12-30-2019, 03:54 PM
I got caught in a real heavy downpour once so far. I was riding in lighter showers ( no issues) and could not go around the heavier cell or two in getting to my destination.
I found temporary relief under a funeral home entrance archway for about 15 minutes; Buick’s were slipping around on the road.
Only lasting issue was the armrest on the speedster exposed side. The next day, it was showing some “bubbling” and raised tracks below the surface of the covering upholstery.
Cleaning and then conditioning with Griots Garage leather and interior products returned it to original condition.
And yes, wheel spray and hydroplaning are the issues most annoying in heavy standing rain driving conditions. Probably best to find rest area and wait out the heavy rain. Lighter showers are not a problem and can actually be fun to ride in if you don’t mind cleaning the vehicle afterwards. I have noted rust in the dealer’s Venice demo around the seat base and belt attachment areas and so I always hand dry those areas after being in rain or even washing the cart. Front axles rust up easily too and I find that mc chain oil and chain wax is a good way to treat that issue and slow the rusting patina.
Cheers.
I found temporary relief under a funeral home entrance archway for about 15 minutes; Buick’s were slipping around on the road.
Only lasting issue was the armrest on the speedster exposed side. The next day, it was showing some “bubbling” and raised tracks below the surface of the covering upholstery.
Cleaning and then conditioning with Griots Garage leather and interior products returned it to original condition.
And yes, wheel spray and hydroplaning are the issues most annoying in heavy standing rain driving conditions. Probably best to find rest area and wait out the heavy rain. Lighter showers are not a problem and can actually be fun to ride in if you don’t mind cleaning the vehicle afterwards. I have noted rust in the dealer’s Venice demo around the seat base and belt attachment areas and so I always hand dry those areas after being in rain or even washing the cart. Front axles rust up easily too and I find that mc chain oil and chain wax is a good way to treat that issue and slow the rusting patina.
Cheers.