Dashboard Waterfall?

halijax · Nov 16, 2009

Here's a weird one.

I haven't had my XJ for long. I drove it in the rain this morning and above 60 MPH it sounds like someone has stuck a hose behind the dashboard by the A-pillar and let 'er rip.

I'm assuming it's just the sound of water being kicked up underneath but it's weird how it sounds exactly like running water.

There's no water coming in anywhere. Is this a normal sound?

Ghost · Nov 16, 2009

Not sure I understand. Moved to OEM Tech.

joe_peters · Nov 16, 2009

Check your fender liner.

halijax · Nov 16, 2009

Thanks Joe_P,

That's a really good point. The driver's side front fender has some minor damage to it, and you can see where the inner liner and flare has been removed and replaced when the fender was straightened out. When they replaced them, they didn't do a very good job and they're a bit loose. Maybe I'll spend some time making them more secure.

Detour · Nov 17, 2009

I read this just for the creative title..........what vehical did you drive prior?
XJ's are a'lil bare-boned in the quiet dept.

ehall · Nov 17, 2009

rain water that goes into the cowl drains out through the lower fenders/A-pillars, run a hose on the cowl and you'll see

halijax · Nov 17, 2009

I had a TJ previously so I'm used to the sound of water hitting the underside of the vehicle when it's raining. I was just surprised at the distinctive sound of running water. I actually expected to look down and see water pouring on my boots! Anyway, I'm not worried about it but I will take a look at that fender liner to see if I should secure it better. Thanks for the feedback.

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