Which Dicor for reseal/repair?

Question

I found a few areas that need attention on my slide today. First, where the aluminum edging meets the (rubber?)roof needs resealing. I had tried the Dicor self-leveling but it was not apparently what was used originally because it rubbed off on the rubber seals when the slide went in and out. The original appears to be some type of white flexible caulk. I assume using silicone is not an option? Secondly, where the corners meet there is a gap and leak area. As well, where the alum meets the fiberglass side of the slide the standard butyl tape is sandwiched between then covered with what appears to be silicone. Lastly can I clean these areas with Acetone? So some help would be greatly appreciated.

ehoefler · Answer

Clean the area with Lacquer thinner, Dicor recommended, then apply Dicor no-sag caulk.

tiger02 · Answer

If it's on the side and not the rubber roof then use Geocel ProflexRV caulk. Dicor is used pretty much for the roof only or horizontal surfaces.

You can use 3M caulk remover to help get the old caulk off it's being stubborn, but I have found that all you really need is a plastic putty knife. I then use goof off to wipe down and clean the area before applying the new caulk.

If your slide is leaking due to the gasket then you may need a new slide seal. Hard to tell without seeing it.

rustyjc · Answer

There are 2 types of Dicor sealant - self-leveling and non-sag (or non-leveling).  The self-leveling is used on horizontal surfaces; the non-leveling on anything other than horizontal surfaces.Rusty

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