Potentially bad situation
I'm in a bit of a bind here in southeast Texas. I'm going to Elgin, near Austin in less than two weeks, maybe a lot sooner if I have a solution. I have a hybrid travel trailer, the worst mistake I...
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A lot depends on how you perceive the situation. For some, two leaks and resealing the problem areas would be a monumental task. To others, it's really a small endeavor. I'm in the latter camp.
For the door, go to the hardware store and buy a tape type sealing gasket with adhesive on one side. It is easy to work with and will take care of your door problem.
For the roof, remove as much of the bad sealant as you can. 3M makes a caulk remover that will melt away silicone and latex caulks overnight. Seal the problem area with Geocel Proflex RV sealant or any other Geocell polymer sealant. I use Geocel's construction grade polymer sealant and it is very durable. You can also use Eternabond tapes, they are the best for roof seams.
I would suggest to invest a few dollars and a few hours restoring what you have. Even a newer or different trailer will require some maintenance. Learn to do it now, rather than later. Mold is best eliminated by removing the humidity. If you wish to clean the mold areas and kill the spores, use a dilute solution of bleach, Lysol Original cleaner, or original Listerine mouthwash.
Good luck with your hybrid, your problems are small.
For the door, go to the hardware store and buy a tape type sealing gasket with adhesive on one side. It is easy to work with and will take care of your door problem.
For the roof, remove as much of the bad sealant as you can. 3M makes a caulk remover that will melt away silicone and latex caulks overnight. Seal the problem area with Geocel Proflex RV sealant or any other Geocell polymer sealant. I use Geocel's construction grade polymer sealant and it is very durable. You can also use Eternabond tapes, they are the best for roof seams.
I would suggest to invest a few dollars and a few hours restoring what you have. Even a newer or different trailer will require some maintenance. Learn to do it now, rather than later. Mold is best eliminated by removing the humidity. If you wish to clean the mold areas and kill the spores, use a dilute solution of bleach, Lysol Original cleaner, or original Listerine mouthwash.
Good luck with your hybrid, your problems are small.
