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12-15-2016, 04:13 PM | #1 |
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Door Jamb FROZEN!!!
We were hit with some super cold weather and winds where I live. We are at temperatures of -29C or -20F.
I got a car wash last night and I guess that was the culprit. My door jamb on my passenger side froze! I've attached a picture of where I mean by the 'door jamb'. To fix this so that I could drive, I poured some hot water into a cup and poured a little bit of water into the area to melt the ice. I was then able to close the door - YAY! However, I am now beginning to wonder if I did the right thing. By pouring water down into that area, will I risk damaging any electronics, creating rust issues, etc.? |
12-15-2016, 05:28 PM | #3 |
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12-15-2016, 08:31 PM | #5 |
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I guess you poured water into a hole in the door:
You need to keep things lubricated, man... I've had this happen many times in the Winter, but it was caused by the rubber door seals. I have a bottle of BMW Gummi-Pflege, works well and smells like a brand new car. For door locks, you could use some oil.
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12-16-2016, 09:49 AM | #7 |
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Yeah...I would avoid pouring water into the latch of my door. I am sure it will freeze solid now, but in the spring you might hear it sloshing around. Guess you could drill a hole to let it out. Or you could just park with that door in the sun until it evaporates out.
Good luck and Peace
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12-17-2016, 12:38 PM | #10 |
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WD 40 (Water Displacement)
Many of us use Gummi Pflege on rubber (Bav Auto) but sure Cdn Tire has something for rubber weatherstripping. |
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