I just purchased a 96 hatch. Much to my dismay the seller did not mention that water leaks in bad. I have narrowed down the leaking to the moulding that covers the bottom of the windshield that the wipers go through. It seems there is a lot of crud, dirt and leaves built up in there and my thought is that moisture should not be getting under there. Today I took the part off (someone please help me with what the part is called.) I noticed there was no gasket or any type of sealant under it. Does anyone know where I can buy a replacement? The one that is one the car seems to have dry rot where it should be laying flush with the windshield and keeping the rain out.

I hope this is an accurate description and someone can help me out. I can post pictures of what i am talking about if this isn't clear.

 

A good price on 19 , 9, and 13?

 

there was a tsb about there not being enough seem sealer in where the firewall meets the fender i think

 

I noticed there was a lot of space in there as well. What kind of sealen would you suggest?

 

I found this information for anyone who is interested

Bulletin No.
92-050

Issue Date
FEB 3, 1997

Model [NEW]
1992 and
LATER
CIVIC

Applicable To [NEW]
ALL

File Under
BODY

Water Leak From Seam Under Corner of Dash
(Supersedes 92-050, dated May 15, 1995)

SYMPTOM

A water leak into the footwell from under the left or right corner of the dash.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Not enough sealer on the cowl side of the panel-to-bulkhead seam.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

[NEW]
Apply sealer to the seams where the side panel joins the bulkhead. Refer to section 20 of the appropriate Service Manual for removal and reinstallation of body components.

[NEW]1. Look for a leak from the lower comers of the dashboard while an assistant runs water over the windshield and cowl. Confirm which side is leaking.

[NEW]2. Remove the windshield wiper arms and the cowl cover.

[NEW]3. Remove the side sill, the inner fender, and the front fender from the side that is leaking.

4. Insert a scraping tool through the access holes, and remove all loose sealer. For better visibility, shine a flashlight through the holes.

[NEW]5. Before you reseal the seams, clean them with a wax and grease remover such as Prepsol.

6. Apply a generous amount of 3M Ultra Pro Seam Sealer (see REQUIRED MATERIALS) to the seams on the inner panel. Make sure you seal all of the seams.

NOTE : You may need to fasten a length of rubber tubing to the sealer spout when applying sealer to the upper parts of the seams.

7. Inspect the area at the bottom of the A pillar and around the hood hinge. Seal any gaps that you find in the sealer.

8. Driver's side only: Inspect the grommet around the hood release cable, and seal it if needed.

9. Retest the area for leaks.

10. Reinstall all removed parts.

 

ya thats the one i was thinking of

 

I would use the BLACK rubber silicon from NAPA. It works great. I used it on the rear window my SOL. hehehe

 

Thanks guys. I am looking for an affordable body man somewhere in my area to take care of the rust and seal it up right. The body is pretty clean besides the rusted out area of the roof in between the top of the hatch and OEM wing and the roof panel. I had big plans for the hatch but now there are a few setbacks to get the car where I need it to be to start modifying.

 

Im starting to think this hatch needs more than just sealent.