Need tips on rubber roof install
I just bought a used travel trailer that needs a roof. I bought it for pretty much scrap price and I know I am in for some work with the roof replacement and replacing some interior paneling. It se...
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I bought my first travel trailer a year ago. 28 foot, Fleetwood, Pioneer. Got a "deal" and found much rotted wood on the roof. Was really concerned about cost of replacing the roof. Heard numbers like $6000! Found DIY videos on Youtube. Didn't look so bad.
I waited for a three day stretch with no rain in the forecast. Took the old roof off, replaced all rotted wood, including one entire 4x8 sheet of plywood where the air conditioner sits. The original was pressed wood but I used a similar thickness of regular ply. Then replaced the rubber roof according to the directions I got with the install kit. So far, no leaks from the roof.
I got the install kit and rubber roof from Camper World for about $1300. The only complaint I had was they recommended I buy two install kits which gave me 4 gallons of adhesive. I was as generous as I felt comfortable with and used slightly more than one! I have lots of butyl tape and self leveling chalk left. Those I should be able to use as I continue to work on the camper.
I did most of the work myself (I'm 56 and in average shape). Only needed help getting the air conditioner off and back on the roof and my wife helped me spread the rubber after I applied the adhesive just to keep in straight.
I write all this to give you encouragement. It's not as bad as I thought it would be. Most important thing I have learned about campers is: Regular maintenance is a must!
Good luck!
I waited for a three day stretch with no rain in the forecast. Took the old roof off, replaced all rotted wood, including one entire 4x8 sheet of plywood where the air conditioner sits. The original was pressed wood but I used a similar thickness of regular ply. Then replaced the rubber roof according to the directions I got with the install kit. So far, no leaks from the roof.
I got the install kit and rubber roof from Camper World for about $1300. The only complaint I had was they recommended I buy two install kits which gave me 4 gallons of adhesive. I was as generous as I felt comfortable with and used slightly more than one! I have lots of butyl tape and self leveling chalk left. Those I should be able to use as I continue to work on the camper.
I did most of the work myself (I'm 56 and in average shape). Only needed help getting the air conditioner off and back on the roof and my wife helped me spread the rubber after I applied the adhesive just to keep in straight.
I write all this to give you encouragement. It's not as bad as I thought it would be. Most important thing I have learned about campers is: Regular maintenance is a must!
Good luck!
