Water collecting on the door sills?

[_Matt_ 26]

When it rains I get a small pool of water on the door sill (visible when you open the door).

 

Would this be the window scraper seal that needs replacing as it doesn’t sit flush with the door frames when doors are closed? I’ve got a bit of rust there on both sides because of it.

 

Thanks

[robrado974 1]

When it rains I get a small pool of water on the door sill (visible when you open the door).

 

Would this be the window scraper seal that needs replacing as it doesn’t sit flush with the door frames when doors are closed? I’ve got a bit of rust there on both sides because of it.

 

Thanks

 

You will have water in this spot , because of the drain holes in the bottom of the door . The seal is not designed to be water tight that would be impossible against a window that moves . Hope this helps .

 

 

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[_Matt_ 26]

Thanks makes sense. Just looking to get the rust repaired so wanted to make sure I wasn’t missing anything, such as the seals in my coatings.

Cheers

Matt

[Jon_vr6 1]

You will have water in this spot , because of the drain holes in the bottom of the door . The seal is not designed to be water tight that would be impossible against a window that moves . Hope this helps .

 

 

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If he gets a collection of water on the sill doesn't that mean that the drain holes are draining. As it would collect in the door itself?

 

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Edited February 17, 2018 by Jon_vr6

[robrado974 1]

If he gets a collection over water on the sill doesn't that mean that the drain holes are draining. As it would collect in the door itself?

 

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That’s what I’m saying Jon , the drain holes are doing their job .

 

 

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[Jon_vr6 1]

That’s what I’m saying Jon , the drain holes are doing their job .

 

 

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Sorry mate I read it wrong.

 

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[robrado974 1]

Sorry mate I read it wrong.

 

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[_Matt_ 26]

Cheers fellas. All good then and I suppose the rust is just what happens after 23 years of getting wet and use!

[Keyo 47]

Cheers fellas. All good then and I suppose the rust is just what happens after 23 years of getting wet and use!

 

I removed the spoonfed door foot trims today as tha adhesive tape needs replacing , I also have a bit of rust on the drivers side door footwell that needs attantion before I put them back on.

 

Question fellow members, my drive is on a slope and parked with the engine facing downhill. When I open either door after it has rained is it normal for rain water to gush out of the drain hole on the bottom of the door , should this not be draining out without opening the door ? There is no signs of water leaks inside the cabin.

 

Thank You.

[robrado974 1]

Because you are parked on a hill the water is still draining, but it’s filling at one end (because of the incline or decline, hence when you open the door it starts to drain . I wouldn’t say you have anything to worry about .

[Keyo 47]

Thanks Robrado,

 

P.s I have some original high A pillar screw caps in black from Germany en route Rob Pm ill have a couple of spare if you need some .

 

Also anyone with a spare fuse trim clip PM me and I can swop 2 a pliilar trim caps and 3 original blue hose clamps.

 

Cheers.

Edited March 9, 2019 by Keyo

[robrado974 1]

Great , I will purchase some please .

[Keyo 47]

Dont worry Rob didnt cost much as ordered alongside other parts just PM your address might be a few weeks as ordered from Germany classics.

 

Cheers.

[robrado974 1]

Nice of you thank you, happy to pay pnp .

[_Matt_ 26]

Yeah nothing to worry about, my drive is on a slight slope and i park diagonally across it - more water pours out one side vs the other.

 

Originally I’d thought something was wrong with the water plus the rust (now fixed I’ll add!) but it’s allgood and doing as designed

[Keyo 47]

Good to hear mate , body work repairs are going to add up to a pretty penny but im leaving it as the last job. Went to Merc today to get some door card clips and serpentine belt, its unbeliavable what they carry in stock, VAG could learn a thing or two off their classics parts service, they even do a classic service at selected main dealers for cars older the 15 years at a reduced rate of £150 good for the old stamp book.

Edited March 9, 2019 by Keyo

[Keyo 47]

No worries on that front Ill pm you once arrived and I check they fit, I believe they are saturn black Part number 357-867-169/B41

[_Matt_ 26]

I definitely agree there Keyo. Merc and Porsche both are committed to keeping their cars on the road. I think it’s great for the brands as it shows pride in the product and adds to the reputation for building cars that will last.

 

Bodywork is sadly really expensive. I had a few touch ups, rust repairs, new boot and wheel refurb and it set me back 2k. One of the arches they repaired it rusting again too. I haven’t got involved in bodywork before but think I could have got it done for less now I’ve read some other posts on Facebook, maybe.

[Keyo 47]

I definitely agree there Keyo. Merc and Porsche both are committed to keeping their cars on the road. I think it’s great for the brands as it shows pride in the product and adds to the reputation for building cars that will last.

 

Bodywork is sadly really expensive. I had a few touch ups, rust repairs, new boot and wheel refurb and it set me back 2k. One of the arches they repaired it rusting again too. I haven’t got involved in bodywork before but think I could have got it done for less now I’ve read some other posts on Facebook, maybe.

 

 

It really is hit and miss body repair, if they are busy the quote can all most double and a lot of them do not do the prep/quality chemicals to insure the job lasts. Ive found a guy near Nuneaton and his a classic car specialist that is meant to be an expert at cutting out and welding so going to give him a bash, also was a lot cheaper then insurance specialists based in Birmingham. The front wing on my Merc needs doing to, I asked in the shop have you any available and they were yes over 600 in the main warehouse ha the first R129 was released in 89! Ive been told there was a HSE law change from oil based paint to water based in the 90s in Germany this did not help the life exspentancy of panels from this era , also a HSE ruling on cylinder lining using a different a different material that led to premature cylinder scoring especially on 911 966 .