How Do I Re-seal This
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olcoon
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From the looks of things, this is the caulk that is in contact with the rubber roof. If I remember correctly (and I'm probably not!), use Dawn dishwashing soap to clean the area around the caulking & roof, rinse it good, and let it completely dry. Then use Dicor self leveling caulk. Never use silicone or any other type of caulk on the rubber roof, as it will damage the rubber roofing. The new Dicor self leveling caulk can be applied over the old caulk, but it must be cleaned good so it will stick to the old caulk, and rubber roof. It can be bought at any RV store. If I'm wrong about prepping the roof prior to applying the new caulk, someone will soon correct me!
danemayer
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The seal between the rubber roof and gutter needs to be re-sealed. How do I prep it? Which sealant do I use?
Rex,
That cracking looks unusual to me - maybe a bad batch of caulk. I'd suggest you call Heartland Customer Service at 877-262-8032 / 574-262-8030. Have your VIN # ready. Share those pictures and get their opinion on what's going on. You might need to do more than just around the gutters and I'd think bad caulk would be covered under your 2 year LM warranty even though caulking is normally only covered for 90 days.
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rxbristol
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Bill, did you have the same problem? Did you go over the Eternabond with a Dicor product, especially the top edge?
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That's what I was thinking.
MTPockets
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Mine had a similar appearance that was just on the caulk surface. Lot's of sun will do that to some caulks. Starting on one end, I used a small flat blade screwdriver to pry up the caulk which then peeled off in strips from 2 - 3 ft each. I then replaced the caulk using Proflex brand RV sealant which is a bit tricky to work with, but does a great job. It's very sticky, but once I got the hang of it, it was an easy application. Been on two years now and still looks good.
Bill,
would you be so kind as to post a couple of pictures of your work. I like the idea of the tape. When i re roofed my first trailer I used the Eternabond tape over the front and back roof caps, and all the vents. That was the best thing i ever did. no need to recaulk every year. I never thought to use it along the sides.
Regards,
Steve
would you be so kind as to post a couple of pictures of your work. I like the idea of the tape. When i re roofed my first trailer I used the Eternabond tape over the front and back roof caps, and all the vents. That was the best thing i ever did. no need to recaulk every year. I never thought to use it along the sides.
Regards,
Steve
rxbristol
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I, also, would like to see pictures. I was wondering if you taped over the gutter seal.
