E88 roof won’t open

[Wazowski]

As you might imagine based on the miles, it’s a DD. Spends all day at work outside, but is garaged at night and weekends (and the occasional snow events&#128521.

[GoRomeo]

Originally Posted by Gray_Panther

Thank you! My parent's E88 only had issue with glue failing on rear window but my dad sealed it back up. Been holding up fine for two years and no other issues. They open/close the top a lot, so it's nice to have these reported problems and fixes handy in our search history!

Hi there thanks for sharing. Do you know what your dad used to seal the window? One of my sides its got a little opening and would like to seal it as well. Thanks 🙏.

[Hellshalfacre]

Originally Posted by GoRomeo

Hi there thanks for sharing. Do you know what your dad used to seal the window? One of my sides its got a little opening and would like to seal it as well. Thanks 🙏.

I just did this job last weekend with 3m Window weld. Passed the hose test. There are mixed long term results with this method which I'm sure has more to do with prep and application than of the product itself.

[GoRomeo]

Originally Posted by Hellshalfacre

I just did this job last weekend with 3m Window weld. Passed the hose test. There are mixed long term results with this method which I'm sure has more to do with prep and application than of the product itself.

Wow that looks pretty intensive work for me 😂 Thabks for sharing. I will look into that. 👍

[Hellshalfacre]

Originally Posted by GoRomeo

Wow that looks pretty intensive work for me 😂 Thabks for sharing. I will look into that. 👍

It doesn't have to be if you have just a small area that needs resealing. For me, the more I tried to crop out the old failed sealant, the more failed areas I found. I finally ended up removing all sealant to the point that the glass was loose in the roof so I could clean everything really well. I used the center (orange) glass clamp just to position the window and add a little upward force. Then a small flat hook at the driver's side top to bring that side down about 5mm or so. This got the glass in the perfect position. Then it was just seal, clamp, and trim off excess. Looks fine. I'll get a shot of the finished product. Really not terribly difficult and cost 60 bucks for everything. I had the large glass clamp from another project. If/when it fails I'll probably do one more round of the same before replacing the top. The rest of the top is in great condition and operates perfectly so I wanted to at least try this method. The tops been up and down about a dozen times since the repair and so far so good. The Florida summer will be the real test though.

[Hellshalfacre]

Not perfect by any means, but keeps the water out and looks OK. I figure if it holds for a year I'll be happy.

[GoRomeo]

Originally Posted by Hellshalfacre

Not perfect by any means, but keeps the water out and looks OK. I figure if it holds for a year I'll be happy.

Wow that look pretty good. So the sealant I need to buy its call the 3M kit sealant?

[GoRomeo]

Originally Posted by Hellshalfacre

Not perfect by any means, but keeps the water out and looks OK. I figure if it holds for a year I'll be happy.

I wonder what I can use to press down the area. Maybe leave it overnight! I notice every time I open the top, that area takes a hit and it cracks opens up the cut 🥹😏

[Hellshalfacre]

Originally Posted by GoRomeo

Wow that look pretty good. So the sealant I need to buy its call the 3M kit sealant?

Thanks. It's called 3M Window Weld. There are some other similar products, but that one had the best reviews. It's available at most parts stores, Amazon etc. The clamps are on Amazon as well if you decide to go that route.

[GoRomeo]

Originally Posted by Hellshalfacre

Thanks. It's called 3M Window Weld. There are some other similar products, but that one had the best reviews. It's available at most parts stores, Amazon etc. The clamps are on Amazon as well if you decide to go that route.

Yeah I am watching a video on YouTube. Mine its got a small opening about 2” long only so I think I can tackle this project soon. ☝️☺️.

[GoRomeo]

Originally Posted by Hellshalfacre

I just did this job last weekend with 3m Window weld. Passed the hose test. There are mixed long term results with this method which I'm sure has more to do with prep and application than of the product itself.

Tackled this today after work. Used the windo weld you recommended. Will leave suction clamps overnight. Well see results tomorrow. 🫰🏼😬.

The black glue Residue is supposed to come off using a blade once it dried out.

[Hellshalfacre]

Originally Posted by GoRomeo

Tackled this today after work. Used the windo weld you recommended. Will leave suction clamps overnight. Well see results tomorrow. 🫰🏼😬.

The black glue Residue is supposed to come off using a blade once it dried out.

Nice! I taped the glass adjacent to the bead and pulled it off after about an hour, then trimmed any excess off with a utility knife once it dried. My repair is still holding up well but it's only been a couple weeks. We did have some heavy rain and no issues so far. Hope yours comes out great.

[GoRomeo]

Originally Posted by Hellshalfacre

Nice! I taped the glass adjacent to the bead and pulled it off after about an hour, then trimmed any excess off with a utility knife once it dried. My repair is still holding up well but it's only been a couple weeks. We did have some heavy rain and no issues so far. Hope yours comes out great.

Nice. Thank you! 🙏

[GoRomeo]

Originally Posted by Hellshalfacre

Nice! I taped the glass adjacent to the bead and pulled it off after about an hour, then trimmed any excess off with a utility knife once it dried. My repair is still holding up well but it's only been a couple weeks. We did have some heavy rain and no issues so far. Hope yours comes out great.

What do you think? 🤔 Not bad huh. Let the clamps for well over 24 hrs. I also opened and closed top and the rear glass stays and sticks to the roof pretty well now. Before it would make a small opening when opening. No more. Rain I am ready for you… Just kidding ☝️😂

[Hellshalfacre]

Originally Posted by GoRomeo

What do you think? 🤔 Not bad huh. Let the clamps for well over 24 hrs. I also opened and closed top and the rear glass stays and sticks to the roof pretty well now. Before it would make a small opening when opening. No more. Rain I am ready for you… Just kidding ☝️😂

Sweet! Looks great. I'd say you nailed it. I'm hoping these repairs last awhile but I guess we'll see. Nice work!

[ejm3]

That looks really good!

[GoRomeo]

I feel so bad for OP. We hijacked this thread. I hope he found a fix for his roof not opening issues. OP??? I mean its been more than 3 yrs. 🤔

[Hellshalfacre]

Originally Posted by GoRomeo

I feel so bad for OP. We hijacked this thread. I hope he found a fix for his roof not opening issues. OP??? I mean its been more than 3 yrs. 🤔

Woops, you're right. Sorry OP!