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Explorer

May 30, 2015

Dicor equivalent?

Here I am in paradise (Oahu) and no Dicor to be found. I'm driving a friend's Izuzu and it's raining in the cargo area. I suspect the water is entering thru the roof rack attachments but there is no way I'm going to remove them. My buddy is not an RVer so I suggested a tube of magic: Dicor! Off to the local hardware store. They've never heard of it. Same with Home Depot and Lowes. There were many other products by DAP but I (and the staff) have no idea of what is equivalent to Dicor. I found a Marine store that swears by this. It looks like it seals and stops leaks internally, but I want insurance with a little goop on top. Any ideas?

Seeking Advice

15 Replies

westend
Explorer
May 31, 2015
I'd suggest to go to the Marine dealer and get some hull caulk. What side of the Island are you on?
navegator
Explorer
May 31, 2015
Marine caulking will do the job, do not use silicone based sealers, they do not stick and eventually water seeps in.

navegator
downtheroad
Explorer
May 31, 2015
If you are talking about Oahu Hawaii...there must be some boats around..and thus some marine supply outfits....
Just thinkin'
donn0128
Explorer II
May 31, 2015
Find a roofing contractor. Rubber(epdm) roofing material is quite common on commercial flat roofs. Eternabond tape if you can find it. Or also look for ProFlex.
SH
Explorer
May 31, 2015
This is why I keep frequenting this forum! I have spent many hours researching sealants etc. but I have never heard of Capt. Tolley's! For your intended use it just might do the trick!

As far as easy access caulk/sealants, there are many good ones to choose from! Personally I would stay away from a silicone and use a polyurethane, tri-polymer, or polyether type sealant.