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Post by viola on Jul 20, 2015 19:49:03 GMT -8
Lessons learned- I am going to ask before I jump into making another big mess. I have just finished resealing all 7 of my large windows sort of successfully. It rained this weekend and my 2 large windows experienced some leaking (keep in mind before I touched it there was no leaking). I stood in the pouring rain and added a small string of moretite and I think that did the trick. My door looks like it should come off just like the windows (hex screws). Is there anything I should be ready for in removing the door? I am afraid to take it off and never getting it back on- building a new door is not something I could accomplish with my limited skills. If the door isn't leaking should I just leave it alone?
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Post by nccamper on Jul 20, 2015 19:56:51 GMT -8
"Is there anything I should be ready for in removing the door?"
I've worked on and looked at a dozen or so campers and it always seems to be the sill that is in rough shape. I started taking apart my first camper and found a small crack above the door just under the eyebrow (drip rail). Watching Mobiltec's videos will show you that even a pro finds out what's wrong the hard way...by taking it apart.
There's always something.
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Post by vikx on Jul 21, 2015 21:45:43 GMT -8
Viola, did you use new putty under the windows? You may need to tighten the screws a bit if the windows are leaking...
The door is easy to re-putty. I use 1 x 3/16 RV putty tape on a door. It's thicker and oozes better. (if that makes sense)
If you are not rebuilding the trailer, I doubt re-puttying will help much. Rot is often caused by leaky J rail (top edge trim). Water runs down inside the walls and settles at the bottom causing lotsa rotsa.
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Post by bigbill on Jul 22, 2015 11:52:29 GMT -8
Viola The door is somewhat awkward to handle by yourself. One person can do it but if you drop it you may get to learn how to rebuild a door.  |
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Post by viola on Jul 22, 2015 12:08:30 GMT -8
Thanks everyone! With this information I think I will refrain from removing the door at this time. Nothing is leaking and the trailer is in good shape. Now that I read your comments I wonder if I should remove the J-rail since I know it isn't leaking? I was planning on taking it off when we repaint however if it ain't broke I may not want to fix it!
Thanks vikx for the putty specs- I'll order some- mine was only 1 inch so probably wasn't oozing enough :-)
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Post by vikx on Jul 22, 2015 22:12:20 GMT -8
1" x 3/16 thick putty for the door flange ... You have the right stuff.
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Post by rogerthedodger on Jul 26, 2015 10:10:05 GMT -8
Where can I purchase 1" wide putty?
Roger
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Post by mobiltec on Jul 30, 2015 18:34:16 GMT -8
Where can I purchase 1" wide putty? Roger I get mine at a Trailer Supply a few miles from ny home. You need to find one in your area. Start searching for someone who sells all this stuff. They usually do repair work also |
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