Plastic end caps on roof rails are coming unstuck

[Do we or don't we]

While washing the van today, I noticed that the rear end caps on the roof rails are coming unstuck. The near side is particularly bad, and it would appear that the sealant used to stick it down has actually pulled the paint off underneath it. Has anybody else had this issue? I have had the van from new and only ever wash it myself, and I only use a sponge and brush, never a pressure washer, so I am concerned as to why this has happened.

 

[Meoncoast]

No seen before. Are you still in warranty?

 

[Do we or don't we]

No seen before. Are you still in warranty?

Thankfully yes, I was just interested in seeing if anyone else had experienced it. It's really annoying another visit to the dealership will now be required

 

[Perfectos]

While washing the van today, I noticed that the rear end caps on the roof rails are coming unstuck. The near side is particularly bad, and it would appear that the sealant used to stick it down has actually pulled the paint off underneath it. Has anybody else had this issue? I have had the van from new and only ever wash it myself, and I only use a sponge and brush, never a pressure washer, so I am concerned as to why this has happened.
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Very common fault , some dealers stick the, back without anyone noticing ( I noticed , said nothing and they miraculously re stuck themselves during a service) .

Various posts on the forum, if in warranty, take it back, if out of warranty, I believe the weapon of choice is Sikaflex - various products will do the job.

Use the search function to find other threads , if you struggle re post and I'll have a look for you.

 

[Do we or don't we]

Thanks perfectos, I did try 4 different search inquiries but obviously I wasn't using the right words because I couldn't find anything any help would be appreciated.

 

[Perfectos]

Awning rail front cap

Missing trim -T5.1 2011 SE Does anyone have any idea what the official name for this part is and if possible the part number and availability. Regards Ray it was very hot yesterday !!

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Having just re read your original post I can see it's the Roof Chanel ends not the roof awning Channel ends that have the issue. Not so common but just as likely because it bet it's thd same factory adhesive.

Trim Unstuck

Hi, was just washing the van and noticed that this bit of trip has come away. Looks like it was fixed on with some sort of rubber compound? Cali is seven months old. I assume this is a warranty fix? Does anyone know a good dealership in the Wells, Glastonbury, or maybe Taunton, Bath area...

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Trim on the cab roof for a pop top van

I was wondering if someone could have a look at their van for me and let me know how yours is fixed. On my california generation theres a black rubber strip fixed to the front of the cab just above the windscreen, i presume to deflect the air away from the pop top join. While washing my van this...

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Finding this roof trim part ..?

Hi, The offside front roof rail/gutter (?) trim fell off somewhere on a 65 mile drive the other day. See photos for the offside (missing), nearside (still there). Question is, does anyone know how to describe the part / the part number / where to find a replacement please ?

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[owen_h]

I have had both the awning rail ends and roof track end (one side) become unbonded.
To refix I used Tiger seal PU adhesive/sealant to refix. Similar to Sikaflex. In the Sikaflex (huge) range the 521 or 522 look to me to be the most suitable.

When doing the roof track ends experiment (before applying the glue) with a combination of clamps / heavy weights how to hold the trim in place while the glue dries. Seem to recall the far end wanted to lift up and out of alignment (its was a few years ago I needed to fix mine).

 

[Do we or don't we]

Awning rail front cap

Missing trim -T5.1 2011 SE Does anyone have any idea what the official name for this part is and if possible the part number and availability. Regards Ray it was very hot yesterday !!

vwcaliforniaclub.com

Having just re read your original post I can see it's the Roof Chanel ends not the roof awning Channel ends that have the issue. Not so common but just as likely because it bet it's thd same factory adhesive.

Trim Unstuck

Hi, was just washing the van and noticed that this bit of trip has come away. Looks like it was fixed on with some sort of rubber compound? Cali is seven months old. I assume this is a warranty fix? Does anyone know a good dealership in the Wells, Glastonbury, or maybe Taunton, Bath area...

vwcaliforniaclub.com

Trim on the cab roof for a pop top van

I was wondering if someone could have a look at their van for me and let me know how yours is fixed. On my california generation theres a black rubber strip fixed to the front of the cab just above the windscreen, i presume to deflect the air away from the pop top join. While washing my van this...

vwcaliforniaclub.com

Finding this roof trim part ..?

Hi, The offside front roof rail/gutter (?) trim fell off somewhere on a 65 mile drive the other day. See photos for the offside (missing), nearside (still there). Question is, does anyone know how to describe the part / the part number / where to find a replacement please ?

vwcaliforniaclub.com

Thanks Perfectos much appreciated

 

[Do we or don't we]

I have had both the awning rail ends and roof track end (one side) become unbonded.
To refix I used Tiger seal PU adhesive/sealant to refix. Similar to Sikaflex. In the Sikaflex (huge) range the 521 or 522 look to me to be the most suitable.

When doing the roof track ends experiment (before applying the glue) with a combination of clamps / heavy weights how to hold the trim in place while the glue dries. Seem to recall the far end wanted to lift up and out of alignment (its was a few years ago I needed to fix mine).

Thanks Owen
I will probably fix it myself the cost of a tube of sealant is cheaper then than the drive to Poole and back.

 

[Perfectos]

Thanks Owen
I will probably fix it myself the cost of a tube of sealant is cheaper then than the drive to Poole and back.

Make sure you mask up the paintwork to stop over spill, the products can be a nightmare to remove once applied