leaking hood

[cds195]

Having purchased a '99 mk2 mx5 a couple of weeks ago, I find this morning that the hood is leaking! It is the original so I guess I shouldn't be too surprised. Anyway, does anyone know of someone who can replace it, preferably around the Bristol/South West area (but anywhere if not)? It seems it shouldn't cost more than £250.

Many thanks in advance,
Craig.

[miniman]

The car I just bought had a new hood from Bristol Sunroof Centre earlier this year, invoice total was £380 which seems a lot, however they do seem to have done a decent job of it. 0117 972 8383

[cds195]

thanks for the reply miniman. Does that have the heated rear window? If it does then that price seems pretty reasonable.

[miniman]

No it's a bog standard vinyl roof with plastic window. Like you, I would have expected mohair with heated glass at that price to be honest.

[crofty1984]

I think a lot of the £250 ish figures are just to buy the hood and fit it yourself.

[MrV]

miniman said:

No it's a bog standard vinyl roof with plastic window. Like you, I would have expected mohair with heated glass at that price to be honest.

Theres a place in Swansea Jack Smith Trimmers most of the MX lot seem to recommend that do Mohair hoods fitted for £250

[cds195]

Thanks a lot for the replies. Gave Jack Smith's aring and you're right, £250 with heated glass (mine)!!

However, given that the water is coming in from the window tops, I've been advised to adjust the weather-strips and check the drainage holes. After a downpour, when I brake, all the water comes out and onto the passenger seat! So will check the seals first.

Thanks again.

[Negative Creep]

cds195 said:

Thanks a lot for the replies. Gave Jack Smith's aring and you're right, £250 with heated glass (mine)!!

However, given that the water is coming in from the window tops, I've been advised to adjust the weather-strips and check the drainage holes. After a downpour, when I brake, all the water comes out and onto the passenger seat! So will check the seals first.

Thanks again.

I have the exact same problem with mine. What do you mean by adjusting the weather strips?

[cds195]

The rubber seals at the top of the window (attached to the frame) can be removed and checked over by removing two screws. Underneath, there is a stainless steel runner whose screws can be loosened; the runner can then be moved 'outwards' and the screws tightened and the rubber seals replaced. This causes a firmer seal with the window when the door is shut. I haven't tried this yet, but if the rain stops sometime this year I might give it a try!
Cheers.

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