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How do you guys fix that leaky top?

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Old 09-10-2008, 07:30 PM
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How do you guys fix that leaky top?

whats up guys i have a 86 Runner and when ever it rains i get water leaking in my cab past the rear top. ive tried to reposition it but still leaks any tips you guys have would be great.
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You either have a bad seal or you didn't put the bolts on in the correct sequence. If you didn't do the right sequence then its gonna leek and probably warp your top.
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Old 09-10-2008, 07:42 PM
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i usually tighten the front bolts first then the side ones, didnt know there was a special pattern do you happen to know what it is.
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UH YEA! Theres a VERY VERY VERY specific way you do it do you have the owners manual for the truck?
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I just never took mine off out of this fear. HAHA.
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or get a new weather strip that goes from the bare metal to the bottom of the top
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