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Weird Ice Problem



Hi folks,
   Finally been getting some use out of the Hak 1's I bought last winter
as the weather in the North East has allowed. Unfortunately, I've run
into an unexpected problem.
   This morning, I went out to the car and found that a large amount of
BLUE ice had accumulated near the front of the driver side door.
Somehow, the ice had worked it's way INSIDE the door hinge-area, and I
couldn't open the door further than 1/3 (there-abouts). Cleaning off the
ice from the outside didn't help. There is definately a chunk of ice
blocking the door from the inside. 
   This "ice" gives all appearance as being windshield washer solution.
It is bright blue in color. My winshield washers have been only
providing minimal spray for some time, and I've attempted to bandage
them a little by using duct-tape on the lines. I think it is time to
replace. 
   Here is what I think is happening: The lines are leaking at the
nozzles, underneath the hood. This is resulting in the majority of the
solution being sprayed around the hood compartment (on the flimsy
plastic water shield). The run-off heads over to the driver side of the
car and collects near the door well. I can't see how else the washer
solution would get to that spot of the car, since it originates on the
opposite end (front of engine compartment, passenger side). 
   Any opinions? BTDT? 

-Osman
89 200q 

BTW: The car is for sale. Please contact me for more info.