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Caulking

November 23, 2015, 10:12:22 am

Yahoo Message Number: 103872

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I need to replace a Fan-tastic vent cover.  What type of caulking should I use where hinge is on roof and over screw holes?

Dave

2005 Allure #31284
2005 jeep

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Re: Caulking

Reply #1 – November 23, 2015, 10:25:02 am

Yahoo Message Number: 103873

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TWIMC,

Dicor Self-Leveling Lap Sealant. It's $$ cheaper on line, but you can normally get a tube at camping world or the like.

Sincerely 
Alex


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Re: Caulking

Reply #2 – November 25, 2015, 12:55:40 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 103938

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Dave,

You may also want to consider using Eternabond tape.  It is available online, Walmart and Camping World.  It is a roofing tape that many RVer's have had success with rather than using caulk.  I have also used it to seal a hole in my fresh water tank.

Don

2000 Magna #5854

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Re: Caulking

Reply #3 – November 25, 2015, 01:05:11 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 103939

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Also you could do both:)!

Dicor self leveling caulk. And if the screws themselves are not yet in, adding some to the holes screws as they go in too.

Then also cover with say 4" wide Eternabond. Follow the directions well, especially cleaning the area it is to be applied to. And then be sure to roller over the leading edges to be sure they are down tight. Bubble areas can be slightly cut with a straight edge, then pushed down securely removing pockets of air, Say over the hinge base, if it is needed.

Finally, nothing wrong with putting a thin coat of Dicor self leveling along the edges of the tape where attaches to the roof.

Go slow, take your time, and this could be a one time job:)!

Best,

Smitty

04 Allure 31017

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