Is it necessary to replace deafening tar after water damage?

[LC200ER]

Long story short, rig got stuck in water, some water entered the cabin, dealer torn down carpet, recommend replacing jute and deafening tar for an extra 1k over 3k labor. Is it necessary to replace the tar? I do plan to keep this rig for my lifetime.

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Thank you for your input.

Joshua

 

[prharper]

Dang. That's a bummer. No clue on the tar, seems pricey.

For those with the fuel pump recall, these pics are good and might give folks an idea of where they access the fuel tank from above in the rear cabin.

 

[Njck22]

If the 200 is like other toyotas/cruisers the "tar" are asphalt sheets. Let them air out and they will be completely dry and fine. Many a landcruiser with these sheets has been submerged and never had an issue. I don't understand how the dealer could "replace" them. Maybe they would put dyna mat down.

 

[CharlieS]

Dang. That's a bummer. No clue on the tar, seems pricey.

For those with the fuel pump recall, these picks are good and might give folks an idea of where they access the fuel tank from above in the rear cabin.

FYI - The fuel access hatch is under the plastic ducting under the second row passenger seat, near that bright yellow spot.

 

[TLC2013]

Ouch, sorry to hear. Dying to hear the long story behind this. Hope the repairs go well. So many questions....Any mechanical or electrical problems related to the powertrain from the water intrusion? How deep was the water did it take time to get past the door seals?

 

[silverhorse]

No on replacing the tar/undercoat... water doesn't bother it..

 

[bloc]

The only potential issue I see is it could introduce mildew if you get water under the carpet in the future. As long as everything is cleaned up well, possibly with a mild bleach solution, then stays dry from here on out the old tar will be just fine.

 

[LC200ER]

Ouch, sorry to hear. Dying to hear the long story behind this. Hope the repairs go well. So many questions....Any mechanical or electrical problems related to the powertrain from the water intrusion? How deep was the water did it take time to get past the door seals?

Only issue was driver heated seat malfunction. No other problems. The rear of the rig was submerged in pond, not sure on how water got in.

 

[KLF]

If I was doing this project, I would start by washing out as much of that dirt as possible, with a mild detergent. Then a diluted bleach water rinse, and use a wet/dry vac to extract as much as possible, then blow it out really well with a strong leaf blower, or use compressed air. I don't see any reason to replace that bitumin-based sound deadener, but you just want to make sure there's no water left to mold or cause rust.

It really sucks to pull that stuff off, although one trick I saw years ago was freeze it really well with dry ice, then whack it with a hammer and it shatters right off.

 

[NoClue]

That is A LOT of mold. Remediation is necessary - there is probably mold in the HVAC ducts as well. Why chance it when everything is already apart?

 

[KLF]

Oh yes, absolutely, I would pull all that floor ductwork out and wash/rinse it really well. Lots of critters hiding under it.

 

[LC200ER]

That is A LOT of mold. Remediation is necessary - there is probably mold in the HVAC ducts as well. Why chance it when everything is already apart?

hmmm I am not sure if they are mold. This incident happened 3 days ago, those pictures were taken before they cleaned them. Please see the attached photo for the after clean up picture.

 

[NoClue]

Is that mold on your rear interior trim panels?

 

[stonepa]

Is that mold on your rear interior trim panels?

None of that looks like mold. My guess is mud.

 

[mcgaskins]

Have you happened to get insurance involved yet? Usually water damage means lots of stuff that is hard to see and usually means long term issues that aren't apparent yet from corrosion on electrical contacts. Depending on your insurance coverage and company, I might reach out to them because the damage may be worse/more expensive than it looks.

 

[LC200ER]

Is that mold on your rear interior trim panels?

most likely the elements from the muddy water.

 

[LC200ER]

Have you happened to get insurance involved yet? Usually water damage means lots of stuff that is hard to see and usually means long term issues that aren't apparent yet from corrosion on electrical contacts. Depending on your insurance coverage and company, I might reach out to them because the damage may be worse/more expensive than it looks.

Sadly my insurance is liability only. Are they going to even consider this? Just curious.

 

[hickuptruck]

Wait, you have liability only your 2016+ Land Cruiser? Whaaaaaa? How big are you balls and wallet? I am absolutely dumbfounded.....

You sure you have liability only on a $60k+ rig?

 

[LC200ER]

Wait, you have liability only your 2016+ Land Cruiser? Whaaaaaa? How big are you balls and wallet? I am absolutely dumbfounded.....

You sure you have liability only on a $60k+ rig?

haha its a 2018. I just assume I am a good driver.

 

[samster747]

haha its a 2018. I just assume I am a good driver.

Famous last words....I don't doubt my driving skills as well. However, I doubt the driving skills of everyone else out there.