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Old Feb 7, 2009 | 09:22 PM
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how do i waterproof the computer in my rover?

also any suggestions on door seals?


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Old Feb 7, 2009 | 09:30 PM
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Did you do a search on the forum? I thought I saw a post explaining how to do it but I can't remember for sure. I was thinking a thick plastic bag and duct tape the crap out of it around the wiring harness going in to the computer. The computer will handle a good amount of water without a problem in stock form but it's not going to like being submerged completely.

AB sells new door seals but they're really expensive. I am thinking of trying a universal weatherstripping to replace the torn seal at the bottom of my driver door.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2009 | 10:03 PM
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Seal the factory "splits" in the door seals front and rear with RTV or similar sealant. thats the first place the water comes in!!
 
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Old Feb 7, 2009 | 10:40 PM
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Call Justin at Lucky8LLC. You'll have to send your ECU to him, but this is what you get back.

 
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Old Feb 7, 2009 | 11:33 PM
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awesome!!
 
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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 12:16 AM
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If you have a DII your ECU is under the dash and does not need to be waterproofed... Unless you plan on completely FLOODING your cab..

Do the door seals. That will keep 99% of any water out of the cab.
 
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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 01:27 AM
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i got a 2000 disco II. i think if i show some love to my existing door seals then i will be ok. thanks guys.
btw what does the lucky 8 treatment cost?


 
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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 01:42 AM
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ORIGINAL: pilsner

how do i waterproof the computer in my rover?

also any suggestions on door seals?


thanks
guys.

Step 1 - Stop driving into lakes.

Problem solved!

Sorry, couldn't resist.

You know you're never gonna live that down right?
 
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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 07:37 AM
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ORIGINAL: pilsner

i got a 2000 disco II. i think if i show some love to my existing door seals then i will be ok. thanks guys.
btw what does the lucky 8 treatment cost?


Around 200. Can't remember if it is 150 or 250. lol. Or around there..

99% sure your Main ECU is in the cab under the glove box. And only water is getting to it is if you flood your cab. Water over your seats ect..
 
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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 12:44 PM
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then maybe i need to get it lucky 8'd afterall. im probally the guy most likely to flood my cab. i DID drive into a lake once remember. and a swamp. and... nevermind

 
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