Water Damage- What would you do??
Found water damage end of Feb. Found underbelly panel screws falling out of edge 2x4 on curb side. Noticed problem before winter, used Exterior white duct/fiberglass tape to seal edges and stop water...
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Water leaks are the most troublesome aspect of RV ownership, IMO. The mfg.'s are using the same old sealing techniques from when sealants were first introduced. They rely on a bead of caulk to seal joints that are constantly in motion. That would be OK if the sealants didn't degrade or could withstand the rigors of transportation and storage but they can't. Dicor is making millions with sealants that need to be upgraded or renewed, for example.
I'd suggest that you plan to remove siding in the areas that leaked if you have aluminum siding. Water will travel with gravity and run to adjacent areas readily. It is not always the closest observable entrance point.
Good luck with the repairs.
Water leaks are the most troublesome aspect of RV ownership, IMO. The mfg.'s are using the same old sealing techniques from when sealants were first introduced. They rely on a bead of caulk to seal joints that are constantly in motion. That would be OK if the sealants didn't degrade or could withstand the rigors of transportation and storage but they can't. Dicor is making millions with sealants that need to be upgraded or renewed, for example.
I'd suggest that you plan to remove siding in the areas that leaked if you have aluminum siding. Water will travel with gravity and run to adjacent areas readily. It is not always the closest observable entrance point.
Good luck with the repairs.
