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nwbearcat1998
Explorer
Oct 17, 2017

Caulking and maintenance

Hello, I'm a newbie to maintaining my new TT.

I previously owned an older trailer; I'll admit didn't take care of as much as I should've and took a loss on it to sell it.

I did maintain the roof by filling cracks with self leveling dicor is all.

I don't want to make that same mistake again so before winterizing the trailer in the next two weeks what are the best maintenance item to review?

For example, the places where the corner molding is attached and old caulking is cracked on the outside of it should be scraped off and replaced??
  • bobndot's avatar
    bobndot
    Explorer II
    Oct 17, 2017
    Agree with ken56, the 'Proflex RV' also comes in 'brite white' which does not yellow like I found using the regular 'white' but using clear is fine.
  • ken56's avatar
    ken56
    Explorer
    Oct 17, 2017
    No silicone on your trailer. Use ProFlex clear caulking. It comes in white, black and tan also. Web site says not to use it on TPO or EDPM, extruded polystyrene insulation, acrylic skylights, potable water applications or food prep areas. Use it on the sides of trailer panels vertical and horizontal. Silicone is not the best choice for an RV.
  • nwbearcat1998's avatar
    nwbearcat1998
    Explorer
    Oct 17, 2017
    Wild Card wrote:
    Most mfg use silicone or a siliconized caulk. Make sure you do the propper prep before applying new.


    I've been watching and reading and plan on scraping with a non maring tool and then using goo gone to remove residue before applying new.
    Any other tips??
  • Wild_Card's avatar
    Wild_Card
    Explorer
    Oct 17, 2017
    Most mfg use silicone or a siliconized caulk. Make sure you do the propper prep before applying new.
  • SidecarFlip's avatar
    SidecarFlip
    Explorer III
    Oct 17, 2017
    Most all RV manufacturers recommend checking the caulk and seals every 6 months at least....
  • nineoaks2004's avatar
    nineoaks2004
    Explorer
    Oct 17, 2017
    I check the caulking at least twice a year, remove old caulk and re-caulk if needed, I also keep an eye open for leaks and get them stopped before damage occurs.
  • ScottG's avatar
    ScottG
    Nomad
    Oct 17, 2017
    Yes, recaulk anyplace you see a crack or other opening.
    And please resize your pics to the forums requried 640480.
  • nwbearcat1998's avatar
    nwbearcat1998
    Explorer
    Oct 17, 2017
    It's a brand new camper and lots of the areas on the corners are rough. Should it all be scraped off and recaulked???

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