Condensation

Zxrob · February 9, 2020, 20:12

My 2 is not garaged just kept on the drive, I have noticed on certain days over the winter there is a lot of condensation build up inside, on the front and rear screens, also, settling on the inside of the roof, I use a couple of tubs filled with salt to help absorb the moisture, cheap and cheerful but does the trick

Rob

Chilli Girl · February 9, 2020, 20:34

Blocked drains spring to mind Rob!

Zxrob · February 9, 2020, 20:41

Quote from: Chilli Girl on February 9, 2020, 20:34Blocked drains spring to mind Rob!

They are clear, one of the first jobs I did

Rob

Gaz mr-s · February 9, 2020, 20:57

Quote from: Zxrob on February 9, 2020, 20:41
Quote from: Chilli Girl on February 9, 2020, 20:34Blocked drains spring to mind Rob!

They are clear, one of the first jobs I did

Rob

But were they clear before you checked?

Zxrob · February 10, 2020, 09:14

Quote from: Gaz mr-s on February 9, 2020, 20:57
Quote from: Zxrob on February 9, 2020, 20:41
Quote from: Chilli Girl on February 9, 2020, 20:34Blocked drains spring to mind Rob!

They are clear, one of the first jobs I did

Rob

But were they clear before you checked?

There was a git of gunge in them but not enough to stop them draining

Rob

Gaz mr-s · February 10, 2020, 11:07

You're probably ok then. The reason I asked is that there is a drain pipe underneath the plastic bins. It is very narrow rubber & silts-up. It also has a 'top hat' shape and if there is any water in there it won't disappear. I have a drain-bag leak & removing the little pipe eliminates any water lying there.

delhusband · February 10, 2020, 12:34

I have same issue, windscreen was so bad one morning it looked like it had rained inside. I use these, which help (I've got unscented ones)
passive 500ml dehumidifier

Carolyn · February 10, 2020, 12:57

Moisture builds up over time in my daily too. Every once in a while, I crack the windows and place small fan heater on a low setting on the floor and leave it to run for a few hours.

Gets the residual damp out of everything and then the car stays dry for quite a few weeks/months.

Topdownman · February 10, 2020, 13:26

I too get winter condensation inside.

I did have one of those dehumidifiers that is like 3 small bags sewn together that you can dry out on a radiator in the house once damp.

I think they have cat litter inside. Unfortunately one bag split though.

househead · February 10, 2020, 14:15

Silica gel comes in 50/100g packs. Some of them can be reactivated by microwaving.

"Do Not Eat"

Joesson · February 10, 2020, 17:24

Quote from: mr2noob on February 10, 2020, 13:06During cold evenings I had condensation inside my brand new headlights...

I do know that the PFL lights are not sealed units. They are open to atmosphere via a small 10 mm or less tube that has a small foam insert.

Topdownman · February 12, 2020, 06:28

Quote from: Topdownman on February 10, 2020, 13:26I think they have cat litter inside. Unfortunately one bag split though.

Hopefully the local cats didn't find out?

That would explain the odd smell in my car.....