zipperheadopen23 Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 Hi all. Im new to this so im looking for some advice. I have just bought an N reg 300tdi, when i got it home i noticed the passanger footwell was very wet. I have stripped the glovebox out and think the leak is coming from a seam by the bulk head and the bottom of the fan system. I have checked under the wiper linkage to see if i could find the other side of the seam but can. For good measure i have coated it all with a spray mastic but the water is still getting in.. Any ideas would be greatly apprecicated.. PS i have cleaned out all the drains i can find and the sunroof has been sealed. I have had a mate look at the sunroof and he is sure that its not the cause of the problem, previous owner sealed it cause he thought it was cause of this leak.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cipx2 Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Was it raining all this time or when you drove it? Did you wash it and how? What about the coolant level? Did you keep an eye on it? I can't tell from your description if it can be a coolant leak but if it has antifreeze in it you should be able to identify it by the smell. It might help if you have or can make some pics and post them. On the other hand, all the causes of water ingress have been covered on this forum so an advanced search will reveal them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipperheadopen23 Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 Was it raining all this time or when you drove it? Did you wash it and how? What about the coolant level? Did you keep an eye on it? I can't tell from your description if it can be a coolant leak but if it has antifreeze in it you should be able to identify it by the smell. It might help if you have or can make some pics and post them. On the other hand, all the causes of water ingress have been covered on this forum so an advanced search will reveal them. Hi, hadnt washed it. Its not collant, no smell and no level change. will try and wade my way thru the forums and see what i can turn up. I have a feeling that it may be from around the screen or running from the A pillars. Thanks for the reply will just keep looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stageonesimmo Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 My M plate 300TDi leaks from one of the seams on the inner wing - water gets in just above the relay holders and runs down onto the floor behind the trim. The only way to fix it is to weld new meatal in where the old mastic has come off due to the rust expanding and splitting the seam. Not saying yours is the same, but it only takes 10 mins to get the wing off to have a look........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipperheadopen23 Posted October 28, 2009 Author Share Posted October 28, 2009 Thats sounds very promising. Its about where the leak is, i have noticed that its starting on the drivers side aswell. I will try and get the wings off morrow and if need be give them a good coat of seam sealer. Thanks for the input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pw8757 Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 I've just been dealing with the inner wing issues on my Disco. Given the age of yours is about the same as mine, you may find that rust has gone through the inner wings on the outer side of the foot well. The first way for a quick check is to pull away the door seal from the dash down to the bottom corner. This will free up the rear edge of the plastic trim for the foot well. Then undo the retaining trim clips (one unscrews, the other will pull out with a trim removing tool or a broad screwdriver). Gently pull the trim out - bear in mind its age may make it brittle. You will then be able to see if there is rust on the inner surface without removing the wing. I bow to Simmo's prowess if he can get his wings off in ten minutes - if it's the first time they've come off, you may spend that time squirting WD40 and fighting rusted up nuts.....................!! Good Luck (and welcome to the forum) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipperheadopen23 Posted October 28, 2009 Author Share Posted October 28, 2009 I have got the carpets up and all the sound proofing stripped out. The pasanger foot well is preety solid, the seam above the relays and bits is showing a small bubble of rust. the drives side doesnt seem to have any rust but does have water lines. The wings are coming off tomorrow ( weather permitting ) with the help from a mate thats a panel beater by trade. So fingers crossed they will be some signs of the dreaded rust for me to sort. Im so greatfull for all the helpful hints as i was pulling what little hair i had left out. Many thanks again.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipperheadopen23 Posted October 29, 2009 Author Share Posted October 29, 2009 Wings came off today and low and behold the seam was well and truly rusted. The original sealent had cracked and pealed. Half a tin of brushable seam sealant later the wings are back on . Just got to wait for a little sky water now to see if it has done the job. I think it will as the seam inside joins the rusted seam that was on the inner wing. Thanks to all that added their info, just wait and see what happens now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stageonesimmo Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Nice to have my prowess recognised! Mine come off in 10 mins as I've changed the fasteners for stainless and used loads of coppaslip - I admit though the first time they came off it may have taken a 'little' longer............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipperheadopen23 Posted October 30, 2009 Author Share Posted October 30, 2009 Hi all, All the hard work seems to have made the water find a differant route. I think it may be a case of dash out and all the relevant bits, That way i will have a clear view of the affected area. Just for interest the water seems to be coming from behind the fan box now, running down the wiring. More investigation i feel. And more silicon around the windscreen. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BogMonster Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 Also check the brackets on the outside of the bulkhead for the body mounts as these crack up and let water through the floor, classic cause of soggy carpets esp on rough roads - most vehicles here have this disease. You can take the engine and interior out and weld it up, or you can use most of a tube of clear silicone splatted all over the cracked area and a thick plastic bag. Guess which I used on my old one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landi41 Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 You can take the engine and interior out and weld it up, or you can use most of a tube of clear silicone splatted all over the cracked area and a thick plastic bag. Guess which I used on my old one Or if you lived over here.... Throw the friggin thing to the breakers and get another one in Toronto, they are dirt cheap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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