How Long Can a Convertible's Soft Top Keep Rain Out Without Leaking?
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There is no specific time frame; it largely depends on the age of the car and the condition of the sealing strips. Below is relevant information about the rain resistance of soft-top convertibles: 1. Probability of Leakage: Soft-top convertibles have a high probability of leaking during rain. Since the roof of a soft-top convertible is a simple mechanical structure that allows for segmented opening and closing, the sealing between metal and metal connections primarily relies on installed sealing rings. Therefore, sealing rubber rings are installed between each segment of the convertible structure and the front windshield pillar (A-pillar) of the car body. 2. Age of the Car: New cars are less likely to leak because their rubber components are in better condition. However, over time and under external forces such as heavy rain and acid rain, the sealing rubber rings gradually age, harden, and may even crack, increasing the probability of roof leaks.