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gbopp
May 15, 2020Explorer
If you have a fear of heights or a condition that will not allow you to get on the roof, ask a friend or bite the bullet and hire a mobile RV Tech.
I have a 96 Southwind with the same configuration. I don't mind getting on the roof. However, I did try scaffolding on both sides with planks between each. It didn't get me close enough, safely, to do the job. To me it's easier and safer to do the job from the roof.
When you start using planks, ladders, forklifts etc. around the windshield you can easily have a bad ending.
And while you're working on the clearance lights, replace them with new LED units. Caulk them well, they will be trouble free and last a long time.
I have a 96 Southwind with the same configuration. I don't mind getting on the roof. However, I did try scaffolding on both sides with planks between each. It didn't get me close enough, safely, to do the job. To me it's easier and safer to do the job from the roof.
When you start using planks, ladders, forklifts etc. around the windshield you can easily have a bad ending.
And while you're working on the clearance lights, replace them with new LED units. Caulk them well, they will be trouble free and last a long time.
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