RacingComputers
RacingComputers GRM+ Memberand Reader
7/22/23 7:03 a.m.

2018 RAV 4 has a water leak either around the sun roof or around the upper right corner of a replced windshield

 

Will get repaid in the fall.

 

Anyone use DampRid hanging bags to kill the musty smell?

 

Other options besides getting the leak repaired.

 

Vehicle sets outside of garage due to  other projects inside

 

Thanks

John Welsh
John Welsh Mod Squad
7/22/23 7:09 a.m.

Damp Rid in small bucket form is popular with boats owners.  Keep a few down below in in a 35ft boat to keep things "fresher"

Your water problem is likely clogged sunroof drains or disconnected drain tube.

RacingComputers
RacingComputers GRM+ Memberand Reader
7/22/23 7:31 a.m.

Thanks for the input.

 

Amazon to the rescue

 

Results to follow

John Welsh
John Welsh Mod Squad
7/22/23 7:39 a.m.

If you need real water remediation have you considered running a cord to inside the car and leaving a residential dehumidifier running in the car overnight? 

jfryjfry
jfryjfry SuperDork
7/22/23 9:13 a.m.

Just don't pull the plastic membrane off of the damp rid bucket!   I read instructions after I wrestled it off. 

aircooled
aircooled MegaDork
7/22/23 9:16 a.m.

Smallish piece of plastic and rare earth magnets to hold it on?  Obviously a bit of a pain if you drive it every day, but it will keep the water problem outside.

RacingComputers
RacingComputers GRM+ Memberand Reader
7/22/23 10:23 a.m.

Thanks for the suggestions

TJL (Forum Supporter)
TJL (Forum Supporter) Dork
7/22/23 1:24 p.m.

If it runs, blast the AC on, on HEAT,  with the doors closed. 

These are generic DampRid containers but way less expensive. I've used these in a teardrop camper, my gun safe and multiple vehicles with great results.

https://www.dollartree.com/the-home-store-moisture-eliminators-98oz/144947?Ntt=moisture

 

dj06482 (Forum Supporter)
dj06482 (Forum Supporter) GRM+ Memberand UberDork
7/22/23 11:06 p.m.

On the earlier models ('06-12) , there were two issues. The A/C drain line can clog, and there was a TSB for leaking at the cowl. I'd get on Rav4world.com and see what are the popular sources of water leaks for that generation.

David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
7/24/23 12:16 p.m.

I have also used those DampRid buckets in cars, and it did suck up the water. 

Has anyone tried the Drop in Tab gizmo?

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