simon.b]

I’ve always used the Thompson’s stuff and leak’s are a thing of the past. It’s relatively cheap and available from most DIY stores, brush it on though don’t buy the spray can.

Don’t get too hung up about splashes and/or runs, as long as these are cleaned up straight away it leaves no lasting marks. It does pong a bit for a few days though.

Cheers,

Simon.

[simpo two]

1) Check the seal and replace if perished or badly fitting

2) Colour restorer

3) Waterproofer