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In getting a constant drip from the just above the drivers side window seal, near the latch handle. Doesn't appear to be any obvious gaps or damage. Any common issues here?

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Cabby roof leak

Usual suspects are the foam gasket seals that sit under the rubber seal holders.
Also the mastic that is under the top header seal may need redoing.
Generally tightening the J hooks to close the roof header tighter against the header seal can help.


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Tried tightening the j hooks (very tight now lol). Can you get the foam from VW, or is any generic stuff OK?

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Cabby roof leak

I think VW still do them.
But I have them in stock anyway for when I'm doing roofs.

For the front header seal apply sillo under the edge of the seal lip where it meets the paintwork across the windscreen frame about 6-7 inches. Start at the very  begining outer bit where the seal knuckle is and work towards the middle.
I usualy run a strip of masking tape inline with the seal edge, helps keep clean up to a minimum.

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chortle Do you sell the foam gasket kits?, if so, how much delivered to Derbyshire?
Cheers

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Cabby roof leak

Smig I'm in Derby mate.

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I live Heanor but work Raynesway, you anywhere near those?

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Cabby roof leak

I'm literally 5 mins off raynesway in Alvaston.

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Excellent. Have you got any foam seals for sale?

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Got a box full mate lol.
Feel free to come over

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I'm out of the country until Tuesday. I will PM you early next week to arrange picking some up. Much appreciated 👍

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Cabby roof leak

Ok bud
If it's a good night we can replace them here if you like. Just bring some silicone sealant with you.

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Hi chortle
Can you let me know when your available so I can purchase these foam seals from you. I tried re-sealing the outer edge of the top seal, but it still leaks 😕.

Cheers fella

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Cabby roof leak

Dave send me a Message mate.
Cheers

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Hi Chortle

I hope you can help, I have the same problem in my cabbie aswel. is this something you can help with?

I work in in ilkeston, near the old ski slop. so fairly easy to get to….

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Cabby roof leak

Puckster1976
Sure you can whizz round to me over in Derby if you like.
I can then assess the roof, seals etcetera.
Send me a private message on here though.

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