Mine is in good shape...and I make sure to "lubricate" the rubber lightly with Vaseline (try it!), but mine keeps leaking in the rain...a lot...drips in my lap, on the horn button etc...esp if at speed...like 60-70...no way of keeping it out ,and my topp goes down verey tight....my recommendation , just dont drive in the rain! I try not to, but sometimes get caught...it just stinks!