Shop recommendations for E93 convertible top leaks?

dpaul · 05-14-2018, 07:46 AM

Have a leak at passenger A pillar and and front convertible panel.

Anyone had similar problems and have a recommendation for a shop, even a dealer, that has successfully dealt with the issue?

mxchris727 · 05-29-2018, 12:20 PM

I don't normally recommend this, but I would bring it to the dealer. The 2011 models are notorious for leaks due to too much butyl sealant being used under the rubber seals. The dealer has the proper training for measuring and aligning the top panels with very special and precise tools. It may only cost a few hundred for them to completely re-align everything. I would call your nearest dealer and ask if they are able to work on the top.

Have you tried cleaning out all of the water channels with compressed air?

dpaul · 05-29-2018, 12:58 PM

Thanks for the thoughts. Yes, all water channels are clear - that isn't the problem in this case.

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mxchris727 Captain 195 Rep 665 Posts Drives: '03 M5, '06 325i, '12 M3 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Westport, CT iTrader: (0)	I don't normally recommend this, but I would bring it to the dealer. The 2011 models are notorious for leaks due to too much butyl sealant being used under the rubber seals. The dealer has the proper training for measuring and aligning the top panels with very special and precise tools. It may only cost a few hundred for them to completely re-align everything. I would call your nearest dealer and ask if they are able to work on the top. Have you tried cleaning out all of the water channels with compressed air? __________________ BMW GT1 (INPA, DIS, WinKFP, ect..), ISTA/P & /D is up and running! PM me if you want to stop by and code your car.
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dpaul Lieutenant Colonel 655 Rep 1,893 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 335xi, 2011 E93 M3 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Boston iTrader: (3)	Thanks for the thoughts. Yes, all water channels are clear - that isn't the problem in this case.
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