Puddle in the rear! why????

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theflop
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Fri Jul 06, 2007 9:59 am

Hi, I am aware that my convertible roof is leaking but the rear footwell behind the passenger seat is always soaked, when I lift the carpet there is a small puddle. I have been drying it up every now and again (ANNOYING, SMELLY).
I am sure it's not all coming in form the roof but where else? anyone had this problem before? I dont want to start seeing rust so plese advise me. thanks
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stranter
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Fri Jul 06, 2007 12:32 pm

Have you checked the boot seal? Rear light seals? Rear inner wings near the arch for holes?
shazE30
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Fri Jul 06, 2007 12:39 pm

im having the same problem figured it out to be the rubber seal that wraps around the shoehorse cover(storage for hood) only worth getting a new one currently got a cover over the top as its my second car and dont drive it much
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theflop
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Fri Jul 06, 2007 12:43 pm

Thanks guys, I 'll check those later today, I'll let you know if I find the problem.
adit
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Mon Jul 09, 2007 10:26 am

hi. i used to have the same problem on my convertible. i never actually could work it out but i ended up scraping away the factory sealant on the floor under the carpet and after bending the tabs, knocked out the circular "drain plug". i then kept standing on the carpet to squeeze the water out! i fitted the plug back in losely fitted to allow any more water to drain away. good luck with solving. adi
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