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W113 Pagoda SL Group => General Discussion => Topic started by: iceberg on June 16, 2005, 13:40:01

Title: Rain Water in car
Post by: iceberg on June 16, 2005, 13:40:01

Hi Guys,
It was raining in Toronto and I could not get to cover my car in time.  Now there is a puddle of water under both seats.  How do I get rid of this water before it becomes rust.  Thank God I had carpet out, so there is water on the bear metal.  Its like a pool of water under my seats.  Are there any drain ports that maybe clogged and maybe I can unclog them and let the water drain?  Please let me know.
Regards,
H

Title: Re: Rain Water in car
Post by: Cees Klumper on June 16, 2005, 15:03:01

I would use a sponge?!

Cees ("Case") Klumper in Amsterdam
'69 white 280 SL automatic

Title: Re: Rain Water in car
Post by: Dick M on June 16, 2005, 15:45:36

Also you might want to check for water behind the seats under the plywood platform..

Dick M
1970 280SL

Title: Re: Rain Water in car
Post by: TheEngineer on June 16, 2005, 18:25:34

You had better check where that water leaks into the car and remove all carpets and the felt underneath. You must dry out the car completely and cure the source of the leak. If you don't, the floor boards will rust out, a very expensive repair.

Title: Re: Rain Water in car
Post by: Sphe on June 16, 2005, 21:09:56

I'd say throw a bunch of towels under there to sop up all the water. If you want to get it really dry use a blow dryer under there.

Eugene
1965 230SL, Max Speed: Zero