Can you get a hard-top for the Chimp?
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Ever considered the power to weight ratio penalties of carrying around a small swimming pool all winter? 
And while I'm on the subject, ever noticed how a packet of absorbent cloths and a portable hair dryer fit in the cubby pocket behind the seats?
Vital equipment for driving in the rain.
Seriously, I've repaired the stitching on the rear window and proofed the roof with fabsil and it still leaks badly somewhere around the back section. The amount of condensation I get is just scary.
I must be missing some seals or something.
And while I'm on the subject, ever noticed how a packet of absorbent cloths and a portable hair dryer fit in the cubby pocket behind the seats?
Vital equipment for driving in the rain. Seriously, I've repaired the stitching on the rear window and proofed the roof with fabsil and it still leaks badly somewhere around the back section. The amount of condensation I get is just scary.
I must be missing some seals or something.
I'm having some work done on the pool at the moment (front wishbones, extra rubber ducks ...) so I've asked the guys to apply the Fabsil Gold I bought last week. Been waiting for the British weather to give me the prospect of 12 dry hours to let the stuff dry. The last long range forecast I saw said I had a 50% chance of 12hrs in July 2007. Speaking to the previous owner, sounds like he never treated the hood.
Stupidity to one side, if you are looking to buy Fabsil or an equivalent, I'd recommend internet camping/climbing suppliers. Wasted an afternoon driving round DIY and car shops, then found it in 2mins on the web.
Think I also found the route the water was taking from the velcro by the drivers window to the floor behind the drivers seat. Half the route was behind the carpeting on the wall which gave the effect of a "magic spring". Took a long tme to convince myself that it wasn't coming in through a poorly selaed bolt in the wheel arch. It is amazing how much water a drip per 2 seconds can transport. Try leaving a cup under a slightly dripping tap overnight and you'll see what I mean.
Stupidity to one side, if you are looking to buy Fabsil or an equivalent, I'd recommend internet camping/climbing suppliers. Wasted an afternoon driving round DIY and car shops, then found it in 2mins on the web.
Think I also found the route the water was taking from the velcro by the drivers window to the floor behind the drivers seat. Half the route was behind the carpeting on the wall which gave the effect of a "magic spring". Took a long tme to convince myself that it wasn't coming in through a poorly selaed bolt in the wheel arch. It is amazing how much water a drip per 2 seconds can transport. Try leaving a cup under a slightly dripping tap overnight and you'll see what I mean.
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