Different types of caulking
It seems like there are many different types of caulk sealant used on our travel trailer. Is there a good source of information to hel me determine which to use where. For example, on the sides of the...
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westend wrote:
I would remove the silicone caulk down to the finished surface and use the Proflex or other polymer sealants. Silicone is going to fail when exposed to the the weather, there just isn't any other thing to be said about it. It will also be difficult to bond any new silicone to the original.
Silicone sealants are excellent when bonding to surfaces in compression like a crankcase pan, a valve cover, or any other place where compression comes into play and not exposed to weather.
Hmmmm...There is quite a bit to remove, that may be a multi-step process. IUf it is so prone to failure, why would they even use it in the first place? The cost difference is not that much difference between a quality tube of silicone and Pro-Flex.
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