Seeing mixed reviews on waterproofing. Can anyone clarify why some leak and others are perfect?
601710
I didnt have rain when I used this, however, i saw how people could have the zipper flaps up and not covering the zipper. Also, mix that will putting it on your car backwards. So youre flying at 75mpr against the rain with an exposed zipper.
601711
Mine did not leak, drove 3 hours In a steady rain. You must pull the flaps down over the zipper.
601712
I believe some older models didn't have the zipper under the flap. Ours has the zipper under the flap, and we did not have any leakage. Also, if you don't follow the directions and put items with sharp corners along the outside walls, this can cause rips. Also, be sure to stuff it full. Leaving extra space causes wind damage.
1752369
The quality is very good, mine does leak when it rains or I wash it. I would look into getting new ones or see if you can get thicker weather stripping.
1848407
Dear Colin, Both cover seal made vy EVA resin. So I think it is leakproofed. Best regards Wataru Yonemura
745442
I had product stay dry under the canopy when all the walls were up. The issue is of relative humidity, if too high condensation forms inside of the canopy and drips down onto things. I covered things up when closed for the night. I haven't used it extensively though so can't say how long the waterproofing will last.
351051
I did use it once when it was raining and the water did not leak through. Hope this helps.
1544898
Well the specs do call for water sealing, however, I find teflon tape is a better way to go unless the threads have been cross threaded. Good luck.
1205116
the one i got fills up with rain water alot and never had a problem with it leaking....just try to keep a 2 yr old out of all the water lol
544028
Sounds like you're not closing it all the way, you should hear a snap when it's closed all the way. I have 3 & none of them leak, they've been great!
1633782
It actually depends on where you're mounting or installing it. Yes, it's waterproof, but applying your own seal wouldn't hurt.
1715361
We ended up sending this one back. When we used it it seemed waterproof enough, but there were too many levels. I just wanted a easy one. The one I ended up with died cause it got wet, but it worked fine until then. Hope this helps
1881020
if your goal is to prevent or stop minor roof leaks, your clean and dry statements should suffice. i recently used "flex seal brite" and cannot recommend it to you. it took a long time to set up and reacted poorly when exposed to water. much success, bh, ph. d.
143976
I use a spray on waterproofing before each trip and I've had no problems with leakage even in hard rain storms.
580447
We own several of these and have never had one leak. They fall over in the back of vehicles while offroading and get knocked around, but as of yet, none of ours have ever leaked. As long as you seal it properly it's designed not to leak.
753836
I've had mine since November and have never had a leakage problem. Could be faulty?? or over tightened?
1050690
I added a coat of Thompson's Water Seal to mine and it's pretty solid. A lot of people were complaining about swelling during rain but I haven't had that since I put the water sealer on in it.
524045
This was my question too... And it seems to be but the real test is starting school next week. So far with use around the house we have been fine! (Everyone I asked or had demonstrate showed leak proof though. This was the best option I found!)
2158553
I've used it in a light drizzle and not had any leaking problems, but I can't vouch for it in a heavy downpour.