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[aestradaj]

Howdy, have had a 2001 Z3 for approximately 7 years. Love driving it. Live in San Antonio, Tx

 

[andyglym]

to the Forum from West Cumbria, England.

 

[t-tony]

Hi @aestradaj welcome from me too near Lincoln,UK.

Tony.

 

[aestradaj]

I am currently getting water in the trunk of my 2001 Z3 convertible. After some research & some basic testing on my part I have come to the conclusion that it is the infamous sealing frame part # 51718398104. However this part is out of stock & no longer being produced. Any suggestions on how to remedy this? thanks

 

[Shelly]

 

[Chrisr1949]

Hi and a big from Southport nr Liverpool UK

 

[Keet]

Hello and welcome to the forum

 

[hard top]

on the Forum.

I just had a look online, I honestly don't know if they do have them on stock or not but you could give them a call etc.

Link :- https://bmw.click/product/z3-sealing-frame-51718398104/

 

[Robert Hill]

Welcome from alloa scotland

 

[MisterP007]

Could also be, high-level brake light (known problem) or rear light seals.

Welcome on board.

 

[Nodzed]

 

[t-tony]

Aerial seal another suspect.

Tony.

 

[ViperKen]

Hi from South Shields, UK

 

[Althulas]

Hi and welcome from me in north Oxfordshire, England. Have a read of this if it is your frame but doubtful unless it’s been disturbed for some reason.

Alternative for Hood/Soft Top Sealing Frame Part # 51718398104

Hi The Hood/Soft Top sealing frame part # 51718398104 is currently out of supply. The frame has a habit of breaking when you try to remove it when changing the hood/soft top. An alternative that has been successfully used is a length of Neoprene Solid Rubber Strip 125" (1/8") Thick x 4" Wide...

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