Double pane windows

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I am having problems with the double pane frameless windows on my 5th wheel. When we bought the rig, one of the small lower sections of the bedroom window had moisture between the panes.  It took awhile but I had that window replaced under warranty.  That was several years ago.  Now out of warranty and I have two other windows where the small lower sections that open have moisture between the panes.  Evidently the seal between the panes is broken allowing the windows to sweat between the panes.  Has anyone else had a similar problem?  Is there anyway to fix the problem without replacing the entire window?  How do I find out who makes these windows so that I can contact the manufacturer to find out why I'm having so many problems with them?  BTW, my rig is a Lifestyle 5th wheel made by Evergreen RVs and they are out of business.

chiefcpo · Answer

Get in touch with a window (commercial) company and they can either make a replacement for you or direct you in the correct direction.

puddle_pirates · Answer

I had the same issue on one of my dual pane windows last year. I found a company that can fix them. They take the whole window and frame out, reseal the glass panes and replace the window. Was fairly reasonable cost.

You can internet search for ones in you area. When I was looking I found many companies across the US that performed the work.

cougarnewbie · Answer

We have a brand new Cedar Creek 5er with dual pane windows. In the morning the 2 small windows in the bed room and the 1 in the kitchen area show condensation. None of the large windows do. Not sure why. But it seems the moisture is on the inside. Not between the panes. I will keep an eye on it and repost.

big_katuna · Answer

All of mine failed I’m my 2005 Fleetwood. Very common. Suncoast in Hudson Fl did all mine. There is a company in Elkhart. Some people repair them DIY. Check Youtube.

garyemunson · Answer

Many window shops can fix them or you can do it yourself. Not difficult, just time consuming. You have to get the right spacer strip. It comes in different widths to match the spacing between the panes of glass. I fixed mine without totally separating the two panes. I cut the spacer strip out of the top and bottom and pulled a rag back and forth with a coathanger to clean the two inside surfaces then slid the new spacer strips in. There is a second sealer in a caulking tube that you apply that really does the final seal. CL Laurence produces what you need and has instruction sheets.
This is what you are looking for (but in the width for your windows).
https://www.amazon.com/C-R-LAURENCE-SS31666-Edgetech-Spacer/dp/B0149J3L6C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1516240360&sr=8-1&keywords=cr+laurence+spacer

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