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Hi there, is there any chance you can get this 12 year statement to me pls - declanmfoley@+++++.comYes it does
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Hi there, is there any chance you can get this 12 year statement to me pls - declanmfoley@+++++.comYes it does
Hi there, is there any chance you can get these emails to me pls - declanmfoley@+++++.comThat’s gold dust, can you upload it into the upload section of this site??
I’d like to have a copy to my email please. My biggest worry with my T6 I’d the dreaded roof corrosion problem.
Could you send me a copy of what is relevant? I looked in the download section but couldn't find it.I have emails from VW that the Roof is covered under the 10 year corrosion warranty if anyone what’s a copy for a claim that VW try to dismiss
It’s not rust aluminium doesn’t rust what you can see is rust from the steel inside the sealWell, yesterday was warm and sunny, the tape had finally arrived from Viking and I had a free morning to have a go at fitting the tape. Naively I had thought I would have caught the problem in time but sadly not. Mine is a March 2016 by the way.
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This was the front nearside corner, looks bad but after cleaning and using Tcut the extent of the rust contamination was more clear.
View attachment 34036
Also on the inside,
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But you can also see bubbling along the front edge. Unfortunately that wasn't the only place corrosion had occurred with each edge having some bubbling.
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This is the offside, small patch but destined for bigger things I suspect.
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Dead centre of the back edge.
There doesn't seem to be any logical reason why the corrosion has occurred where it has. If it was caused by the steel wire in the seal why then has it not bubbled up dramatically where the paint has become completely impregnated with rust at the front corner?
Anyway I couldn't face having the van shoddily repaired with a fix that would be temporary at best so I fitted the tape in the hope it will slow down the problem and in the belief that I could remove it should I need to make a claim. I had bought 3 rolls and it took two plus 450mm from the third to do the sides and back edges without stretching the tape.
I hadn't intended to do the front edge as access is awkward but having found corrosion at the corner I took the gamble and removed the remaining rubber seal. This is when I discovered the paint was literally bubbling up with seemingly no corrosion underneath.
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A neat series of bubbles!
Worst still I discovered that the top coat of paint will literally peel off quite easily and so now I suspect that it will be impossible to remove the tape without seriously damaging the paint. So in for a penny etc I applied tape to the front edge. Then used a judicious amount of silicon and profanity to get the seal back, I'd overlapped the front corners which made it very tight but the front edge was difficult to fit along its entire length for some reason. The rest went on comparatively easily, but you do need to use plenty of silicon.
So now I'm not sure if I've done the right thing. Only time will tell if the problem gets a lot worse and I've voided the warranty, but with a bit of luck this will hold the tide of corrosion back and I can enjoy the vehicle until I trade it in for an entirely plastic electric T12.
I'd check the precise wording of any eMail from VW. From my understanding the 10/12 year only relates to holes in panels etc not surface corrosion, see below. References to THROUGH CORROSION and PERFORATION being the catch!Could you send me a copy of what is relevant? I looked in the download section but couldn't find it.
Thanks.
Indeed I am rather wary of general claims. Equally I am wary of even factory extended warranties as there are differing versions that apply. You need to certain that the version you look at is the one that is current at the time of vehicle purchase.I'd check the precise wording of any eMail from VW. From my understanding the 10/12 year only relates to holes in panels etc not surface corrosion, see below. References to THROUGH CORROSION and PERFORATION being the catch!
Body protection warranty
All current Volkswagen vehicles are fully protected during manufacture against through corrosion for 12 years from the date of first registration.
The only preconditions are:
- The defect must be reported to a member of the Volkswagen Authorised Repairer network as soon as it is discovered and within the warranty period.
- The perforation must not have been caused originally by damage, neglect, insufficient care or maintenance or by external corrosion (rusting).
- A member of the Volkswagen Authorised Repairer network must be advised about any rusting as soon as it is found.
- All body repairs will be carried out promptly in accordance with the manufacturer's specification and procedures, using only approved parts and materials, so the original level of anti-corrosion protection is maintained.
I had a quick trawl and there sounds to be rumblings coming from the Tesla community regarding ally panels and corrosion.Chapeau to Loz for this - it's exactly what I'd do on a brand new Cali 100%. Maybe even two layers!
I think this thread proves that the underlying *first* issue VW need to sort is two fold (second issue being the seal) - preparation of the aluminium roof *before* paint (as anyone who has done anything like this knows prep of bare alu pre paint is very difficult and needs care due to the way it oxidises so easily once cleaned/prepped) and secondly a much better paint formula/process.
Yet again in the 21st century when numerous cars both high and low end utilise all alu or some alu panels and have zero issues in this regard it is pathetic how VW (who themselves use alu panels in some cars I'm sure) don't amend the production process once and for all after so many years.
Just imagine if Golf owners found their roof rotting after 6-12 months - VW would sort it out damn quick.
Issue seems to be I'm sure the fact the Cali production/conversion is separate to the main VW production and a 'sub contracted' arrangement.
Well, yesterday was warm and sunny, the tape had finally arrived from Viking and I had a free morning to have a go at fitting the tape. Naively I had thought I would have caught the problem in time but sadly not. Mine is a March 2016 by the way.
View attachment 34035
This was the front nearside corner, looks bad but after cleaning and using Tcut the extent of the rust contamination was more clear.
View attachment 34036
Also on the inside,
View attachment 34037
But you can also see bubbling along the front edge. Unfortunately that wasn't the only place corrosion had occurred with each edge having some bubbling.
View attachment 34038
This is the offside, small patch but destined for bigger things I suspect.
View attachment 34039
Dead centre of the back edge.
There doesn't seem to be any logical reason why the corrosion has occurred where it has. If it was caused by the steel wire in the seal why then has it not bubbled up dramatically where the paint has become completely impregnated with rust at the front corner?
Anyway I couldn't face having the van shoddily repaired with a fix that would be temporary at best so I fitted the tape in the hope it will slow down the problem and in the belief that I could remove it should I need to make a claim. I had bought 3 rolls and it took two plus 450mm from the third to do the sides and back edges without stretching the tape.
I hadn't intended to do the front edge as access is awkward but having found corrosion at the corner I took the gamble and removed the remaining rubber seal. This is when I discovered the paint was literally bubbling up with seemingly no corrosion underneath.
View attachment 34040
A neat series of bubbles!
Worst still I discovered that the top coat of paint will literally peel off quite easily and so now I suspect that it will be impossible to remove the tape without seriously damaging the paint. So in for a penny etc I applied tape to the front edge. Then used a judicious amount of silicon and profanity to get the seal back, I'd overlapped the front corners which made it very tight but the front edge was difficult to fit along its entire length for some reason. The rest went on comparatively easily, but you do need to use plenty of silicon.
So now I'm not sure if I've done the right thing. Only time will tell if the problem gets a lot worse and I've voided the warranty, but with a bit of luck this will hold the tide of corrosion back and I can enjoy the vehicle until I trade it in for an entirely plastic electric T12.
I agree with your point re the ally oxidising. I had an old Grumman aluminium canoe and the thinking in the canoe world was that you should leave alone, resist the temptation to polish it. Once the surface has an oxidised outer film it forms a protective layer, stopping further oxidisation.Presuming though the minor bubbles are not too big an issue *as long as* no steel is allowed to come into play.
Take that away and even if the alu is exposed then it should just oxidise over preventing further issues. It only 'corrodes' and starts to powder if galvanic corrosion can take place and for that you need the steel in the seal.
Isolate that steel and the worst that can happen is minor paint bubbling and peel but at least not actual destruction of the alu?
Is that correct?
Powder coating the roofs rather than wet paint might be an idea.
Indeed I am rather wary of general claims. Equally I am wary of even factory extended warranties as there are differing versions that apply. You need to certain that the version you look at is the one that is current at the time of vehicle purchase.
Presuming though the minor bubbles are not too big an issue *as long as* no steel is allowed to come into play.
Take that away and even if the alu is exposed then it should just oxidise over preventing further issues. It only 'corrodes' and starts to powder if galvanic corrosion can take place and for that you need the steel in the seal.
Isolate that steel and the worst that can happen is minor paint bubbling and peel but at least not actual destruction of the alu?
Is that correct?
Powder coating the roofs rather than wet paint might be an idea.
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Hello can you please help with the name of the tape because the link comes back as a 404 error so I can't see it on the site.Nice job Loz. Pity about the bubble but on the bright side justifies doing it.
I presume you used this one I found in an earlier post
https://www.vikingtapes.co.uk/colle...ape-short-rolls-25mm-x-3m?variant=34688318791
4 rolls ?
Mike
HelloCould you send me a copy of what is relevant? I looked in the download section but couldn't find it.
Thanks.
Hi BJGIf anyone wishes to 'seal' the edging to prevent water/moisture or dirt ingress into the area then this Sikaflex should be suitable as it is non setting & Black.
This was a belt & braces suggestion ie tape plus sealant.Hi BJG
this method was chosen by Vw as one or the earlier “Fixes“ But it is not now recommend by VW due to their failed attempts with this method in the past to prevent the issue occurring.
the sealant will prevent future inspection, , similarly it will leave a residue of sealant on the panel, which will be hard to remove & give VW a get out of jail free card
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