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10-20-2016, 01:07 PM
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Caulking
Is it advisable to caulk around the exterior of the windows? I have a 95% moisture reading on the inside corner of my B/D window. I know that the windows have like a form type seal.
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10-20-2016, 01:16 PM
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I would remove the window and inspect the seal before trying to cover up a leak with caulking. I haven't done it but it looks pretty straightforward.
Then you can choose to replace/reuse the existing seal or add caulking.
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10-20-2016, 01:26 PM
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X2. Windows aren't that hard to remove. I'm sure there are videos online. I would recommend a fresh role of butyl tape before starting the work.
And after putting them back in then caulk them.
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10-21-2016, 01:56 PM
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Is it necessary to caulk around the windows of the newer models? I thought the foam seals eliminated the need to caulk?
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10-21-2016, 02:13 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jloco
Is it necessary to caulk around the windows of the newer models? I thought the foam seals eliminated the need to caulk?
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I think it depends on the window type. I believe you are correct for the frameless windows. But plenty of new trailers still use the standard frames.
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10-21-2016, 02:31 PM
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The factory seal is pretty wimpy IMHO. Just light weight foam. I've re done a couple of windows and used butyl tape.
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10-26-2016, 04:06 PM
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Caulking
This is Jayco's reply to my inquiry to them concerning caulking around windows. Now I have it from the "Horse's Mouth". My experience tells me that you can't over caulk a RV. I have been in a RV In Plant Repair Facility and 13 of the 15 units I saw stripped down was for repair of water damage. RV's leak.
"Yes, you should seal around the perimeter of your windows. Use a clear silicone that can be purchased at any RV dealer or local hardware store. A thin bead is all you need. Please contact me if you have any further questions."
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10-26-2016, 06:42 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mohok1
"Yes, you should seal around the perimeter of your windows. Use a clear silicone that can be purchased at any RV dealer or local hardware store. A thin bead is all you need. Please contact me if you have any further questions."
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The same answer should be applied to your kitchen and bath sink. There's water in that area every day, rain or shine.
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10-28-2016, 06:31 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DocBrown
I think it depends on the window type. I believe you are correct for the frameless windows. But plenty of new trailers still use the standard frames.
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I have a 2016 jay flight with aluminum siding and the older style framed slide windows. I don believe they were chalked from the factory. Just the foam seal.
I should silicone around the foam?
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10-28-2016, 09:18 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mohok1
My experience tells me that you can't over caulk a RV.
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Amen to that!
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10-28-2016, 09:41 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jloco
I have a 2016 jay flight with aluminum siding and the older style framed slide windows. I don believe they were chalked from the factory. Just the foam seal.
I should silicone around the foam?
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I would. What foam seal? Are you referring to Butyl tape?
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10-28-2016, 01:04 PM
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Could it be butyl tape? Black seal or caulking?
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10-28-2016, 04:46 PM
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It is a black foam seal. Jayco pushes out a J Flight in less than 10 hours. Quality control, I don't think so!!! There are a lot of chances of a pinched window seals or improperly installed seals. Concealed water damage is the major problem with RV's. Bought a Digital Moisture Meter and have found three areas of high moisture content. IMHO it is easier to caulk the devil out of your TT than to remove window frames etc., I use painters tape to keep things neat.
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10-28-2016, 06:53 PM
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Thanks. I'll definitely address that come spring time.
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